Nutrition and Food

This page provides articles and resources to assist in making healthy food choices. For more health and wellness information, see Mind-Body Fitness, Strength Training, and Weight Loss.

 

Nutrition and Food Articles

Tea and Coffee: Health Benefits

Alcohol: Health Benefits and Risks

Healthy Foods, Herbs, Spices, Vitamins, and Minerals

Recipes and Cooking Tips

Nutrition: Free Range vs. Battery Cage Eggs

Egg Labels: Free-Range, Organic, and Omega-3

Health Concerns Regarding Artificial Colours

Aphrodisiac Foods: The Science Behind Arousing Flavours and Aromas

How Long Baked Goods and Dry Ingredients Keep

Storage and Preparation of Fruits and Vegetables

How Long Meats, Eggs, and Dairy Products Keep

Low-Fat and Fat-Free Baking Substitutes

 

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Nutrition Resources

Health Canada: Food and Nutrition

USDA Nutrient Database for Calories and Nutrients in Foods

United Nations University Press Food and Nutrition Library

Dieticians of Canada - Eat Well, Live Well

Dieticians of Canada - Recipe Analyzer

Health Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating

Dieticians of Canada - Healthy Start for Life - Promoting Healthy Eating and Activity Among Children under the Age of 5

Health Canada - Assess Your Body Mass Index

ActNowBC - Healthy Eating for Seniors

MedLine Plus, a Services of the U.S. National Library of Medicine - Various Nutrition Topics

Medline Plus - Vegetarian Diets

 

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Disclaimer: These articles are provided for informational purposes only. They are not intended as a substitute for medical care or consultation. Health concerns should be referred to a qualified medical professional.

 

 

 

 

 

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