FCS3-559: Choose Nutrient Dense Foods and Beverages

Ingrid Adams, Mallory Foster | Jul. 20, 2012 (New)

Nutrient-dense foods have more nutrients per calorie than foods that are not nutrient dense. Nutrient-dense foods contain a small portion of their calories from fat, sugar, or refined grains and have more vitamins, minerals, and protein.

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FCS3-557: Getting Children to Eat Vegetables

Ingrid Adams | Jul. 20, 2012 (New)

Research now shows early eating habits may carry over into adulthood. It is important for parents to introduce good eating habits in children when they are young. However, it is never too late to start.

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FCS3-558: Power Up Your Vegetable Choices

Ingrid Adams | Jul. 20, 2012 (New)

Vegetables provide vitamins and minerals needed for a healthy diet. They are low in calories, fat, and other unhealthy substances such as sodium and cholesterol. Vegetables also add color, texture, and flavor to our meals.

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FCS3-556: Eating Healthy Around the Holidays: For People with Diabetes

Ingrid Adams | Dec. 6, 2011 (New)

If you have diabetes and eat too much of the wrong foods over the holidays, your blood glucose level might rise higher than the target range. Avoiding the family gathering or office party may not be an option, but some careful thought and planning can go a long way to help you manage your blood glucose and still have a good time.

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FCS8-118: Ovarian Cancer: Understanding the Facts

Ingrid Adams | Jul. 27, 2010 (New)

Ovarian cancer occurs when cells in one or both ovaries grow out of control. Ovarian cancer can spread to other parts of the body if it is not found early. The cause of ovarian cancer is not known, but certain factors help you know if you are at risk for developing the disease.