Nutritional Consequences
The health feature for the month of March is focused on eating disorders.
Eating disorders are characterized by severe disturbances in eating patterns,
and can be life-threatening.......
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Mardi Gras Meals
In New Orleans, there’s always a reason to celebrate! As soon as you’ve begun to shed those extra holiday pounds, Mardi Gras has arrived. Festivities will include parade parties, eating on the run, alcohol, and.......
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A Smart Resolution
It’s a new year, and many are wondering how to shed those extra holiday pounds. It’s shocking how quickly a little pecan pie, egg nog, and cookies can cause so much.......
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Healthy Holiday Eating
The anticipation is already brewing, as people enter into the holiday season attempting to stay on track with healthy eating habits while avoiding too much temptation. Some decadence is inevitable, but does not have to.......
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Eating On A Budget
In today’s tumultuous economy, many are seeking ways to trim the daily budget. If you’re looking to trim your budget and your waistline, eating healthy should not be limited to......
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Rev Your Metabolism
Fall is here and many people are still wondering how to shed those extra summer vacation pounds. Don’t be tempted by desperate measures that will only backfire in a few months......
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fall, football, and food
For many, it may be time for a reality check after three months of indulgent summer vacation time. Rich restaurant meals, sweet drinks, poolside fare, hefty barbecues......
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Gluten friend or foe?
Clearly labeling “gluten-free” products is good news for people with celiac disease. Although it may seem simple to avoid products containing wheat, rye, barley, or oats, it’s not so easy......
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Summer Snacks
T snacks he hot weather is here, kids are out of school, families and friends are gathering poolside to enjoy the summer festivities. It is a fun time
of year; however, people tend to.....
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Food Safety
Who doesn’t enjoy a barbecue or
picnic on a beautiful summer day?
Warmer temperatures and beautiful
weather usually mean more outdoor
gatherings with family and friends.....
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Fueling For The Ironman
An exciting event is on the horizon for New Orlenas the 2009 Ochsner Ironman. This ultra-endurance event (1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike ride, 13.1 mile run) canchallenge even.....
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Eat, Drink, and be Healthy
It’s a magical time of year...meals in front of the fire with family, dining out with friends, holiday parties galore! All of the festivities can cause anxiety; after all, how can you....
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Fast Food Travel
With summer vacations and road trips underway, people will be resorting to fast food more often than usual. Here’s some better alternatives to traditional....
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Realistic Diets
“Lose eighteen pounds in four days!”
“Eat anything you want and still lose weight!” “Lose weight while you sleep!” These are just a few examples of unrealistic claims..... [MORE]

The Sciene of Metabolism
You’ve probably heard it dozens of times – “I’ve just got a slow metabolism.” There is a good chance whoever said it may in fact be correct. For these individuals.... [MORE]

Sports Nutrition Myths
There are things we assume to be fact because... well, just because. Like if you pluck one grey hair, two will grow back (they won’t), or that black pepper takes seven years.... [MORE]

Why The Weight Gain
There are countless reasons people push themselves to their personal limits: to run marathons, compete in triathlons, to ride in multiple-day cycling tours. It requires much.... [MORE]