SEAT Anyone working to cut calories with a zero-calorie drink or snack may want to rethink that choice, according to a new study showing artificial sweeteners can damage your DNA. The North Carolina State University study specifically found the culprit to be sucralose, a zero-calorie sweetener created by altering real sugar. With so many kids eating out at school, KOMO News has begun polling local districts to find out if they use artificial sweeteners. Seattle Public Schools (SPS) and the Everett School District (ESD) told KOMO News that they don’t…
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I’m a dietitian and mom and I add avocados to my family’s meals every single day Here’s why
Stor have you noticed that food prices are going up these days (er, what else is new). And you probably noted that this includes all things nutritious. Prioritizing your health can feel like a heavy investment, and it can be tricky to navigate what’s worth the splurge (and set some attainable summer wellness goals while you’re at it). A little help here? According to Chelsey Amer, a registered dietitian and mom of two, there are two main things to consider: 1. which foods are fan favorites in your household, and…
Read MoreWorld Food Safety Day 2023: 7 essential practices for healthy and safe meals
Food is one of our basic needs. It is the fuel that nourishes our bodies, providing the energy and nutrients needed for growth, vitality and general well-being. While good food can help us stay healthy, contaminated, expired, or improperly stored food can lead to various health risks. One in 10 people worldwide are affected by foodborne illness each year. World Food Safety Day is celebrated every year on June 7 to draw attention to food standards so that what we eat is safe and does not make us sick. (Read…
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