Eating For Health

     Are you making some nutrition mistakes?   Even those who are health conscious and pride themselves on eating well can make some of the mistakes noted below.   Or, you may be interested in eating healthier and want to avoid some nutrition mistakes.    An interesting article in the Washington Post, 10 Nutrition Mistakes Even Really Healthy People Make covered a number of “mistakes” you may not be aware of.   What are some of these nutrition mistakes?         1.       Flax seeds – Flax seeds are the latest trend and healthy so you add some whole flax seeds to your cereal, your smoothie.   Flax seeds are super healthy, loaded with heart healthy omega-3 fats plus fiber and some antioxidants.   But to get the benefit of flax seeds, don’t eat them whole as they may go through you pretty much undigested.   Instead, buy ground flax seeds and sprinkle some on your morning oatmeal, add to your smoothie.         2.      Almond Milk – so many people are switching to almond milk

There are so many articles on the internet about updating your kitchen to make it more modern and add more conveniences.   But how can you give your kitchen a makeover for healthier eating?   Since March is National Nutrition Month, the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has many articles on ways we can all eat healthier this month.   So what are the Academy’s recommendations for a kitchen makeover ? (Changes are adapted from the article.) Make a list when going grocery shopping       First – look at what you have on hand.   Then put on your list the fruits, vegetables and other healthy items you and your family need for the week. Change it Up – Forgo the white bread for some whole wheat bread.   Or buy some whole grain bagel thins such as Thomas’ 100% Whole Wheat Bagel Thins – great for packed lunches.   These bagel thins are 100% whole wheat, have no high fructose corn syrup and provide 5 grams of fiber.   Instead of whole milk, reach for the 2% or 1% milk.   Forg