Knowledge is POWER!

(By: Kimberly A. Tessmer, RD LD)

Looking on the Internet these days for information on weight loss and/or nutrition can make your head spin!  There is tons of information but beware!  Not all sources are reputable and truthful.  Make sure you use reputable sources when looking up information.  A registered dietitian and the American Dietetic Association are your most reliable sources of information!  You can find plenty of reputable sources on the Internet if you look in the right places.  If you need medical advice, your best bet is to speak with your personal physician.

The following web sites are reputable sites to check out:

www.eatright.org

www.nutrition.gov

www.webmd.com

www.fda.gov

www.netwellness.org

www.iom.edu

www.healthierus.gov/

These sites will help you get started on your quest for good information!

Nuts for Soy?

(By: Kimberly A. Tessmer, RD LD)

Soy nuts are not really nuts but are dried soybeans.  They make a great snack and are lower in fat and calories than nuts.  They are rich in isoflavones, which are plant substances that may help to reduce the risk of heart disease, osteoporosis, and some forms of cancer.  Next time you have that snack attack grab for a healthy handful of soy nuts and enjoy!