Nutrition Question of the Day- March 15th

Green Green Green!
That’s the majority of what we see on St. Patrick’s Day, which is THIS thursday.

How are you going to eat healthy on this green holiday? have any ideas for the rest of us?….tell us your favorite healthy and colorful St. Patrick’s day cuisine!

Make sure to check out the Irish dishes (listed below) in the NC State Dining halls on Thursday, during lunch hours!..and don’t forget to wear some green!

Shepherd’s Pie
Steamed Cabbage
Rissole Potatoes
Corned Beef
Irish Potato Casserole

Here is a great link for some healthy Irish dishes that are perfect for get togethers with friends!
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/collections/st_patrick_collection_1

Nutrition Question of the Day- March 11th

Medicine helps with aches and pains and sickness, but can it take care of everything that keep us from feeling our best?….surely not!
Even if we do not realize, each one of us probably has a remedy to fight the blues, or to fight low energy, or to improve skin complexion…some natural cure that you use to help you feel and look better…no matter what the problem is.

What is your number one natural health remedy?

Nutrition Question of the Day- March 10

From what I’ve observed, food trends, such as the “Edible Dirt” trend, (dried or charred ingredients resembling ash, sand or soil that give dishes an earthy look, aroma and flavor) get popular for a few years at a time, are seen at several restaurants, and then somewhat fizzle off of the cuisine radar…..

If you don’t already follow one of these trends, which healthy food trend do you see as most realistic, for you, to follow?
1. Organics
2. Vegetarianism
3. Veganism
4. Raw Foods
5. Juicing
6. Growing Your Own

Nutrition Question of the Day- March 9th

Snacking, something we all do several times a day. It is good to keep our body fueled frequently throughout the day in order to keep our metabolism running as well as give our body the energy it needs to carry out our daily functions. However, making sure that the snacks we chose are healthy is very important when trying to keep a healthy diet and maintain weight. Healthy eating can also taste great! Being creative with different snack combinations and trying new foods is always a good idea!

What is your favorite healthy snack?

Nutrition Question of the Day- March 8th

Staying active is a very important part in living a healthy lifestyle. There are multiple ways to be active throughout your day, without having to go to a gym.

What did you do to stay active today?!

Nutrition Question of the Day- March 7

Of course there is a standard food pyramid that people try to model their daily intake from….such as 6-11 grains, 3-5 vegetables, 2-3 dairy, 2-3 meat products, 3 fruits, and a small amount of sweets, fats or treats. But everyone is not the same, and people don’t live by the same lifestyles as everyone else…for example, a gluten intolerant person may have a small portion of grains in their diet, but more fruits. College students often have a larger top segment of the pyramid than others (a characteristic of the college lifestyle that many are trying to change).

What does your nutritional food pyramid look like?

Nutrition Question of the Day- March 4th

There is no better way to start off a New Year with a clean slate, and focus on self-improvement!
What was your new year’s resolution(s)? Are you currently still keeping this resolution?

…Still looking for a resolution to commit to?get some ideas by clicking on the link below…
(here are some resolutions that some nutrition experts and authors have committed to this year)
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/01/04/AR2011010401667.html

Before we completely wish away 2010, check out some of the worst food trends from 2010…
http://health.yahoo.net/experts/eatthis/best-worst-food-trends-2010

Nutrition Question of the Day- March 3

It’s great to have an open mind about trying new foods…this is a great way to increase the variety of foods you eat and to increase the colors on your plate.  Try a food from a  different country, a different restaurant, or a different food group!

 

What was a food that you recently tried for the first time, and loved?!

 

Nutrition Question of the Day- March 2

Even when trying to eat healthy, it is perfectly fine to enjoy your favorite treat every so often.  It is not worth it to follow a strict diet and completely deny yourself of the foods that you enjoy the most.

Topic of the day:

What is your guilty food pleasure?….if you had to add some healthy color to it, what would you choose to do?

Nutrition Question of the Day- March 1

What is the most important aspect of a healthy lifestyle for you?

Comment and tell us what you think!!