People are focusing more on food quality over just calories "Portionality" is one of the themes put forward by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in a position paper, and registered dietitian Carolyn O'Neil writes that it translates into eating a variety of foods in moderate portions and trying to make healthy choices. RD Sharon Palmer says people are changing how they categorize foods, such as nuts, as they see the health benefits rather than just thinking of them as being fattening. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (2/18) Share:       Antioxidants in blood oranges offer health benefits, RD says Blood oranges look like Florida oranges on the outside, but the dark, sometimes crimson, pulp inside sets them apart visually and nutritionally, registered dietitian Keri Glassman writes. The distinctive color comes from the antioxidant anthocyanin, which is known for helping reduce bad cholesterol and keeping blood vessels strong. Blood oranges also are high in fiber to keep the digestive system healthy and prevent constipation. U.S. News & World Report/Eat + Run blog (2/18) Share: | Wello offers group workouts without leaving home The website Wello offers group-exercise sessions with up to five participants and a trainer, all using webcams. The workouts can be less expensive than going to a gym for a similar exercise class, but still offer trainer feedback and the camaraderie of being with friends. All Things D (2/19) Share: | | Institutional Foodservice | Colo. officials weigh costs of serving breakfast after school day starts State lawmakers in Colorado are considering legislation that would require schools to provide free breakfast for students after the school day begins if at least 70% of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals, but some are calling for lawmakers to raise the bar to 80%, which would help balance costs, they say. Still, advocates contend that raising the number could leave more than 60,000 students without a healthy meal to start the day. Education News Colorado (2/18) Share: | Honey glazed acorn squash Try out a new side dish tonight with this easy recipe. The Healthy Apple Share: |  | I tell people that it's not just about counting calories, it is about making calories count." | | This SmartBrief was created for jmabs1@gmail.com
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