Review finds cancer websites lack nutritional guidelines The websites of only four of 21 National Comprehensive Cancer Network institutions offer nutritional guidelines, and of the seven that provide links to other oncology sites, only 44% had such recommendations, researchers reported on the website of Nutrition and Cancer: An International Journal. The researchers said information offered on the sites was inconsistent and not always cancer-site specific. MedPage Today (free registration) (3/27) | With more protein than any nut and more than 30 essential vitamins and nutrients, peanuts are a Superfood. The National Peanut Board is your go-to resource for all things peanuts, including peanut nutrition — such as heart health, weight management, and gluten-free living — innovative recipes, and information on managing food allergies. Visit us at nationalpeanutboard.org today. | | RDs encourage single-day diet strategies to lose weight Using a "one-day diet" plan that calls for a specific action can help people get back on track after a weekend or holiday splurge, and is a sensible alternative to off-and-on weight-loss efforts, registered dietitian Elisa Zied writes. Dietitians say that strategies include keeping a food diary, making sure to eat breakfast, including a "rainbow" of colorful foods on the menu, keeping healthy snacks available, reducing portion sizes and eating full-fat foods in moderation. U.S. News & World Report/Eat + Run blog (3/26) The growing popularity of protein Packaged food labeled as high in protein is gaining popularity with consumers who are seeking energy, satiety and muscle building. Though the CDC says most Americans consume more protein than necessary, consumers see high-protein food as a healthful choice. The Wall Street Journal (3/26) | Concur SMB Expense Policy Template Creating an expense policy can be a time-consuming process; but when you consider that almost 20 percent of travel and entertainment expenses fall outside of policy for many small businesses, it makes sense to invest the time and effort. Get tips and a sample policy template in this free white paper. |
| Bariatric surgery alters gut microbes that aid weight loss, study says Part of the way Roux-en-Y gastric-bypass surgery helps people lose weight is to change the makeup of gut bacteria, according to data from an animal study at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard University. The study in the journal Science Translational Medicine found that obese mice injected with gut bacteria from other mice that had had bariatric surgery also lost weight and fat, without the surgical intervention. Reuters (3/27) Which whole-grain labels should you watch for? There are a number of product stamps used to identify heart-healthy whole-grain foods, but researchers from Harvard University, who examined labels on 545 products, determined that the best comes from the American Heart Association, which requires a ratio of no more than 10 parts carbohydrate content to 1 part fiber. USDA recommends eating three or more servings of whole-grain products each day. United Press International (3/26) | The Master of Science in Management — Healthcare Administration (MSHA) Our online program prepares you to be a leader in the growing healthcare field. Whether you're a nurse, physician or other healthcare professional, the MSHA online program will give you the knowledge and skills to help you advance in your career or pursue a new one. Learn More. |
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| Institutional Foodservice | Minn. school showcases successful food-service program School-nutrition stakeholders recently visited a St. Paul, Minn., elementary school to get a firsthand look -- and taste -- of the district's successful food-service program. The district debuts about 10 new recipes each year, all of which meet strict nutritional requirements and get approval from student focus groups. Food sampled during the visit included "smart cookies," coconut chicken, turkey hotdogs, brown rice and vegetables. Pioneer Press (St. Paul, Minn.) (3/27) | Polenta and garden vegetable bake This hearty, filling dish is a bit like lasagna but comes together in 45 minutes. The Picky Eater | | Including plenty of raw fruits, salads, cooked veggies, soups, stews, grain and bean dishes can help you gain control of your overall diet and steer you towards optimal health." | | Please contact one of our specialists for advertising opportunities, editorial inquiries, job placements, or any other questions. Mailing Address: SmartBrief, Inc.®, 555 11th ST NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20004 | | |
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