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The role of macronutrients

According to the World Health Organization, a nutrient is a substance required by the body for survival, growth, and reproduction. In other words, nutrients give ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Tuesday, March 21, 2023 2:13 pm

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Get ready for ‘spring training’

Spring is a season of transformation, where buds bloom into flowers, and trees don their lush green leaves once more. Harriet Ann Jacobs penned, “The ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Tuesday, March 14, 2023 1:54 pm

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Learning more about salt, and its role in nutrition

Last week, we learned what salt is, and that it is necessary for a variety of biological functions, including nerve conduction, blood pressure maintenance, acid-base ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Wednesday, March 8, 2023 7:20 am

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The role of salt in nutrition

Last week, we wrapped up our study of sugar, so I thought it would be fitting to follow with a study of salt. Did you ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Tuesday, February 28, 2023 3:19 pm

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Wrapping up our study of sugar

Last week, we learned some of the healthful benefits we receive when we stop eating processed or added sugars. This week, let’s wrap up our ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Tuesday, February 21, 2023 2:01 pm

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Benefits of cutting back on sugar

This week, let’s continue our study of sugar. You know, sugar is so prevalent in our society, it’s difficult to believe that in the not-so-distant ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Tuesday, February 14, 2023 12:27 pm

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The role of sugar in nutrition and health

Last week, we learned about the composition of sugar. This week, let’s explore some of sugar’s role as it pertains to nutrition. Some believe sugar ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Tuesday, February 7, 2023 3:32 pm

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Understanding sugar

I think it’s quite safe to say that if today’s comfort food isn’t number one on many folk’s lists, it certainly ranks near the top. ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Tuesday, January 31, 2023 3:25 pm

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The benefits of milk

Last week, we learned some healthful benefits and amazing facts about milk. Let’s continue with some more info. Did you know that dairy farmers ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Tuesday, January 24, 2023 1:21 pm

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Dispelling one of the biggest nutrition myths

Today, I’d like to share information on a culinary item, that for some represents satisfaction, or at least a rewarding chief ingredient to many comfort ... Read more