Have fun at your Swaps, everyone! #costumeswap
244 days ago
I heard she's the Tooth Fairy's cousin! @practicallygrn conventional candy kids get at other homes, let Halloween Fairy visit! #costumeswap
244 days ago
Enter your DIY costumes with swapped and homemade items in our contest! kiwimagonline.com/costumes. Win $250 and be in KIWI! #costumeswap
244 days ago
Try Glee Gum or Endangered Species for natural/organic treats. You can get a lot for not much $$ #costumeswap
244 days ago
Great green costume: Park ranger! Got khaki shorts or a Scout uniform? Dress it up with a hat from a #costume swap
244 days ago
On the whole, America has made a lot of progress when it comes to eating healthier. For a lot of us, swapping white flour for whole grains has become the norm, and saying no to sugary drinks in favor of water or 100% fruit juice is default. Many packaged food manufacturers have cleaned up their acts to offer healthier products, while some states now require chain restaurants to include calorie counts on their menus. Unfortunately, new research indicates that some nutrition labels may be inaccurate. In other words, our virtuous food choices may be less healthy than we think.
Researchers from Tufts University found that some frozen meals and chain restaurant entrees contain more calories than their nutrition labels suggest. According to their study, the average sit-down restaurant meal contains 18% more calories than it’s stated value, while the average frozen meal contained 8% more calories. The result? Even people trying to watch their food energy intake may be eating more than they think, creating the potential for weight gain. According to the study’s lead investigator, even a 5% increase in daily calorie intake could add up to 10 lbs in a year. Yikes!
The best way to avoid sneaky calories? Avoid pre-made meals in favor of ones you cook yourself. That way, you’ll know exactly how much of each ingredient has gone into your dish as well as the correct serving size. (To calculate the calorie count per serving of your recipe, check out this handy tool from Spark Recipes.) And perhaps even better? You’ll save money on your food bill and avoid waste from excess food packaging. Sounds like a win-win!
On the whole, America has made a lot of progress when it comes to eating healthier. For a lot of us, swapping white flour for whole grains has become the norm, and saying no to sugary drinks in favor of water or 100% fruit juice is default. Many packaged food manufacturers have cleaned up their acts to offer healthier products, while some states now require chain restaurants to include calorie counts on their menus. Unfortunately, new research indicates that some nutrition labels may be inaccurate. In other words, our virtuous food choices may be less healthy than we think.
Researchers from Tufts University found that some frozen meals and chain restaurant entrees contain more calories than their nutrition labels suggest. According to their study, the average sit-down restaurant meal contains 18% more calories than it’s stated value, while the average frozen meal contained 8% more calories. The result? Even people trying to watch their food energy intake may be eating more than they think, creating the potential for weight gain. According to the study’s lead investigator, even a 5% increase in daily calorie intake could add up to 10 lbs in a year. Yikes!
The best way to avoid sneaky calories? Avoid pre-made meals in favor of ones you cook yourself. That way, you’ll know exactly how much of each ingredient has gone into your dish as well as the correct serving size. (To calculate the calorie count per serving of your recipe, check out this handy tool from Spark Recipes.) And perhaps even better? You’ll save money on your food bill and avoid waste from excess food packaging. Sounds like a win-win!
Marygrace, KIWI staff writer