Diet and Nutrition

Oregon Has Least Obese Children, Mississippi the Most

It’s really no surprise that the obesity rates in the U.S. vary significantly from state to state, or region by region. We have a big country, with many traditions and cultures. Among these are different types of food and eating habits.

While Jamie Oliver tried to change the food culture in Americas fattest city, Huntington, West Virginia, whole states are leading the charge towards obesity catastrophe.

While the Southeast has long been a part of what has been called the Bible Belt, it has a new and foreboding nickname: The Stroke Belt. Residents in the Southeast are heavier and sicker than the rest of the country.

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Posted on May 4, 2024 by Jason

Healthy Salad Recipes for National Salad Month

When spring breaks and the fresh, seasonal produce is available again, there’s nothing better than a crisp salad. Whether as a side to accompany an already delicious meal, or as the main course, a salad is light yet satisfying. And unlike most meals, it can be completely customized.

May is National Salad Month, so we wanted to jump on the bandwagon and support this campaign for one of the healthiest meals around.

Loaded with everything from greens and vegetables to nuts, fruits and lean proteins, a salad offers complete nutrition in one meal.

Just like an unhealthy food, moderation should be practiced with salads, too. You can all too easily turn a light and healthy salad into a calorie bomb that’s no better than the burger you were actually craving. Keep your salads on the lighter side by: (more…)

Posted on May 3, 2024 by Natalie K

Training for a Double Marathon

Double marathoner, Sarah Stanley

A double chocolate cupcake, or running almost 112,000 foot steps? What would you choose?

Although the former sounds more delicious, that is exactly why our great nation is in a state of crisis. And that is precisely the reason that inspired me to run a double Boston Marathon.

If you haven’t dropped over dead from that last statement, congratulations. The first question that probably raced through your mind, was “What in the world is a double marathon?”.

Let me try to explain.

I like to run. A lot. In fact some call my love of running crazy, insane, nuts, and even a bit freakish. Perhaps they are right.

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Posted on May 2, 2024 by GuestBlogger

Tweens Targeted by Junk Food Ads

Tweens, or children between the ages of eight and 12, have $200 billion dollars in purchasing power. And, marketers know it. Because of this, tweens are often targets of advertising and marketing programs, which means they are seeing ads everywhere they go.

The Federal Trade Commission is a consumer protection agency that is responsible for enforcing laws to prohibit unfair and deceptive advertising and marketing programs. The FTC recently partnered with Scholastic to help children understand the power of advertising and become more educated consumers.

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Posted on May 1, 2024 by Amy

May is National Hamburger Month!

The hamburger has gained so much popularity that it has actually earned its own annual holiday – May is “National Hamburger Month.” With an estimated 14 billion hamburgers eaten annually in the U.S. alone (roughly 45 burgers a person each year), the burger has become one of the most celebrated American foods to date.

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Posted on April 30, 2024 by Carmen

Healthy Lunch Boxes for Kids

There has been a lot of news and momentum lately regarding cafeteria food for kids in schools. Jamie Oliver started a food revolution in Huntington, West Virginia; Rachael Ray started a food movement in New York City, but what about parents at home?

When I was growing up, my elementary and middle school didn’t have a cafeteria, so all kids relied on the food their parents sent them to school with. The staple seemed to be a sandwich along with a bag of chips and a can of soda, but there are much healthier lunches that kids could be eating that are easy to make.

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Posted on April 30, 2024 by Amy

Circus Fat Man Not So Shocking Today

The folks over at Modeled Behavior have presented an interesting, if not profound, point about obesity in modern society, and how perception of obesity has changed over the last 100 years.

At the turn of the 20th century, Chauncey Morlan traveled in a circus sideshow as a “freak.” Referred to as the “Human Freight Car,” people came from all around (and paid money) to see him. You see, Chauncey’s obesity was considered a spectacle at the time. But today, we see people like him on a regular basis.

Morlan passed away at 43 years old of Bright’s disease, a term for kidney disease that is no longer used.

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Posted on April 29, 2024 by Jason

Healthy Kentucky Derby Recipes

Perhaps you have already cast your ballot for the winner of the 136th Kentucky Derby, selected your most decorative hat yet, and sent out the invitations to your Derby party. Now, all you need are the recipes for your Southern style menu.

Usually when we think of Southern food, fried, breaded, crumbled and cheesy come to mind. There is no question Southern favorites are delicious but they can also send your arteries into a frenzy.

But worry no more: DietsInReview.com has compiled a list of our favorite Southern-inspired recipes that are just as good as they are good for you. From crispy chicken to berry crumble, we have healthy recipe makeovers that are so filled with Southern hospitality and yumminess that even Paula Deen might put down her donut burger and sample a few of your tasty and nutritious dishes.

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Posted on April 29, 2024 by heather

J Lo’s Post-Pregnancy Diet Secret

A new diet, based on the book, The Dukan Diet, by Dr. Pierre Dukan, is said to be the secret behind J Lo’s post pregnancy weight loss. Gisele Bundchen and Jessica Szohr, the star of TV teen drama Gossip Girl, also credit the Dukan Diet for dramatic weight loss.

The Dukan Diet is said to be the “real” secret behind why French women don’t get fat, with an estimated 1.5 French households participating with a great deal of success.

The Dukan Diet has four stages. Phase one, the Attack Stage, is a high-protein, no-carb approach. There is a list of 72 protein-rich foods to choose from during this week of dieting. This phase lasts from 2-10 days.

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Posted on April 29, 2024 by Carmen

Just Baby Fat or Looming Obesity?

Pinching a baby’s cheeks. Enjoying chubby thighs. Tickling under multiple chins and blowing raspberries on a pudgy tummy. Taking delight in your baby’s pudge is harmless, right? Well, maybe not.

Is that just baby fat, or a sign of oncoming obesity issues? How can you tell? The answer may be clear to doctors, but parents have a much harder time making the determination.

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Posted on April 29, 2024 by Carmen

Gling.com: A Gluten-Free Social Site

Last month I completed a gluten-free series covering a variety of products and resources for those who suffer from Celiac disease or are looking for more information on the topic. A new resource recently launched called Gling, a social website for members to share in all things gluten-free and we wanted to take a closer look.

Gling originally launched providing information on food, recipes and a directory of gluten-free shops and restaurants by location. Additionally, there was an article section which includes original content from Gling writers as well as from popular gluten-free bloggers.

More recently, Gling announced a partnership with the University of Maryland Center for Celiac Research, which is the largest Celiac research center in the world. The research from this center has helped in making progress to diagnose, treat and improve the lives of people with Celiac, and should be a great resource for the Gling community.

I loved the concept of the site, so I signed myself up for a free membership and started checking out all the site had to offer. The main sections are recipes, food and locations. I review each below.
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Posted on April 28, 2024 by Amy