Practical Nutrition: Protect your bones with calcium- and vitamin D-rich food choices

Many people are aware of calcium's and vitamin D's roles in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. This condition leads to thinning bones and increased fractures. What they may not know is that their food and beverage choices might raise their risk.

Fox Valley Cooks: Aurora dietician suggests superfoods for nutrient punch

More fiber than other foods; able to provide multiple vitamins in a single bite: it’s a supplement; it’s a vitamin! No, it’s superfoods, according to Elizabeth Danowksi Cytryn. The Aurora registered dietician, who is a personal nutritional consultant, helps her clients get the most goodness for their calories by adding superfoods to their meals. “Superfoods are basically foods that naturally ...

Food Tips: Common myths about losing weight

Trying to shed pounds for bathing-suit season? Be careful how you go about losing the weight. Here are five common misconceptions I often hear. Fruit contains about 60 calories per serving and a ton of vitamins, minerals, fiber and special plant chemicals that help fight disease.