Joy's Healthy Bite

Healthy Diet For Your Eyesight

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 23:07:33 -0800

More than 13 million people in the U.S. suffer from macular degeneration, and about half of all Americans over the age of 80 have cataracts. From a nutritional standpoint, a large-scale research project conducted by the National Eye Institute has shown that there are several nutrients that help protect our eyes. ...

Think Japanese for Healthy Appetizers

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 18:24:01 -0800

You'll find a wide array of healthy nibbles at your local Japanese restaurant -- wash them down with antioxidant-packed green tea and you're golden. Here are my top picks in appetizers.

Best Bets in Sushi

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 10:59:00 -0800

Although fish can be an incredibly healthy addition to your diet, there are a few species that contain unsafe levels of mercury and other contaminants like PCBs and should be avoided.

BBQ Health Makeover

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 19:20:27 -0800

Thanks to deliciously healthy, lower-cal alternatives, you can still enjoy a BBQ fiesta without calorie overload.

4 Restaurant Slimming Tips

Tue, 13 May 2008 10:45:49 -0800

Dining out can be quite the challenge when you’re looking to knock off a few pounds or simply eat healthy.

Yes, You Can Have Chocolate!

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 22:20:15 -0800

It’s true. There’s room for chocolate in any healthy diet, not only because new research indicates that it’s actually good for you thanks to disease-fighting flavanols in the darker varieties, but also because it tastes good and you love it.

Lose 10 Pounds in Six Weeks

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 12:05:27 -0800

Here are five simple food swaps that can help you lose more than 10 pounds in the next six weeks.

Pot Bellies May Lead to Dementia

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 18:11:15 -0800

Abdominal fat, as opposed to fat around the hips, seems to trigger a chain of inflammatory activities that translates into harmful metabolic changes and plaque buildup ... and ultimately heart disease and dementia.

Should You Take Vitamins?

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:54:20 -0800

How can you ensure your supplements are safe? Your best bets are to buy products that display the “USP verified” logo on the label.

Simple Ways to Suppress Your Appetite

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 22:26:57 -0800

Check out these practical, everyday ways to keep your appetite under control.