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Nutrition 101: Pantothenic Acid
(HealthCastle.com) Pantothenic acid is one of 8 B vitamins. All of the B vitamins are water soluble, meaning that the body does not store them but excretes them in the urine. Other names for pantothenic acid include pantothenate and Vitamin B5. Recommended Intakes The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for pantothenic acid are shown below: read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 30, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

RECIPE: Curried Butternut Squash Soup
(Healthcastle.com) Fall is definitely here, with the rain falling and temperatures dropping most of us are starting to reach for comfort foods. This soup delivers- creamy and smooth, warm and flavourful. You’d never know it’s also a complete, dietitian approved meal. Nutrition Stats: The butternut squash delivers a hefty dose of Folate and Vitamin C with the undetectable (aside from the creamy texture the provide) white kidney beans providing a boost of fibre and protein. (Per 1.5 cup serving) read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 25, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Nutrition 101: Vitamin B12
(HealthCastle.com) Vitamin B12 is one of eight B vitamins. All of the B vitamins are water soluble, meaning that the body does not store them but excretes them in the urine. Vitamin B12 is also known as cyanocobalamin and cobalamin. Recommended Intakes The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for Vitamin B12 are shown below: read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 23, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Herbal Supplements and Prescription Drugs: Interactions to Watch Out For
(HealthCastle.com) You probably know that before filling a prescription, you should make sure your doctor and pharmacist know about all the other medications you're taking to avoid potential interactions that can change how your medications work. But did you know that it's equally important to consider the potential interactions between your medications and herbal supplements? read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 21, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Training Induced Iron Deficiency : What You Need To Know
(Healthcastle.com) Heavy training puts you at risk for iron deficiency, whether it be running, weightlifting or intense sport. Reduced endurance or max intensity, fatigue/tiredness, weakness and irritability can all be signs that you need more iron. Find out how to prevent training related iron depletion through diet and what to do if it occurs. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 16, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Nutrition 101: Vitamin B6
(HealthCastle.com) Vitamin B6 is one of eight B vitamins. All of the B vitamins are water soluble, meaning that the body does not store them but excretes them in the urine. Other names for Vitamin B6 include pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoxamine. Recommended Intakes The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for Vitamin B6 are shown below: read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 16, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

#GoUnDiet Party: Eating Healthy On The Run 2013
(HealthCastle.com) With summer coming to an end and school starting, we are once again in the full swing of things. With a full schedule, sometimes it's not easy to eat the right kinds of food. Join our upcoming Twitter party to learn and share tips about eating healthy on the run. You may just win a prize pack consisting of $100 worth of great hemp products! read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 13, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

How to Harvest and Store Winter Squash
(HealthCastle.com) It may seem way too early to start thinking about anything to do with winter, but when it comes to your garden, the end of summer marks the beginning of winter activities, from planning for your winter garden to harvesting your winter squash. Like their summertime cousin, zucchini, winter squash plants can be prolific. To make the most of your winter squash harvest, you'll need to store the squash properly. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 12, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Maitake Mushroom: Health Benefits and How To
Custom Title: Mushroom - Maitake (HealthCastle.com) The maitake mushroom is a large mushroom native to North America, Europe, and Japan. The Japanese name "maitake" literally means "dancing mushroom." It is also referred to by the English name "hen of the woods" because of its substantial size and unique shape. Maitake mushrooms have been used as both food and medicine in Asian cultures for many centuries, and are described as having a rich, earthy taste. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 12, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Meet Your Weight Loss BFF : The Food Diary
(Healthcastle.com) Diaries, journaling, tracking- whatever you call it, it’s a weight loss workhorse. Food diaries can be crucial for finding out how your body responds to food, where your usual calorie burn is and fast tracking your weigh t loss efforts. Read on to find out why you should try it, how to get the most out of it and a few great resources to get you going. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 9, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Nutrition 101: Niacin
(HealthCastle.com) Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is one of 8 B vitamins. All of the B vitamins are water-soluble, meaning that the body does not store them but excretes them in the urine. Other names for niacin include nicotinic acid and nicotinamide / niacinamide. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 7, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Caffeine Content Of Common Foods and Drinks
(HealthCastle.com) Since publishing our recent article on energy shots, we have received lots of messages from readers about the caffeine content of other foods and drinks. We've done some research and put together the following list. Caffeine Content of Common Foods "Energy" Products Energy shots: ~100 to 280 mg per 2 oz Energy drinks: ~40 to 200 mg per 8 oz Coffee Drinks read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 3, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Incredible Eggs
(Healthcastle.com) Eggs have gotten a bad rap, but they’re a great addition to a healthy diet and a fast, cheap and convenient way to get more filling protein in early in the day when your body needs it most. Read on to find out more about this dietitian approved food. Nutrition powerhouse: Why should you add eggs to your arsenal? One serving (2 large eggs) is only 142 calories but packs 12 g of protein and 10% of your daily iron needs. Eggs are a great source of several other nutrients including: Riboflavin: Energy metabolism read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - September 3, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Changing Seasons Provides a Time for Reflection
Every season has a beginning, a middle, and an end. I look forward to each season and all that each has to offer. Spring offers a new beginning, new life, new growth. Summer shows the “fruits of our labour”. It is a time to slow down and enjoy our Canadian summer. Fall offers the opportunity to harvest what have we grown, and reflect on what we have accomplished. Finally, in winter, we rest. We consider what might we want to grow again in the future, and prepare for the cycle to start again. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - August 27, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Nutrition 101: Thiamin
(HealthCastle.com) Thiamin, also spelled thiamine and known as Vitamin B1, is one of eight B vitamins. All of the B vitamins are water soluble, meaning that the body does not store them but excretes them in the urine. Recommended Intakes The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for thiamin are shown below: read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - August 26, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news