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How to Make Great Edible Gifts From Your Garden's Bounty
(HealthCastle.com) As summer reaches its peak, home gardens go into overdrive. If your garden produces more than you can use, there are many ways of preserving your harvest for later in the year. But your garden's bounty can also be transformed into lovely edible gifts to share with friends and family. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - August 8, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Nutrition Faceoff: Margarine
Custom Title:  Margarine (HealthCastle.com) The trans fat controversy has scared a lot of people away from using margarine (aka buttery spread). However, many margarine products no longer use partially hydrolyzed oil. So, how do you make a decision when choosing the right kind of vegetable-oil-based margarine?  read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - August 8, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

How to Lower Your Blood Pressure Naturally
(HealthCastle.com) High blood pressure is an increasingly common ailment. Find out how to lower your blood pressure naturally through food and lifestyle choices with advice from Registered Dietitian Michelle Shepherd.  read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - August 5, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Bioflavia Organic Red Wine Grape Skin Powder
(HealthCastle.com) Product: Bioflavia Organic Red Wine Grape Skin Powder Manufacturer: South Brook Vineyards The Position: a source of antioxidants for the maintenance of good health Ingredients: 90% organic grape skin powder, 7% organic grape powder and 3% Vitamin C read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - August 5, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Surprising Information about Typical Summer Beverages
(HealthCastle.com).  When it comes to a hot summers’ day, nothing hits the spot quite like an icey cold beverage.  With choices ranging from sodas and juices, to beers and cocktails, there are many ways for you to satisfy your summer cravings. But at the same time, are there certain drinks that are better for your health than others? read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - August 3, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Ginger: Health Benefits and How To
Custom Title:  Ginger (HealthCastle.com) Pungent and spicy, ginger is a spice commonly used in Asian cuisines. Aside from adding zest to dishes, many Asian cultures have actually used ginger as a herbal medicine for thousands of years. In Greek, ginger is called ziggiberis, and in Latin, zinziberi. It is recorded that by medieval times, ginger was imported to Europe to be used in sweets. The underground rhizome of a ginger plant is what what we know as the fresh ginger we find in stores today. Most fresh ginger available for purchase has light brown skin with pal...
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - August 2, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Gout Diet: What Foods To Eat and Avoid
(HealthCastle.com) High levels of uric acid can cause gout, a painful form of arthritis. The accumulation of uric acid in the blood creates crystals around a small joint. Uric acid is the final metabolite of purine metabolism. In other words, uric acid is produced when your body processed purine. Therefore, purine content in foods plays an important role in managing gout. In general, a low-purine diet is recommended for people with gout. However, purine is not the only component of the diet that may cause a gout attack!  read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - July 31, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

5 Ways To Stop Summertime Drinks From Derailing Your Diet
(Healthcastle.com) Summertime parties can derail your diet even if you're making healthy food choices. We often ignore drinks as a source of calories, read on to find ways to survive the summer party season without packing on the pounds.  Choose On the Rocks Over Blended Drinks Slushy, blended drinks such as daiquiris or margaritas often run 400-500 calories a pop (enough for a meal) and pack a lot of sugar. The on the rocks counterparts are usually 200-300 calories making them a better choice.  read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - July 31, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

All-Purpose Gluten Free Flour Review
(HealthCastle.com).  Last summer, I had a treasured friend come stay with me.  She also has celiac disease.  A diagnosis of celiac disease means a gluten free diet… for life.  Celiac disease is an autoimmune medical condition where the small intestine is damaged by something called gluten.  Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and triticale, and is what helps give bread and other baked goods structure and prevents crumbling.  This feature has made gluten a popular component in processed and packaged foods.  read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by...
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - July 29, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Healthy Homemade Banana Sticks With Chocolate
(HealthCastle.com) Summertime brings cool desserts that appeal to kids! Instead of popsicles and ice cream bars, why not try making a healthy dessert with bananas? read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - July 29, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Nutrition 101: Vitamin D
(HealthCastle.com) Vitamin D is one of the most talked about and researched nutrients. Often mentioned in the same breath as calcium, fat-soluble Vitamin D's important role in optimal bone health is well documented. While exposure to sunlight does trigger Vitamin D production, recommended intakes are based on minimal sun exposure. Recommended Intakes The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for Vitamin D are shown below: read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - July 27, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

6 Tips for Buying Natural Dietary Supplements
(HealthCastle.com) Many of us are supplement users. And by dietary supplements, I'm not only referring to multivitamins. Supplements include not only vitamins and mineral supplements like Vitamin B complex and calcium pills, but also herbal and other supplements like glucosamine sulfate and lutein pills. So, how should you go about choosing the right one? 6 Tips for Buying Natural Dietary Supplements 1. Talk to Your Pharmacist read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - July 23, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Recipe - Pan Fried Salmon with Lemon Capers Sauce
(HealthCastle.com) This simple salmon recipe is the perfect option for weeknight dinner! Yield: 4 servings read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - July 23, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

Pan Fried Salmon with Lemon Capers Sauce
This simple salmon recipe is the perfect option for weeknight dinner! Yield: 4 servings read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - July 23, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news

5 Ways to Get the Health Benefits of Flax Seeds
(Healthcastle.com) Flax seeds are nutritious and more versatile than you'd think.  Flax seeds remain one of my favourite super foods. They are full of heart healthy soluble fibre, anti-inflammatory omega 3's and less expensive than its more glamourous cousins hemp and chia.  read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - July 22, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news