Omega-3 Fatty Acid

Nothing says summer like freshly grilled homemade burgers, but the type of meat we use can make it or break it, at least nutritionally speaking.   But how do you know what you're eating?  For years, meat manufacturers didn’t have to disclose...

Shopping at our local farmers markets is better for the environment and the local economy, and it turns out that there can be a nutritional benefit to buying local, as well. Farmers can let produce ripen more fully before harvest, and more time spent...

FARGO, N.D. - A scene from the f\amous “The Wizard of Oz” movie came to mind the other morning. I wasn't recalling the yellow brick road or flying monkeys. As I arose for the day, I thought about the first meeting Dorothy and the Scarecrow had with the...

Each week a nutritionist from the University of Maryland Medical Center provides a guest post to The Baltimore Sun's health blog Picture of Health (baltimoresun.com/pictureofhealth), which is reprinted here. This week, Mary Gallagher, dietetic intern,...

Summer’s here, bringing with it pool parties and beach trips, but when it comes to protecting our skin, even those of us with the best intentions often forget to use sunscreen – or at least we forget to reapply as we should.  Here are 5...

FARGO, N.D. - “I really need to clean the windshield. It's really dirty,” my husband commented one day about 15 years ago. I was looking straight ahead through the crystal-clear windshield on the passenger side of the vehicle. I strained my neck to peek...

Even if you are reading this without glasses, it's not too early to start taking your eye vitamins. Some nutrients can stave off the burdensome vision loss and eye disease that occur as we age, mounting research suggests. But claims by supplement...

Struggling with the black dog of depression? The supplement aisle abounds with options for people seeking a non-medicinal remedy — but figuring out what works and what doesn't can be a challenge for consumers and experts alike. That's because...

Quick, name the good fats (and their sources) from the following: monounsaturated, saturated, polyunsaturated, trans. If you can't answer right away, don't worry. You have a lot of company. According to recent polls, many Americans are dropping low-...

St. Patrick’s Day is this month, and what comes to mind when you think of this holiday? GREEN! So what better than to focus on green foods and their powerful health benefits. Are you and your family eating enough greens? The USDA recommends...

"Free-from" food products, whether they're labeled sugar-free, fat-free or gluten-free, are fast becoming a trendy lifestyle choice, regardless of allergies or intolerance. The popularity of these products, tastier and more widely available than ever, is...

Fifty-percent of Americans take vitamins and supplements, according to government surveys. Some have proven benefits. Calcium combined with vitamin D is known to benefit bones, and it’s among the supplements worth considering, according to Consumer...