Jennie McCary's Articles

Answer:Postexercise fuel is all about recovery. First priority is hydrating to replace any fluid lost; next step is consuming carbohydrate combined with protein for greater gl...

Answer: Red wine has enjoyed a solid reputation for being heart healthy because it is a rich source of resveratrol, a phytochemical with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effe...

Answer: The Paleo Diet suggests that we should model our way of eating on the hunting and gathering techniques of the Paleolithic period. The diet recommends sticking with ani...

Answer: Made popular by the Chia pet, these tiny black seeds offer health benefits beyond watching something green grow. Turns out chia seeds are a good source of fiber and ar...

Answer: Soy is the richest source of legume protein and is very versatile. It is enjoyed in many forms, including edamame, tofu, milk, nuts, tempeh, flour, textured vegetable ...

Answer: Carbohydrates (carbs) are the body’s main source of energy. However, all carbs are not created equal. Telling them apart can improve your health and performance....

What is the nutritional breakdown of Dungeness crab? This question made me smile, as it brought back memories of crabbing with my dad on Puget Sound in Washington. As a lit...

Question: I’ve seen inulin listed as an ingredient in more and more food products. What is it, and is it healthy?

Question Can you curb sugar cravings by increasing the percent of protein in your diet?

Answer Certain foods—such as berries—deserve the spotlight when it comes to lowering inflammation. But more ...

CEC approvedquiz 4: Page 118From the White House to local school boards, our government has ambitious goals for improving how we eat and challenging policies that encourage u...

Answer Coconut water has certainly caught on, reaching far beyond athletes and celebrities to the mainstream public. A clear juice from young coconuts, coconut water is tou...

Question What are the differences among sea salt, kosher salt and table salt? Answer Essential for health in small amounts, salt has become very trendy and—when...

A fixture in the American kitchen, the microwave oven is a huge convenience. However, concerns raised in the media and through the Internet question its role in the kitchen an...

After a lengthy process, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 on ...

Is it true that fruits should never be eaten after a meal, since the sugar interferes with proper digestion and leads to weight gain?

Feeling sleepy after a meal could be caused by a number of things, including what, when and how much you’re eating. That sluggish feeling occurs when your blood sugar dr...

The economic downturn and skyrocketing food prices have forced most Americans to rein in spending, in an effort to keep monthly food costs in check. Not planning meals and not...

Unfortunately, mixed messages and consumer confusion persist regarding low-calorie sweeteners. Today’s hottest topic re...

I have to admit it: I don’t enjoy grocery shopping. The aisles of food choices are overwhelming, food packages lure my preschooler and—these days—I usually l...

Answer: It can be difficult to muster up the energy and motivation to exercise if you’re nauseous, vomiting or suffering from diarrhea—and for good reason. It&rsqu...

Answer: Well-known for its use in making tequila, the unprocessed juice from the agave plant has also been used in Mexico as an ingredient in food. The more processed agav...

How do people successfully lose weight and maintain that loss? To answer that question, the National Weight Control Registry (NWCR) tracks successful weight losers--individual...

Today, two out of three American adults are overweight or obese, and another 5.9% are now considered extremely obese (body mass index ≥ 40) (CDC). Excess weight increases t...

There is a difference, but it’s not in nutritional quality—it’s in the breed of hen that laid the egg. It&rs...

answer: Experienced athletes know how important it is to refuel and rehydrate after a training session. Following strenuous activity, ...

Celiac disease (CD) is an inherited autoimmune disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the small intestinal mucosa. The condition is four times more common today tha...

Answer: Although the current dietary recommendations focus attention on eating brightly colored fruits and veggies, don’t leav...

Answer: The answer is a qualified “no,” but don’t toss that general recommendation out the window yet. For the average person, a good rule of thumb is t...

Have you seen this ad on TV? Two moms are standing in a kitchen, where Mom Number 1 is pouring juice for a gaggle of kids in the background. Mom Number 2 looks shocked and war...

Shoppers today are lucky to have a range of fresh, frozen and canned produce to choose from, which provides a variety of colorful veg...

Consumers are bombarded with nutrition information on a daily basis—from food and beverage packaging as well as television, magazines and the Internet. Faced with a plet...

As more people approach their 65th birthdays, healthy aging has emerged as a public health priority. Thanks to Baby Boomers and longer lifespans, by 2030 there will ...

These days, it seems like everyone is starting to think “green.” Recycling cans and plastic, switching to compact fluorescent light bulbs and driving hybrid cars are some ...

In the fight against childhood obesity, the school environment has received a good deal of attention because of its potential to influence a large number of school-aged ch...

The holiday season, now upon us, is a time of celebration and abundance. Teeming with tasty temptations (not to mention tons of stress!), the holidays can present challenges t...

In the fight against childhood obesity, the school environment has received a good deal of attention because of its potential to influence a large number of school-aged childr...

nutrition By Jennie McCary, MS, RD, LD tackling teens' eating disorders What fitness professionals can do to help adolescent girls and boys. The media's current focus on chil...