Sugar Editorial Picks
Sep 25, 2008 -
Source
Do You Like Raw Onions?
Yes, I love onions in any way, shape, or form.
No, I prefer cooked onions.
- 35 Comments
Jul 01, 2008 -
Most of the food lovers I know were pickier eaters as kids. Over the years, as we try more foods, we discover that tastes we once disliked have transformed into deliciousness. I don't know about you, but once I start liking a new food, I can't get enough of it.
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Other Search Results
Sep 14, 2009 -
The same diet or way of eating doesn't work for everyone since we all have such different needs, goals, likes, and dislikes. So if you've struggled with your weight and what eating plan matches your lifestyle, check out which diet fits your personality.
Personality Type
Traits When It Comes to Food
Recommended Diets
The Structured Eater
- likes orderliness
- prefers rules and regulations
- likes lists, knowing what they can and can't eat
- likes knowing what amounts are OK to eat
- pays attention to details
Atkins, South Beach Diet, The Zone
- 8 Comments
Jul 13, 2009 -
Since he competed in the Next Iron Chef two Summers ago, San Francisco's acclaimed offal-chef, Chris Cosentino, has been a very busy guy. He's worked nights at his head-to-tail rustic Italian restaurant, Incanto, opened a salumeria, Boccalone, at the Ferry Building in SF, and filmed a new television show, Chef vs. City, for the Food Network.
- 5 Comments
Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Dietary Changes
- Lifestyle Changes
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
General Dietary Guidelines
- In 2006, the American Heart Association (AHA) revised its dietary and lifestyle recommendations. The new guidelines specifically recommend limiting daily saturated fat intake to less than 7% and trans fats to less than 1% of total daily calories.
- The AHA recommends consuming plenty of deep-colored vegetables and fruits, eating oily fish at least twice a week, and including whole grains in your daily diet.
Fish
- Women with existing heart disease may consider taking fish oil supplements, suggests 2007 AHA guidelines. Women should include a variety of low-mercury fish in their diet.
- 3 Comments
May 05, 2009 -
Scientific American is reporting on "the science of beauty" this week. Yay! First up: A Q&A about cellulite that makes me want to tear my hair out.
- 30 Comments
Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Function
- Recommendations
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
A food jag is when a child will only eat one food item meal after meal. Some other common childhood eating behaviors that can cause alarm in many parents include fear of new foods and refusal to eat what is served.
Alternative Names
Refusal to eat; Fear of new foods
Function
At times children's eating habits are a way for them to feel independent.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Recommendations
Illustrations
Diet and good health
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
An age-appropriate diet is one that provides adequate nutrition and is appropriate for a child's state of development.
Alternative Names
Diet - age appropriate
Recommendations
BIRTH TO 4 MONTHS OF AGE
During the first 4 - 6 months of life, infants need only breast milk or formula to meet all their nutritional needs.
If breastfeeding, a newborn may need to nurse 8 - 12 times per day (every 2 - 4 hours), or on demand.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Risk Factors
- Causes
- Diagnosis
- Other Disorders Associated ...
- Complications
- Treatment
- Medications
- Behavioral Management
- Other Treatments
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
Drug Approval
In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved lisdexamfetamine (Vysvanse), a new stimulant drug for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The active ingredient in lisdexamfetamine is similar to dextroamphetamine, the drug used in Dexedrine and Adderall.
Drug Warning
In 2007, the FDA instructed the manufacturers of all ADHD drugs to include drug warning labels describing the risks for heart and psychiatric side effects.
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Mar 26, 2009 -
When selecting a beverage to pair with a sporting event, like a basketball tournament, beer is the first thing that comes to mind. However, I know some of the Sugar girls dislike beer, so I'm going to serve shandys.
A shandy is a British beer cocktail that combines brew with lemonade.
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