May 6, International No Diet Day - A Celebration of Body Acceptance and Body Shape Diversity

International No Diet Day (INDD) is annually observed on May 6th. It is a celebration of body acceptance and body shape diversity. The day is dedicated to raising awareness of the dangers of diets. A blue ribbon is used to symbolized INDD cause.

The INDD was created in 1992 by Mary Evans Young, a British woman who decided to fight the diet industry in order to raise awareness of the dangers of dieting, anorexia nervosa, and other eating disorders.

The Goals of the INDD:
1. Doubt the idea of one "right" body shape.
2. Raise awareness of weight discrimination, size bias, and fatphobia.
3. Declare a free day from diets and obsessions to body weight.
4. Present the facts about the diet industry, emphasizing the inefficacy of commercial diets.
5. Show how diets perpetuate violence against women.
6. Honor the Victims of eating disorders and weight-loss surgeries.

Resources:
International No Diet Day. Wikipedia 

National Let’s Laugh Day

"People who laugh actually live longer than
those who don't laugh.
Few persons realize that health actually varies
according to the amount of laughter."

James J. Walsh, MD

Having a good laugh usually makes
us feel good about ourselves.
This can be a factor in motivating a person to lose weight.

I Love to Laugh

Babies Laughing

Research published in the International Journal of Obesity discovered laughter can be beneficial in weight control.

Laughing helps burn calories by increasing the heart rate by 10 to 20 percent: The metabolism increases as well, meaning you will burn more calories at rest once you have stopped laughing.

Scientists calculated 15 minutes of laughter a day will burn 10 to 40 calories, depending on a person’s weight and the intensity of the laughter.

Laughter can relieve physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxed for up to 45 minutes after.

Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, which promotes an overall sense of well-being.

Laughter improves the function of blood vessels and increases blood flow, which may benefit the cardiovascular system.

Laughter may benefit people with diabetes. One study showed after watching a comedy, the group had lower blood sugar levels than they did after listening to a boring lecture.

Laugh because it feels great,
because it is healthy for you and
because we take ourselves too seriously.
It’s time to lighten up.
“Laughter is the best medicine.”

National Sponge Cake Day - What a Difference Portion Control Can Make

Recipes
1. Sponge Cake Recipes, Food Network

 

July Health, Nutrition, and Food Events

Current News, Resources and Events in Nutrition, Food, Health, Environment, Safety, and Disability Rights. Encourages awareness and inspires ideas for Journalists, Educators, Consumers and Health Professionals. Wellness News is updated daily and includes weekly and daily events. To view the entire Newsletter online click here.

July Featured Causes and Events

An Independence Day Tribute

July Health, Nutrition, and Food Events

National Baked Bean Month National Blueberry Month National Culinary Arts Month National Grilling Month National Horseradish Month National Hot Dog Month National Ice Cream Month      National Pickle Month National Picnic Month National Watermelon Month

Smart Irrigation Month Herbal/Prescription Interaction Awareness  International Group B Strep Awareness Month Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month Family Reunion Month National Make a Difference to Children Month National Recreation and Parks Month Sandwich Generation Month

Wellness News employs young adults with "Special Needs" (Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Down Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy). Contact Dr. Sandra Frank for additional information (recipenews@gmail.com).

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Jake FrankJohn Gargiullo

Michelle Canazaro

New England Clam Chowder Day

New England Clam Chowder

Yield: 4 servings
Serving Size: about 1 cup

Ingredients:
1 can Select Harvest New England Clam Chowder, 98% Fat free
2 cups fat-free, low sodium vegetable broth
Garnish each serving with
1 Tbsp Green Onions
1.5 Tbsp cooked Lentils
8 Oyster Crackers

Directions 
Combine New England Clam Chowder with low sodium vegetable broth. Heat to serving temperature. Garnish with green onions, cooked lentils, and oyster crackers.

Nutrition Information

Recipe Card

Modifying a Recipe to Meet Nutritional Needs.

Goals: 

1. Easy to prepare recipe (related to arthritis; difficulty cutting foods).
2. Lower Sodium (related to hypertension; family history). Canned soups are usually high in sodium. Used a low sodium vegetable broth to reduce the sodium in the chowder.
3. Increase Fiber (related to diverticulosis). Added cooked lentils.
4. Maintain calories around 100 calories per serving (related to weight control)
5. Easy to Chew (related to new dentures).  
6. Low in Cholesterol (related to history of elevated blood cholesterol; family history)

5 Mindless Habits that Can Add 6.5 Pounds Guest Blogger: Michelle J. Stewart RD, LD/N

1. Cocktail Hour. The evening ritual of a frozen margarita or Pina Colada may seem like a harmless and well deserved treat after a long day, but be warned these cocktails can really add up. An 8 ounce frozen margarita will pack in approximately 300 calories and an 8 oz Pina Colada is almost 450 calories! If you drink one of these beverages three times a week you could easily gain two pounds in a month.

2. Eating from the “Bag”. The simple act of mindlessly eating your favorite chips or crackers while watching TV, reading a book, or hanging out with friend can easily add 300 - 500 calories in a sitting. A one ounce serving of corn chips is equivalent to 12 chips and 150 calories. It is not uncommon for someone to eat two to three times that amount while unconsciously eating from the bag. Munching from the bag two to three times a week could easily add one pound over a four week period. To combat this behavior, start by portioning out a serving of chips on a plate and leave the bag in the pantry.

3. Cleaning the Kids Plate. Cleaning your child’s plate by eating their “leftovers” can really add up. On average every extra bite of food will be approximately 25 calories. If you think that you eat two bites off of your kids plate, three times a day, seven days a week, this could add up to one pound over four weeks. 

4. Ordering In or Dining Out. Busy summer days can leave one tired and un-inspired to cook, which often leads to ordering in or dining out. While there is nothing wrong with enjoying a meal out or taking a night off from kitchen duties and ordering take out, if you are not aware of the choices being made the calories can really add up. Not only are restaurant meals known for their large portion sizes, but they usually have higher fat and sodium content than the home cooked version. For example, a traditional chinese dinner of Broccoli and Chicken with 1 cup of rice is approximately 750 calories, compared to a homemade version will be approximately 400 calories. Do this three times a week and this could easily add up to 1 - 2 pounds a month. 

5. Self Serve Treats. Frozen yogurt can make a delightful summer afternoon treat, and when reading the nutrition facts it appears to be a sensible choice when it comes to choosing a healthy food. However, the deception of frozen yogurt lies in the portion of self serve cups. A “serving size” is 4 ounces and can range between 80 - 130 calories. However a “small” serve serve cup at most of the popular frozen yogurt chains will be approximately 16 ounces, and a large cup can run up to 32 ounces. Fill your cup to the brim (or even half way) and you are in for a high calorie treat. Your 80 - 130 calorie “small” treat can easily turn into a 320 - 520 calorie meal...and this is before toppings! Indulge in self serve frozen treats 3 times a week and you could gain 1.5 pounds over the course of a month.

To summarize how these small “mindless” acts of eating can add up check the above graphic!

Michelle J. Stewart RD, LD/N 

Michelle J. Stewart is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian and better known as The Nutrition Planner. Founder of Michelle Stewart Consulting & Associates who has been leading the way to a healthier you for more than 25 years. Michelle is a Certified Diabetes Educator, and also holds certifications in Adult, Adolescent, and Childhood Obesity and is a Certified Wellness Coach. A Master’s In Public Health keeps her abreast of the latest health concerns and on the cutting edge of intervention. Focusing on aging and longevity with a holistic approach to living your best life is her pathway to inner peace and happiness.

You can learn more about Michelle's services by connecting to the following addresses.

Website. The Nutrition Planner
Facebook. The Nutrition Planner

Twitter. Michelle Stewart

Book Review: "Younger Next Week" by Elisa Zied, MS, RD, CDN

Elisa Zied, MS, RD, CDN is a remarkable person who motivates people to reach their goals though her books and media presence. Her new book, "Younger Next Week" captures the attention of the 40+ generation. Zied shares her secrets to turning back the clock by emphasizing, "vitality" in the foods we choose, lifestyle behaviors, and fitness.

In “Younger Next Week”, Zied offers surgery-free solutions that defy aging and promote healthy weight loss and emotional well-being with an easy to follow 7-Day Vitality Plan. The book features a Vitality Blueprint consisting of Zied’s signature “Stressipes” for optimal sleep and relation. The blueprint can be easily personalized for nutritional needs, interests, and schedule. 

“Younger Next Week is an empowering anti-aging, food based, vitality promoting book that shows women how to jump-start a lifetime of healthy habits.

Younger Next Week Free Giveaway (ends December 31)

To follow and learn more about Elisa Zied, MS, RD, CDN visit her at 

Website: Elisa Zied

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Blogs and Videos by Dietitians: Week of July 21, 2011

Eat Right to Hydrate During Heat
Eating the right foods to stay hydrated in the
summer heat with registered dietitian Angela Lemond


Tips to help women curb cravings (WFTX-FOX Naples, FL)
Registered Dietitian Cheryl Forberg talks about healthy diet, supplement
and exercise tips to curb craving and have a well-balanced approach to wellness.

 

Relaxation Drinks

KETK spoke with Trinity Mother Frances Clinical Dietitian Tami Lawrence, RD-LD
and relaxation drink lovers about the possible negative effects.

Welcome to Sydney for ICD 2012 from
Princess Alexandra Hospital

The dietitians at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Queensland, Australia, welcome you to Sydney for the International Congress of Dietetics in September 2012. The Dietitians Association of Australia is hosting the 16th ICD - and look forward to seeing you there!

For more information visit http://www.icd2012.com/ or follow at www.twitter.com/icd2012

Healthy snacks for kids

Gina Bucciferro, a clinical dietitian at Loyola University Medical Center,
provides tips on what snacks to give kids and how to build healthy habits with them.

Got Milk?

Registered Dietitian Sara Robbins joins Kristen (at kasa.com) to talk about
the new campaign: "Refuel With Chocolate Milk Tour." Sara talks about
the benefits of drinking Chocolate Milk and why it is a
great post-exercise recovery drink and offers ideas
for healthy snacks for balance in your diet.

Healthy Families BC: Sodium and Hypertension

Registered Dietitian Melodie Yong speaks to a cardiovascular surgeon
at St. Paul's Hospital on the connection between
sodium and hypertension.

Summer Smoothies

Life Time Fitness Registered Dietitian Lauren Floyd
shows you how to make a variety of great-tasting smoothies.

Brown Rice Tabbouleh - HealthyBites

Weis Markets Registered Dietitian Karen Buch shows you how to create
Middle Eastern-inspired side dish with this recipe for Brown Rice Tabbouleh.
Featured Recipe: http://www.weismarkets.com/recipes-meals/recipes/Brown_Rice_Tabbouleh

Cool Summer Treats  

Korey Kealey of AMorning Show and dietitian Sue Mah
talk about treats that will cool you down this summer but still pack some nutrients.

Let's Move with the Florida Dietetic Association

The 76th Annual Florida Dietetic Association Celebration Dinner, July 19, 2011
After attending 3 days of amazing educational programs and poster sessions,
viewing exhibits and tasting new products, we celebrated
Nutrition Experts - Making a Difference at the Member's Reception.
Seeing old friends, meeting new colleagues and celebrating -
"Let's Move" with FDA 

 

Blogs and Videos by Dietitians: Week of July 9, 2011

Food Cures: Lunch For Kids

Joy Bauer, RD

USDA Nutritional Guidelines

Replacing Food Pyramid

Lisa De Fazio, RD

 

Keep Foods Cold to Reduce

the Risk of Illness

Toby Smithson, RD

July Wellness News and Events

Current News, Resources and Events in Nutrition, Food, Health, Environment, Safety and Disability Rights. Encourages awareness and inspires ideas for Journalists, Educators, Consumers and Health Professionals. Wellness News is up-dated daily and includes weekly and daily events. To view the entire Newsletter online click here or subscribe to Wellness News by adding your email address to the link on the left.

July 2011 Featured Causes and Events

An Independence Day Tribute

 

 

National Blueberries Month

The North American Blueberry Council (NABC) is a non-profit agricultural association representing cultivated blueberry growers and marketers in the United State and Canada. The NABC as established in 1965 and its members currently represent approximately 70% of the North American cultivated blueberry crop

National Ice Cream Month.  In 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day. 

The International Ice Cream Association (IICA) encourages retailers and consumers to celebrate July as National Ice Cream Month. In 2011, National Ice Cream Day will be Sunday, July 17th.

National Recreation and Parks Month

NRPA encourages recreation facilities and parks across the country to kick-off summer programs, promote outdoor physical recreation, and pull together volunteers to make their outdoor space a thriving center of community activity.

This year’s theme is “Rock Your Park.” NRPA is encouraging members, agencies, and citizens to plan events and initiatives that remind local decision makers and the community of the exciting and vital role parks and recreation play in the lives of Americans.

National Grilling Month

Grilling is applying food directly to the heat and flame of a grill. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has prepared a fact sheet on Grilling and Food Safety. Armed with the fact sheet, you can enjoy many delicious, healthy and safe meals.

July 17th - 20th, 2011 Florida Dietetic Association Annual Symposium: Nutrition Experts “Making a Difference”

The Florida Dietetic Association Board, Executive Director and headquarters staff are proud to extend an invitation to attend the 76th annual symposium at the Hyatt Regency
Bonaventure. 

The FDA annual symposium is always planned with an eye for emerging trends, understanding controversies, and offering a wide-spectrum of educational opportunities. This year there is over 30 educational sessions, including the “Great Vitamin D Debate”, biochemistry of protein to informatics, wound healing, feeding kids, and the latest on dietary guidelines and trends. There will be 80+ vendors providing valuable information and exciting new products.

Join us as we gather in southeast Florida for  diverse educational sessions lead by nationally-recognized speakers in a setting that offers the best of what Florida has to offer.

National Recreation and Parks Month UV Safety Month Cell Phone Courtesy Month Herbal/Prescription Interaction Awareness Month International Group B Strep Awareness Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month Family Reunion Month National Make a Difference to Children Social Wellness Month National Wheelchair Beautification

National Baked Bean Month National Blueberry Month National Culinary Arts Month National Grilling Month National Horseradish Month National Hot Dog Month National Ice Cream Month National Pickle Month National Picnic Month Sandwich Generation Month Smart Irrigation Month

Wellness News employs young adults with "Special Needs" (Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Down Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy). Please visit our Gallery to purchase photographs of our Food Art with the proceeds going to special need young adults. Contact Dr. Sandra Frank for additional information (recipenews@gmail.com).

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Blogs by Dietitians: Week of June 22, 2011

The Health Benefits of Laughter

Having a good laugh usually makes us feel good about ourselves.
This can be a factor in motivating a person to lose weight.

I Love to Laugh

Babies Laughing

A research published in the International Journal of Obesity discovered laughter can be beneficial in weight control.

Laughing helps burn calories by increasing the heart rate by 10 to 20 percent: The metabolism increases as well, meaning you will burn more calories at rest once you have stopped laughing.

Scientists calculated 15 minutes of laughter a day will burn 10 to 40 calories, depending on a person’s weight and the intensity of the laughter.

Laughter can relieve physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxed for up to 45 minutes after.

Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, which promotes an overall sense of well-being.

Laughter improves the function of blood vessels and increases blood flow, which may benefit the cardiovascular system.

Laughter may benefit people with diabetes. One study showed after watching a comedy, the group had lower blood sugar levels than they did after listening to a boring lecture.

Don’t laugh just to lose weight. Laugh because it feels great,
because it is healthy for you and
because we take ourselves too seriously.
It’s time to lighten up.

“Laughter is the best medicine.”

The Registered Dietitian Julie Beyer, MA, RD, CWPC

Website: Confident Choices

Website: NutraConsults, LLC

Blog: Interstitial Cystitis Diet: Confident Choices

Facebook: Confident Choices

LinkedIn. Julie Beyer
Twitter: ICDietitian

Julie Beyer is a graduate of Michigan State University (MSU) with a Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics and a Master's Degree in Health and Risk Communications. She has over 20 years experience educating, entertaining, and motivating her audiences to make healthy lifestyle choices.

Drawing from personal experience with interstitial cystitis (IC) and her professional expertise as a registered dietitian, Julie wrote her first book for IC patients in 2005. Confident Choices: Customizing the Interstitial Cystitis Diet provides valuable information about diet, stress management, and exercise. Confident Choices: A Cookbook for Interstitial Cystitis and Overactive Bladder is the long anticipated companion of that first book.

Julie specializes in Interstitial Cystitis Diet and Interstitial Cystitis treatments. She is an advocate for IC patients. Julie provides dietary counseling to individuals and speaks at IC Support Groups around the country. She volunteers as a lead moderator for the Interstitial Cystitis Network, writes the All Things Diet and IC column for the Interstitial Cystitis Associations monthly newsletter and publishes the Confident Choices Newsletter.