What are GMOs?
The term “GMO” has been in the news a lot these days. But what are they, and why are people upset about them? A GMO (genetically modified organism) is the result of a laboratory process where genes from the DNA of one species are extracted and artificially forced into the genes of an unrelated plant or animal. Such genes may come from bacteria, viruses, insects, animals or even humans …
Fight dry skin with food!
It’s winter again, and that often means dry skin. Did you know you can help control those flakes with your diet? There are foods you can eat that can minimize dryness. Here are a few: Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Think flaxseeds, walnuts, salmon, sardines, soybeans, halibut, shrimp, tofu, scallops and red snapper. Supplements like fish oil and cod liver oil work, too. Sulfur: Garlic, onions, red …
Eating on a Diet
You may have thought about it a few times while placing orders about how many calories or how much fat your favorite meals have from restaurants such as Chili’s, TGI Friday’s, IHOP, KFC, Subway or any others. We understand that it can be difficult to stick to your diet while others want to order out but luckily with dietfacts.com, you can view the nutrition facts from many of the pop …