Monthly Archives: May 2006
CocoaVia Review
I’ve been waiting some time for the opportunity to try these new “heart healthy” chocolate bars and snacks from Mars, Inc. I finally got the chance the other day when I spotted them in my local Wegman’s. CocaVia is different from other candy bars and snacks in that it is specifically designed to retain the &hellip Continue reading
Omega 3 for kids
I have taken an omega-3 supplement for years now. I find the research is just too compelling to ignore. But, I also want to make sure my son gets enough omega-3 fatty acids — especially those found in fish oils. There was no way, however, I was going to give him a supplement meant for &hellip Continue reading
MyFoodPhone: A dietician in your pocket
Sprint has teamed up with Canadian-based MyFoodPhone to launch a new service aimed at helping people better monitor their diet. Using a camera phone, users simply snap a photo of whatever they plan to eat. The pictures are then sent to MyFoodPhone’s nutritionists who analyze the meal’s (or snack’s) nutritional content. Subscribers may then log &hellip Continue reading
Who makes the best cookie without trans fats?
The Chicago Tribune recently taste-tested several brands of pre-packaged, Oreo-esque cookies. Included in their tests: Oreos (pre- and post-trans fat removal), Joe Joe’s from Trader Joe’s, Newman’s Own O’s, and several others. The results: Oreo (7 points. $4.39 per 18-ounce 24 cents per ounce.) “Classic Oreo flavor with a good mix of cocoa and icing.” &hellip Continue reading
Quick bites
Do apricot seeds really contain cyanide? Palm reader (not that kind) tells clients their antioxidant levels. Curing asthma using hookworms…a personal account. Monday’s child is full of face, Tuesday’s child is full of grace, but spring’s child is more likely to need therapy. The BBC begins a new series on the science of happiness tonight. &hellip Continue reading