 | | Eat, Drink and Be Healthy The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans say Americans should consume more milk and milk products, suggesting 3 cups of low- or non-fat dairy per day. That shouldn't be so hard, should it?
 The Checkup: If you could take an at-home blood test to determine how much longer you are likely to live, would you jump at the chance? Or does that prospect kind of freak you out?
The MisFits
In The News A review of existing research has revealed that taking selenium supplements does not appear to reduce cancer risk for most people. Though some observational studies have found a modest link between selenium intake and reduced cancer risk, more-rigorous controlled studies have established no such association.
Research conducted by the Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity suggests that photographic portrayals of obese people in online news reports tend to be negative. That negativity contributes to a cultural bias against obese people, the study says.
YOU ASKED... |  | | Q: | | I am trying to find some breakfast to eat before I go exercise. I have heard that I should have carbohydrates, but I get very full and uncomfortable. Can you give me a suggestion for what I can eat? If I don't have something, my blood sugar goes really low. Thanks! - Linda | | | A: | | I have struggled with this, too, Linda. I used to just skip breakfast if my plans were to exercise first thing in the morning, but I found that I ran out of steam mid-workout. I was advised to build my light breakfast around protein, which keeps you full without making you feel over-stuffed, plus some healthful carbs for energy, and have been working out in the a.m. happily ever since. I often eat an apple with some peanut butter and a glass of skim milk; you could add a slice of whole-wheat toast to that for a good, well-rounded breakfast. Or try some yogurt with fruit and granola, or an egg scrambled with green peppers and onion (plus a piece of toast and a glass of milk). Here are some other tips for feeding yourself before you exercise. | | | DID YOU KNOW? Our bodies -- and especially our bones -- need the calcium and Vitamin D that milk provides. But taking too much calcium in supplement form may increase women's risk of heart attack and stroke, research published in April found. The study calls for a reassessment of the role of calcium supplementation, particularly among older women. | | | Have other questions? | | | | |  | | Stephanie Witt Sedgwick Vidalia onions, in season now, are a good source of Vitamin C. Here they add flavor to an allspice-seasoned hunk of fish, which is full of heart-healthy fats. Cooking Light My family actually likes frozen Salisbury steak dinners on occasion. This recipe features Vitamin D-rich mushrooms and reduced-sodium beef broth, which cuts the sodium per serving almost in half. But in fairness, the freezer-case version has fewer calories (130 versus 192) and less fat (6 grams vs. 7.9 grams) per serving. Cabot Creamery If you're looking to add more dairy to your diet, the federal government's dietary guidelines suggest you seek mostly low- or non-fat milk products. But there can still be room for some cheese, especially reduced-fat varieties such as that used in this veggie-packed dish. 3-Every-Day of Dairy Adding skim milk or low-fat yogurt to your breakfast cereal can get you well on the way to the 3 cups of dairy you need each day. Try this granola, which has less fat than many store-bought kinds and is based on fiber-filled oatmeal and almonds. Food Network Magazine Another healthful way to add calcium-rich dairy to your diet is to substitute reduced-fat buttermilk or yogurt for the sour cream in dressings and dips. This rich dressing has 91 calories per 2-tablespoon serving versus the 160 calories per serving a leading brand provides. Bob Greene When you cook with dairy products such as the yogurt used here, you still get all the nutrients dairy provides while likely reducing the fat and calorie content. This recipe also calls for a bit of whole-wheat flour, which adds fiber. | |  | |
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