Here’s a great new survey that highlights the potential dangers lurking in your reusable grocery totes and how to avoid possible food poisoning. LESS THAN 1 IN 6 AMERICANS FREQUENTLY WASHES GROCERY TOTES INCREASING RISK FOR FOOD POISONING CHICAGO – Reusable grocery totes are a popular, eco-friendly choice to transport groceries, but only 15 percent [...]
Ask the Doctor
April 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I had some GREAT questions last week during my first-ever Facebook Q&A on the Doctor’s Detox Diet page (www.facebook.com/DrsDetoxDiet). Thank you to everyone who participated! In case you missed it, here are some of the highlights. Please check out my calendar at www.doctorsdetoxdiet.com, or follow me on Twitter (@DrsDetoxDiet) for more upcoming LIVE Facebook chats. [...]
Facebook Q&A This Wednesday!
March 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Great news! I will answer questions on nutrition, healthy dining, and more on Facebook this WEDNESDAY, March 14 from 7-9 a.m. The event is hosted by First Watch The Daytime Café and takes place on their Facebook page. To participate or follow along, “Like” First Watch at www.facebook.com/First Watch. Got an advanced question for me? Let [...]
Stay Sharp With the Right Knives
March 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
You don’t really need one of those multi-piece culinary sets. You can do practically all your cutting, chopping, slicing, and dicing with two simple knives: an 8-inch chef’s knife for most jobs and a paring knife for mincing small items. Avoid stainless steel blades—they can’t be sharpened and thus have a limited lifespan. Invest in [...]
Get Savvy About Salt
March 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
About 90 percent of Americans exceed their recommended daily sodium limit according to a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study, with the average amount being about 3,300 mg per day. Most of that is spread across everyday foods like grains (breads and crackers), meats, and vegetables. The recommend daily amount for adults should [...]
