by Midtown Nutrition | Sep 22, 2016 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
ALCOHOL WHAT IS A DRINK? 12 ounce beer, 5 ounce glass of wine, or 1.5 ounce jigger or shot of hard liquor (vodka, gin, rum, or tequila). HOW MUCH TO DRINK? The American Heart Association defines MODERATE DRINKING as 2 drinks per day for men, 1 drink per day for women....
by Midtown Nutrition | Aug 12, 2014 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
FATS IN OUR DIET Fats occur naturally in foods and are necessary in our diet. Fats are important for many functions, including coating our nerve cells and nutrient transportation. Because fats also provide a concentrated source of energy, too much fat intake can lead...
by Midtown Nutrition | Dec 17, 2013 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
What Are Omega-3 Fatty Acids? Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat. Polyunsaturated fats, along with monounsaturated fats, are considered healthy for us. Omega-3 fatty acids are also considered essential fatty acids, which means our bodies cannot...
