What does it take to feel satisfied: the whole candy bar or just a bite? If you guessed the whole thing, you might be surprised to learn that you can be content with less. A recent study found that smaller portions could satisfy just as well as larger portions. Researchers offered two groups… Continue Reading
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2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Released
Although somewhat belated, the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans were released late last month by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). Since 1980, the Guidelines have been updated and issued every 5 years. The 2010 Guidelines don’t represent a significant departure from government recommendations made… Continue Reading