Protein-packed foods are everywhere, but experts say balance is still key
Read full article: Protein-packed foods are everywhere, but experts say balance is still keyFrom protein bars and shakes to high-protein cereals and snacks, protein has become one of the biggest nutrition trends in recent years.
LIST: Help for Houston-area families at risk of losing SNAP benefits amid government shutdown
Read full article: LIST: Help for Houston-area families at risk of losing SNAP benefits amid government shutdownWith the 2025 federal government shutdown now entering its fourth week, many Houstonians who depend on nutrition assistance programs, such as SNAP benefits, are concerned that their resources could be delayed.
LIST: Help for Houston-area families at risk of losing SNAP benefits amid government shutdown
Read full article: LIST: Help for Houston-area families at risk of losing SNAP benefits amid government shutdownWith the 2025 federal government shutdown now entering its fourth week, many Houstonians who depend on nutrition assistance programs, such as SNAP benefits, are concerned that their resources could be delayed.
Federal nutrition services in Houston: Which will be impacted by government shutdown
Read full article: Federal nutrition services in Houston: Which will be impacted by government shutdownWith the 2025 government shutdown now underway, struggling families in the Houston area are left to wonder how nutrition programs will be impacted by a potential lapse in funding.
Dietician with Texas Childrenās Hospital shares school lunch tips: Like it, love it, still learning
Read full article: Dietician with Texas Childrenās Hospital shares school lunch tips: Like it, love it, still learningIf packing school lunches feels like a daily struggle, youāre definitely not alone.
The science behind honey: natureās oldest, most popular remedy
Read full article: The science behind honey: natureās oldest, most popular remedyHoney has been a staple in natural medicine for centuries, but despite its health benefits, experts remind consumers it is still a form of sugar and should be used in moderation and (if possible) knowing different types of high-quality honey.
Dump the New Yearās Resolutions! Here is how you can make good habits stick and love you more
Read full article: Dump the New Yearās Resolutions! Here is how you can make good habits stick and love you moreNutrition coach Karla Rojas joined Houston Lifeās Melanie Camp to share insights on how to make meaningful changes in 2025 without succumbing to the pressures of diet culture.
This nutritionist-backed meal idea will take the guesswork out of packing school lunch
Read full article: This nutritionist-backed meal idea will take the guesswork out of packing school lunchDo you want to elevate your lunch game? Maybe time away from you in the morning, you're deciding between homemade vs pre-packaged foods, or you just want to make sure your child's meal is balanced and delicious. Registered dietitian with Milk & Honey Nutrition, Mary Ellen Phipps is here to help us all out.
Texansā Jimmie Ward shares passion for nutrition at childrenās book signing: āEat healthy, it helped change my lifeā
Read full article: Texansā Jimmie Ward shares passion for nutrition at childrenās book signing: āEat healthy, it helped change my lifeāTexans safety Jimmie Ward holds book signing at Lifetime Fitness Greenway.
3 simple healthy food swaps to make this year
Read full article: 3 simple healthy food swaps to make this yearIf eating better and healthier is one of your New Yearās resolutions, Registered Dietitian Mary Ellen Phipps with Milk & Honey Nutrition, recommends 3 better-for-you options to help you achieve your goals.
Houston nutritionist dishes on heart healthy snacks for American Heart Month
Read full article: Houston nutritionist dishes on heart healthy snacks for American Heart MonthWhat to add to your daily routine to improve heart health, and what to look for and avoid in packaged snacks found at the grocery store.
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4 easy ways to eat healthier in 2021 according to a registered dietitian
Read full article: 4 easy ways to eat healthier in 2021 according to a registered dietitianSyn, is a nationally recognized nutrition expert and founder of Nutrition by Mia, a popular online wellness website. Nutrition by Mia (Nutrition by Mia)These are Synās recommendations and recipes:1. Go plant-based once a week for your health and wallet with Mexican-Stuffed Bell Peppers. Place bell peppers cut side-up in a baking dish and brush with a neutral high heat cooking oil. Place apples cut side down on a cutting board and slice crosswise.
Could different labeling on nutritional menus be the key to weight loss?
Read full article: Could different labeling on nutritional menus be the key to weight loss?PACE labels show consumers how many calories are in a food item, but it also lists what kind of and how long an exercise someone would need to engage in to burn that food off.