1) The article is designed to provide parents with opportunities to help improve the school lunch system. Please provide examples of the common options served at school and how these options may not be providing children with the healthy servings they need. The common options and probably the most popular…
1. Why do Americans gain weight during the Holidays? It is simple, Americans typical gain what we call the “seasonal 7 pounds” between Halloween and New Year’s Day because there is an abundance of unhealthy foods loaded with sugar and unhealthy fats along with our schedules being booked with school…
Have you decided that this school year will finally be the year that you try your best to make healthy, and great tasting lunches for your children? It is back to school time, and there is no time like the present to get started. Dr. Kantor recently interviewed with The…
You can have a healthy summer and go to picnics and BBQ’s with family and friends, by using these tips from Dr. Keith Kantor. There are many misconceptions that we can’t do it all, however, we just need to remember to enjoy everything in moderation. Dr. Kantor spoke with Brian…
Summer is the time for cookouts with friends and family, and inevitably we are tempted with less than healthy fare. Dr. Kantor, however, says that there are plenty of healthy options for food and drink so that we can enjoy this time, without wrecking our diets. He discussed these tips…
Written by Dr. Keith Kantor, PhD, ND Recent studies have predicted our children’s generation will be 50% obese. Obesity is defined as a BMI (body mass index) of 30 or more. Obesity is a precursor for type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid disease and cancer. Obesity will…
Dr. Kantor recently discussed the health benefits of island-themed summer produce that you can find at your local farmer’s market with Chile Pepper Magazine. He listed these fruits and veggies by region and also gave tips for preparing and cooking these summertime treats! Northeast: Cucumbers – Health Benefits: Cucumbers are…
Summer is a time when we try to look our best, but there are so many temptations to eat all the wrong foods. Tacoma Perry, of Fox 5 News Atlanta, has some tasty tips to get you through the season without packing on the pounds. Atlanta News, Weather, Traffic, and…
Dr. Keith Kantor and David Kirten of The CKOM Afternoon News recently discussed healthy summer BBQ tips. Everyone loves cooking out with family and friends, enjoying the summer weather, and can enjoy the eating along with it too. You can BBQ, enjoy lean protein like chicken, steaks and burgers but…