Susan Burke March
Articles by Susan Burke March :
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You can lose weight by eating pasta? It depends
By Susan Burke March Quick! Don’t think about it, just answer. What is the very first item you should read on the Nutrition Facts label? If you said calories, you’re… -
Another reason to stay active — for your brain!
By Susan Burke March As if you needed another reason to stay active as you age, a new study published in the journal Neurology (March 14, 2018) showed that women… -
Do you really need eight glasses of water a day?
Everyone doesn’t need the same amount of calories, so why would everyone need to consume the identical amount of water? How much water is enough depends on you, and your… -
Are your beauty products making you sick? When in doubt …
By Susan Burke March Personal care products and cosmetics have the potential to harbor bacteria. Chemicals meant to protect you break down over time and are rendered ineffective, or worse,… -
Is bitter better? What makes bitter foods more healthful for you?
By Susan Burke March As Dr. Andrew Weil, the medical doctor and integrative physician writes in the HuffingtonPost.com, “America is still probably the most sugar-philic and bitter phobic culture the world… -
5 (more) reasons to love avocado
As a member of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, I’m privileged to have as colleagues some of the most accomplished Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs). Today’s guest columnist is Jeanne… -
Don’t smoke your oil!
Do you like to pan fry? Sauté? Deep fry? Are you worried that you have to use certain oils, ones with a high smoke point? But, what if it’s not… -
Focus on healthy living to prevent heart disease
As a member of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, I’m privileged to have as colleagues some of the most accomplished Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs). Our column this week emphasizes… -
The Waterbearers Foundation delivers clean water, saving and changing lives in Ecuador
By Jane Brinton The Waterbearers co-founder and executive director When I moved to Cuenca in 2013, I wanted to experience something different, but not to retire. As a second-time expat… -
Update on electronic cigarettes: Health strategy or smoke screen?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “Tobacco is the only legal drug that kills many of its users when used exactly as intended by manufacturers.” In the most recent 2017 update,… -
Chocolate and hunger: A dangerous duo?
As a member of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, I have as colleagues some of the most accomplished Registered Dietitians in the world. Today’s guest columnist is Nancy Clark,… -
Is white rice ‘bad?’ Myths and facts about rice
A reader asked me, “Is white rice good or bad? I rarely touch the stuff, but my Ecuadorian friends keep telling me it’s good for you.” Yes, Ecuadorians do eat… -
Japanese flu medication and ‘No Excuses’ shingles vaccine
The 2018 flu season is still hitting North Americans hard. At least 22 children died from the virus between Feb. 4 and Feb. 10, bringing the total as of Feb.…