Dietitian reviews driver’s food choices

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Good choice, bad choice: fried chicken sandwiches

January 23, 2012

It’s hard to resist the thought of that fried chicken patty nestled between two warm buns and embellished with a pickle, and the availability of the sandwich at almost every fast food chain makes it even more difficult when living on the road. The staff here ...

Safflower oil

May 3, 2011

Add safflower oil, a polyunsaturated fat that contains essential omega-6 fatty acids, to your pantry. According to a study in the journal Clinical Nutrition, a daily dose can boost "good" HDL cholesterol to help reduce the risk of heart disease.

Start the day with eggs

March 22, 2011

If it’s not even noon and you’re already famished, you’re probably not eating the right food for breakfast. Start your day with a meal that includes protein, like eggs, can help reduce hunger and the number of calories you eat by 18 percent, according to ...

Good choice, Bad choice: TCBY yogurt

March 18, 2011

The Country’s Best Yogurt holds true to its name by offering hand-scooped and soft serve yogurt treats that are more nutritious than ice cream and contain probiotics and active cultures that benefit the body’s immune system, digestive health and bones. While it’s hard to make ...

Daily health tip: Try more beans

February 7, 2010

They really are good for your heart.

Health products: Cholesterol

February 4, 2010

Some over-the-counter medicines may help you maintain a healthy cholesterol level.

Perry, Pfiffner tout benefits of driver wellness investments

February 3, 2010

HTAA Healthy Trucking Summit speakers focus on advantages of wellness programs.

Friday Five: Health sites you should know about

January 15, 2010

Truckers News recommends these five sites for free medical-related information.
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