Cheryl Baker, DTR
I am a Dietetic Technician, Registered and nutrition writer. I graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a writing degree and from Harper College with an associate in applied science degree in nutrition/dietetics.
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Creating Healthy BreakfastsDo think you have no time to eat breakfast? Well think again! This article will show that you can get breakfast on the table fast.
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Save on Food by Growing Your Own VegetablesIs the high cost of food getting you down? Learn to grow your own organic food! This article explains how to grow your own vegetables.
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Top 5 Tips for Staying Slim This Holiday SeasonDo you always gain weight during the holiday season? This article gives five tips for staying slim during the holidays.
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Slimming Down Without the Diet MentalityHave you ever heard of the diet mentality? This article explains what the diet mentality is and how it can effect our weight loss efforts.
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Learn to Calculate Your Calorie GoalDo you know how many calories you need to eat to lose weight? This article discusses this simple calculation and how to use it for weight loss.
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The Stages of ChangeWhat are the stages of change? Do you know how to tell which one you may be in? This article discusses the stages of change and how to tell which one you are in at any given time.
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Gestational DiabetesGestational diabetes is a serious disease. The article discusses the symptoms and treatment for this disease during pregnancy.
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Could I Have an Eating Disorder?Could you have an Eating Disorder? If you are feeling like something is not right with how you view yourself and food then read on. This article discusses the most common eating disorders plus symptoms and treatment.
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Farmer's Market FreshHave you ever wondered how to shop at a farmer's market? You want to eat healthy but shopping at a farmer's market seems confusing. This article discusses how to shop for fresh produce and other items at a farmer's market in a clear and concrete way.
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Preparing for a Healthy PregnancyDo you want to have the healthiest pregnancy possible? Do you know someone who does? This article discusses how to a healthy pregnancy begins before you conceive. Necessary nutrients and food choices are also discussed
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The Role of Dietary Iron in a Healthy LifeDo you know the role of iron in your health? This article explains how important iron is in human health and how to get the proper amount and which foods contain iron.
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How to Lose Weight for GoodDo you want to lose weight for good? If so, this article will give you the information you need to make healthy choices about your weight loss plan.
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Binge Eating Disorder: Effective Treatment Can Bring it Under ControlHave you ever wondered what the most effective treatment is for Binge Eating Disorder? This article explains what binge eating disorder is and the most effective treatments
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How to Reduce Sodium for a Healthier LifeA review of sodium and its role in the body. This article also give tips on how to reduce your sodium/salt intake.
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Oatmeal and Walnuts: A Better Cholesterol Lowering DrugHow can you lower cholesterol without medication? This article discusses a simple way to lower your cholesterol using the only the type of food you eat.
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Cooking with KidsDo you wish your kids would eat their vegetables? There is a simple but profound way to help ensure they will eat them. This article lays out an easy way to teach kids to enjoy healthy food.
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Simple Strategies for Creating a Healthy ThanksgivingSimple ways to make Thanksgiving a healthier event but still have all your favorite foods. Includes ways to cook food that is healthier and tastier.
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Assertiveness: A Better Way to Deal with Weight Loss SabotageDo you feel someone you know is sabotaging your weight loss efforts? If so, this article explains assertive techniques for dealing with these people.
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Learn to Eliminate Anxiety for a Healthier LifeDo you have too much stress? Is anxiety getting the better of you? If you feel overwelmed and find yourself overeating to calm your nerves, this article with teach you to deal with stress and anxiety in a healthier way.
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Preventing Swine Flu: Recommendations that Could Save Your LifeNutritional recommendations for preventing swine flu and other seasonal flu viruses. This article also discusses practical recommendations for avoiding sickness.
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Stay Strong with CalciumCalcium's role in building strong bones and teeth with recommendations for how much to get and which foods contain this mineral.
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Simple Strategies for Beating Sleep ProblemsSimple nutrition recommendations for curing insomnia and other sleep problems.
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The B Vitamins: Get on the Path to HealthThis article discusses the B vitamins, Vitamin B12, Niacin and Folic Acid, and how they increase your health. Healthy food sources are also included.
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Simple Strategies for Creating a Healthy HalloweenA variety of simple ideas for creating a healthy -- and fun -- Halloween.
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Renounce the Celebrity Illusion: Developing a Positive Body ImageThe truth the entertainment industry doesn't want you to know about celebrities/models. Plus, easy steps to improve your own body image.
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Stop Food Cravings: A Simple ApproachSome simple ways to stop food cravings before they cause you to overeat.
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The Antioxidant Power of Vitamin CA description of Vitamin C as an antioxidant, and how to get the most nutrients from the food you eat.
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Eating Local: An Easy Way to Decrease Your Carbon FootprintEating locally grown food is good for your health and the environment. Learn about what eating local means and how you can incorporate this into your life.
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Obesity in AmericaA description of how the obesity epidemic in the United States continues to grow and some possible solutions to the problem.
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Childhood ObesityA description of obesity in children and how to help these children lose weight.
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Eating Healthy at RestaurantsTips for eating healthy at restaurants.
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Prevent Mindless Eating: A Three Step ApproachLearn these three steps to help prevent mindless eating and truly enjoy your food.
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How to Identify a Fad DietLearn to avoid fad diets by answering six important questions.
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Proven Strategies for Avoiding Holiday Weight GainStrategies for avoiding the usual weight gain during the holiday season. These tips can be used during any social gathering where food is served.
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The Secrets of Long Term Weight LossThe specific steps a segment of the population have taken to keep excess weight off for life.
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Healthy Meal Planning on a BudgetSuccessful meal planning with an emphasis on health and the household budget.
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The Basics of the Gluten Free DietAn introduction to the gluten free diet for the treatment of Celiac Disease.
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The Fat Soluble VitaminsA benefits of the fat soluble vitamins, Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and Vitamin K.
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The 90/10 Rule for Healthy EatingThe 90/10 rule is an effective way to manage cravings and enjoy the foods you love.
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The Benefits of FiberThe different types of fiber and how they improve the health of the digestive tract.
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The DASH DietThe DASH diet is an effective way to control hypertension and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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Emotional EatingDiscusses how good and bad feeling can cause us to eat.
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The Hunger ScaleLearn to use the hunger scale to assess your level of hunger to determine when to eat.
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The Glycemic LoadA brief introduction to the glycemic load and how it resolves the problems set by the glycemic index.
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The Glycemic IndexThe benefits and problems with the glycemic index.
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How to Improve Digestive Health: The Probiotic/Prebiotic LinkHow Probiotics and Prebiotics in certain foods improve your overall digestive health. -
The Mediterranean Diet: a Heart Healthy Plan for LifeThe Mediterranean Diet is a heart healthy plan that comes from the typical diet in the Mediterranean region. This diet is heavy on fruits, vegetables and olive oil. -
Perfect Plate: How to Correct Portion DistortionLearn about two concepts for correcting portion distortion, the plate method and portion sizes using common non-food items.
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The Empowered Consumer: Learn to Read Food Labels for Better HealthLearning to read food labels is an important skill to know when making healthier food choices for yourself and your family. There are three components to these labels, the "Nutrition Facts" panel, common health claims, and country of origin labeling. -
Healthy Eating with the Mypyramid PlanAn overview of the Mypyramid eating plan and suggestion for incorporating these recommendations into your daily routine.