by John V. deGuzman, MD | Oct 16, 2023 | Food Gauge
Food labels serve as the primary means by which consumers make informed choices about the products they purchase and consume. However, food labeling is not always as transparent as it should be. Misleading food labels have become a pervasive issue in the modern food...
by Robert Ziltzer, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA | Nov 11, 2022 | Food Gauge
Myth: Our caloric needs are 2000 calories per day. Fact: Many people require much less, and will gain weight on a 2000 calorie a day diet. Many Americans believe they can eat 2000 calories daily to maintain weight. Unfortunately, this is only true for some people....
by swlc | Nov 6, 2021 | Food Gauge, Healthy Eating
It is not a secret that the holidays are associated with weight gain. I often describe the time from mid-November to January as “The Eating Season”. Studies show the average weight gain is 1 to 3.5 pounds. More importantly, this weight gain persists after the holidays...
by swlc | Jul 7, 2021 | Food Gauge, Healthy Eating, Lifestyle, Resource
Portion sizes are an important part of any weight loss program. It isn’t always clear to know what a proper serving size is, but with the right resources, you can find out. By simply managing portion control, you are more inclined to lose weight. Portion Guides...
by Abet | Jan 10, 2020 | Food Gauge, Healthy Eating
Fruits and vegetables are good for you. It’s been established by countless studies that a diet based on “the green stuff” is the best thing for our health. However, if you have lived your entire life as a meat-and-potatoes person, you may be at a loss as to how to...
by Abet | Jan 3, 2020 | Food Gauge, Healthy Eating
The amount of conflicting information and advice relating to weight loss means it’s no wonder many people don’t know where to start. Fad diets can come with health warnings, and the obvious approach of eating less and exercising more often fails to deliver results....
