Foodopedia

 - You know, you and I are BFFs because of our peptide bond. That's a protein joke. Hi, I'm Tracy Lockwood Beckerman. I'm a registered dietitian in New York City, and it's my job to help you figure out what to eat and why. Protein bars are a staple in on-the-go snacking and workout recovery. Inherently, they seem healthy, but how do you know if you're just eating a glorified candy bar? Today I'm giving you the rundown on what to look for in protein bars as well as Tracy-approved picks. Pay attention to how many servings are in each bar. It usually is one, but always read the label to check. If your bar is going to be a snack, choose one that has at least 30 grams of carbohydrates and more than seven grams of protein, and five grams of fiber. If this is a meal, you should choose one with more protein and carbohydrates to keep you fuller longer. Don't choose a bar that's high in fiber just for the sake of it. High-fiber products can cause GI issues such as...

- This week's video is gonna be all about the health benefits of green tea. I've seen some over blown claims. So we're gonna parse through and figure out what's what. Also stay tuned to the end of the video to get tips on how to make the healthiest cup of tea possible. Tea is one of those rare beverages that's pretty much universally accepted by science as a healthy one. But just remember, as with everything is life you can have too much of a good thing. So don't over do it with the green tea. (upbeat music) The number one thing that makes green tea so good for you is that it's loaded with healthy nutrients. All of these bioactive Polyphenols are awesome for your health. You may have heard of some of them known as Flavonoids, or Catechins. And what those are are antioxidant. What antioxidants do is prevent free radical damage to your body. And free radical damage to your body over time causes cancer, but let me break that down a bit. I know all of you have f...