Category: "Nutrition" Articles
January 1, 2023
Not all fats are created equal; some are better than others. There hasn’t always been the question of which fats to eat — at one time, the only fats available were found in virgin...
December 30, 2022
We were always raised to eat enough veggies, but how much is too much? Plant foods, such as spinach, potatoes, peanuts, almonds and chocolate, contain oxalates, which can be overconsumed, leading to the development...
December 6, 2022
If there’s one thing Austin has no shortage of, it’s great food. So much of Austin’s culture revolves around sharing meals around the city with friends and family. With the uptick in takeout availability...
December 2, 2022
This year, let Austin’s unique food scene take care of Christmas dinner for you so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your loved ones. AFM has created this...
December 1, 2022
Do you ever find yourself going for a second helping of a meal and later realizing you ate too much food? Overeating can feel miserable for several reasons — it's uncomfortable, it can drain...
December 1, 2022
Gardening in Austin sometimes feels like it can only be a spring, summer and fall activity — you plant in the spring, grow in the summer and harvest in the fall. But an Austin...
December 1, 2022
Temperatures drop, nights lengthen and mashed potatoes become a dinner staple — welcome to winter. As the weather changes, so does your appetite. The winter appetite can be caused by a combination of many...
December 1, 2022
The holidays can be a challenging time to find creative ways to stay healthy while partaking in seasonal traditions. Luckily, there are ways to even turn the classic Christmas cookie into a healthy alternative. ...
November 29, 2022
With the holiday season around the corner, many families are gathering to celebrate, and there’s no better way to do that than by enjoying a delicious meal. Whether you’re planning a holiday feast for...
November 23, 2022
Thanksgiving is that wonderful time of year when you get together with friends and family and have a feast of delicious food. Most of us end up with a refrigerator chock-full of leftovers the...
November 21, 2022
Welcome to AFM’s guide to some of the most iconic restaurants in Austin. If you’re new to this city, the first thing you’ll learn is that Austin is foodie heaven, bursting with restaurants new...
November 17, 2022
Thanksgiving is one of America’s favorite holidays. It’s a precursor to Christmas and some say it officially marks the beginning of the holiday season. This big dinner is one of the most joyful times...
November 9, 2022
Fueling your body with proper nutrition while undergoing physical therapy for an injury may not be a thought that comes to mind initially, but according to the American Physical Therapy Association, nutrition is crucial...
November 5, 2022
The fall season brings about many changes, as well as many veggies, fruits and herbs that are delicious, healthy and simply bursting with good vibes! Pumpkin is one of the best fall vegetables to...
November 3, 2022
If you’re on a gluten-free diet, Thanksgiving can feel like a bit of a minefield. Whether you have celiac disease or are allergic to wheat, barley or rye, you know the drill — it’s...
November 1, 2022
Leadership in the kitchen has stepped away from looking like someone barking orders to staff. For Chef Fermín Núñez, leadership has a much more tasteful palette. Núñez is the executive chef of Suerte, an...
November 1, 2022
Having started out as a private chef, Chef Carlos Crusco attended L’Ecole Ritz Escoffier in Paris, France and now runs a successful catering company in Austin. AFM got to speak with Crusco about how...
