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Why Not A French Class Action Suit Against Nutella?

By on April 28, 2012 in European Health, Foodie Fun, French Culture

Are you nuts about Nutella and sad to hear it really isn’t healthy? In France Nutella is sold as healthy and kids eat too much Nutella.

About Mary Brighton

Mary Brighton, MS, RD is a registered dietitian and website developer. Living in Europe for the last 11 years including the last 9 years in France offers an international and European perspective on food, health, nutrition and European living. In addition to researching and writing on healthy living, nutrition and cuisine, Mary has nearly 20 years of experience counseling and serving clients in dietetics through private practice, clinical, outpatient and rehabilitation centers.

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Breakfast in France: One Reason Why French Stay Slim?

By on March 28, 2012 in Foodie Fun, French Culture

A French breakfast or how the French eat breakfast? The difference may be one reason the French stay slimmer in the long -term.

About Mary Brighton

Mary Brighton, MS, RD is a registered dietitian and website developer. Living in Europe for the last 11 years including the last 9 years in France offers an international and European perspective on food, health, nutrition and European living. In addition to researching and writing on healthy living, nutrition and cuisine, Mary has nearly 20 years of experience counseling and serving clients in dietetics through private practice, clinical, outpatient and rehabilitation centers.

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An Amuse Bouche Is More Than A Mouth Pleaser

By on February 29, 2012 in Foodie Fun, French Culture

After an apéritif, keep your mouth having fun with some amuse bouches. Discover these little-known treats that you can put on your own menu.

About Mary Brighton

Mary Brighton, MS, RD is a registered dietitian and website developer. Living in Europe for the last 11 years including the last 9 years in France offers an international and European perspective on food, health, nutrition and European living. In addition to researching and writing on healthy living, nutrition and cuisine, Mary has nearly 20 years of experience counseling and serving clients in dietetics through private practice, clinical, outpatient and rehabilitation centers.

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Could Your Raw Oysters Give You The Infamous Winter Stomach Flu?

By on January 26, 2012 in European Health, Foodie Fun, French Culture, French Health Tips

Norovirus is a major culprit of gastroenteritis. Do your raw oysters contain norovirus? You may be surprised by the answer.

About Mary Brighton

Mary Brighton, MS, RD is a registered dietitian and website developer. Living in Europe for the last 11 years including the last 9 years in France offers an international and European perspective on food, health, nutrition and European living. In addition to researching and writing on healthy living, nutrition and cuisine, Mary has nearly 20 years of experience counseling and serving clients in dietetics through private practice, clinical, outpatient and rehabilitation centers.

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Loving Chocolate: Give Yourself The Green Light To Move Forward

By on December 19, 2011 in Foodie Fun, General Health Tips

High health benefits for chocolate, darker the better. All good reasons to let go and enjoy small and regular chocolate consumption!

About Mary Brighton

Mary Brighton, MS, RD is a registered dietitian and website developer. Living in Europe for the last 11 years including the last 9 years in France offers an international and European perspective on food, health, nutrition and European living. In addition to researching and writing on healthy living, nutrition and cuisine, Mary has nearly 20 years of experience counseling and serving clients in dietetics through private practice, clinical, outpatient and rehabilitation centers.

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