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Are you hosting or attending a barbecue where children or adults with food allergies will be attending this Memorial Day weekend? Check out these ideas from FARE to make your event a success! If you’re hosting: Provide labels or markers to write names on cups to...
Question: I’d like to incorporate more tofu as another protein source for my picky eater. How can I do this? Answer: Tofu, also known as soybean curd, is rich in protein and low in cost. It can be a great addition to anyone’s diet. The key is to...
Functional foods are commonly known foods that offer additional benefits to our bodies beyond the obvious. The following list of foods have been demonstrated through research to exhibit beneficial effects in the areas of immunity, enhanced gastrointestinal function, and reducing inflammation. The good news about taking...
Polluck Communications along with Today’s Dietitian magazine have recently released the results of their 5th annual “What’s Trending in Nutrition” National Food Survey. According to 1700 dietitians nationwide, nutrition experts have revealed that diets are out and mindful eating is in. This entails having a slower,...
The Mediterranean diet is one of the most highly researched eating patterns. For many, it is considered a gold standard in heart disease prevention and treatment as it can lower LDL (bad cholesterol that builds up in arteries). The benefits of the diet extend far...
When it comes to New Years resolutions, good intentions are not enough. For many of us, we have reached the point in the new year when many behaviors are difficult to maintain. So rather than beating yourself up, here are some tips to help you...
Many of us have heard: “Avoid processed foods” when it comes to eating a healthy diet. While some processed foods should be consumed with caution, many actually have a place in a healthy, balanced diet. What Do Processed Foods Mean? According to the International Food Information Council...
While hand washing, flu shots, and adequate rest are all great ways to ward off the common cold, the following foods will also boost immunity and keep a nasty virus at bay. Fatty Fish: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, vitamin B6, and iron, fatty fish...
Maintaining a healthy blood sugar balance is one of the keys to healthy living. Sugar imbalances are associated with a number of symptoms ranging from fatigue to weight problems and mood swings. Having too much glucose in your blood for a long period of time...
Touted as a popular ‘new it’ food, peas are nutrient-dense, phytochemical rich and inexpensive. They are also free of gluten, dairy, and soy--making them a great protein rich alternative. It is estimated that by 2054, alternative protein sources will constitute one third of the milk market....
