With childhood obesity on the rise, it is important to make sure kids are eating right and getting plenty of exercise.Parents and caregivers can play a big role in a child’s nutrition and overall health…
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An apple a day may indeed keep the doctor away! Apples are packed with fiber, vitamin C and potassium. Pectin in the fiber helps lower bad cholesterol levels and helps feel full longer. Antioxidants in…
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Spring season is here, and so is asparagus! Available from March through June each year, asparagus is rich in iron, potassium, vitamin A, folic acid, thiamin, vitamin C, vitamin K and fiber. Asparagus spears can…
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How are canned foods made? What is the secret behind preventing canned food from getting spoiled?According to the USDA, canning food is a method of preserving food by heat processing and then sealing foods in…
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When it comes to losing weight and then keeping it off long-term, portion sizes are key. An issue that we tend to ignore is the alarming ways in which we eat extra calories numerous times…
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With rising food prices, it can be challenging to purchase groceries and prepare healthy meals. Below you will find 10 tips that can help stretch your food dollar.1. Plan menus and make a list: Entering…
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Finding and putting together quick and easy meals for kids that are both healthy and delicious can be tough! That’s why our Registered Dietitian Callie Brust along with Monique Knight from United Healthcare were on…
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As we make our way into the middle of October, we notice the weather shifting and our cooking ingredients changing. Some of the fruits and vegetables we were so used to having in the summer…
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Are you hypnotized by chocolate? Do you prefer to bypass dinner just to get to dessert that much quicker? While indulging in dessert on occasion is fine, we may be guilty of overindulging a bit…
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