Water: Myth or Fact?
Summer has arrived! During the summer months, especially along the Gulf Coast, it is hot and humid. Keeping the body hydrated is important to maintaining good health. As the temperature rises in the summer and… Read More
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Milk…..What’s in it for you?
June is National Dairy Month. National Dairy month was first celebrated in 1937 to encourage Americans to drink more milk. Milk and dairy products comprise a diverse group of foods from fluid milks, fermented milk… Read More
What’s Shaking…Too Much Salt
March 10 – 16, 2017 is National Salt Awareness Week. Salt is the main source of sodium in the American diet. Sodium is a mineral only needed by the body in small amounts. It is… Read More
For the Health of It: Cooking Solo
A large and ever-growing number live the single life these days. You have a lot of company and something in common: freedom of choice. Cooking for one or two can be creative and nutritious. Whether… Read More
Every Food Group Every Day
What’s the best way to enjoy a variety of the nutrients and other substances needed for good health? Eat from every food group every day. Foods are put into food groups because they provide key… Read More
Nutrition in a Desk Drawer
A busy schedule is the most used excuse for not eating nutritiously. When pressed for time, it’s easy to fall into the habit of making unhealthy food choices. For those who have no time to… Read More
Mind Your Milk
“Milk and milk products provide a wealth of nutrition benefits. But raw milk can harbor dangerous microorganisms that can pose serious health risks to you and your family. According to an analysis by the Centers… Read More
Breaking Bread: Feeding Family and Friends
“Breaking bread”, or eating a meal with others, is a deeply personal way to foster a sense of belonging. Food is a social glue; it brings us together for conversation, a time to catch up,… Read More
Starch Madness
Starchy foods are healthy – eat them! Starchy foods make you fat – don’t eat them! How do you score a healthy starch bracket with all this contradictory madness? For each round of your daily… Read More
A Win-Win Super Bowl Party
Get defensive about your health. These easy-to-tackle recipes are just as tasty, but lower in fat and calories than typical game-day fare. It’s a Win-Win situation. Skip the six-foot-long sub sandwich usually drenched in mayonnaise…. Read More