When eating out or picking up food “on the go”, it’s typical for each menu item to be enough food for at least two people and sometimes even more! Bigger isn’t always better! Larger portions mean more calories which can lead to an increase in waistlines and body weight. Chain restaurants are now required to…
The nutrients in fats and oils are necessary in our diet yet you won’t see a Fats & Oils food group on My Plate. That’s because fats and oils come from foods already part of the five food groups. The fats and oils we eat originally come from animals, vegetables, grains, dairy and even fruits.…
School is back in session which means kids are going to come home from their daily activities ravenous for snacks! Having nutritious, delicious, and fun snacks available for kids is a great way to make sure they are eating healthy.
Hearty whole grains are an easy and inexpensive way to make every meal filling and delicious.
Everything you eat and drink matters – the right mix can help you be healthier now and in the future. To find your healthy eating style, focus on making a few of these small changes…
There is a reason Americans eat more apples than any other fruit. Apples are full of good nutrition: they are fat-free, sodium-free, and cholesterol-free. They are a sweet way to get fiber, about 5 grams, and small amounts of vitamin C and potassium, all for only about 80 calories! How to get your apple a…
Fall is a perfect time to visit a Farmers’ Market! Fall produce is plentiful in Farmers’ Markets, including apples, pears, pumpkins, winter squash, potatoes and turnips. Some markets close in late fall, but others stay open year-round. Plan your visit today and enjoy these benefits of shopping at a Farmers’ Market: Buying at a Farmers’…
Carrot cake minus the cake equals a pretty healthy snack! Speaking of carrot cake, try adding some chopped pecans or walnuts!
Photo Credit: “coconut pumpkin soup” by stu_spivak / CC BY-SA 2.0
🍂 Enjoy that fall flavor without all the calories of a pumpkin spice latte! 🍂 Be careful transferring the hot soup to the blender! Let it cool first, if you need to.