"Americans consume too much sodium. High sodium consumption raises blood pressure, and high blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Heart disease and stroke are the nation’s first and third leading causes of death"

When you're on vacation, keep an eye on what I call "your mindful eating compass" – the inner sense of what and how you’re eating.

How do you feel about orange juice and other 100% juice beverages? Whether you're all for them or totally against them or somewhere in between here's another perspective to consider, from James J. Kenney, PhD, FACN...

This delicious chilled summer salmon dish looks so fancy but it is very easy to prepare.

This dish goes great with grilled, diced vegetables and a fresh salad or slaw.

Here’s a handy guide to selecting the perfect peaches and nectarines, along with a look at their health impact and nutrient profile…

Sometimes all it takes is a little know-how in order to make preparing fresh vegetables fun and approachable...

Want to breathe new life into the advice to eat enough fruits and vegetables every day? Try this handout, which is loaded with fun and creative ways to eat more fruits and veggies...

Want to throw a fantastic Papaya Month cooking demonstration? Here's everything you need to know...

July is Picnic Month, which means it’s a great opportunity to teach your audience about food safety. Use these tips and facts at your next presentation, cooking demonstration, or client meeting...

This salad is the perfect accompaniment to grilled chicken or fish.

This summer soup is the perfect way to maximize your tomatoes when they're at their peak!

Some health-minded people keep the saltshaker off the table, but it will probably take additional effort to get sodium intake down to recommended levels...

It's time for another kitchen hack, and today's is all about shopping on a budget while eliminating food waste...

At the end of the week, I often have berries that are becoming a little too soft to eat unadorned. Rather than throwing them away, here's what I do...

By now we've all heard the advice to cut down on added sugars. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans tout it. MyPlate asserts it. Even this blog has countless articles about the health dangers of added sugars. But sometimes we need a fresh way to communicate this key information to our clients...

Iced tea is a beverage that can either be an integral part of a healthy eating pattern or a sneaky source of added sugars and empty calories. Celebrating Iced Tea Month offers a fantastic opportunity to help your audience rethink their drinks, leading them to make healthier choices that are lower in added sugars.

This week's kitchen hacks will focus on tools that can take your cooking from good to great!