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January Poster Contest Winner Revealed!
The results of the January poster contest are finally here! Who do you think won the free poster set?
3 Healthful Recipes to Eat on the Go
Yesterday I realized that one of my most ingrained healthful habits for busy days has not yet been shared with you. I'm talking about creating balanced and portable meals to eat on the go.
Which Grains Contain Too Much Salt?
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that people "Reduce daily sodium intake to less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) and further reduce intake to 1,500 mg among persons who are 51 and older and those of any age who are African American or have hypertension, diabetes, or chronic kidney disease." Where better to start than by reducing their intake of sodium-laden refined grains?
A Pro's Guide to Cooking with Greens
What do you know about cooking with greens? Today I want to take an in-depth look at 5 great greens -- what their nutrients are, what they taste like, and how to cook with them. There's even a free infographic!
March 2015
Are you ready for Nutrition Month? The March 2015 edition of Communicating Food for Health has got you covered!
Brighten Up Your Salad
This beautiful salad packs a nutrient-rich punch!
11 Tips to Reduce Sugar Intake
The 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee recently recommended reducing added sugar consumption from the current 16% of calories to 10% of total calorie intake. This would help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, tooth decay, and obesity. Use these 11 tips to reduce your added sugar intake.
Activity Idea: Swat the Fly
This adaptation of a traditional language-learning game is a great way to build enthusiasm about nutrition lessons.
Energy: An Inside Look
We?re bombarded with advertisements for foods, beverages, and supplements to improve energy levels, increase focus and attention span, and get us through a mid-afternoon slump. Understanding the difference between the hype and the truth is key for optimum energy levels and good health.
There's a New Snack In Town
This plate offers a great way to breathe new life into daily snacks. It's balanced, nutritious, and totally delicious. Plus, once you have the pears and the coulis, it comes together in a snap!
How Can You Bite Into a Healthy Lifestyle?
It?s National Nutrition Month, and this year?s theme is ?Bite Into a Healthy Lifestyle.? Where do you want to start?
More Whole Grains Led to Fewer Deaths
Consuming more whole grains is associated with a significant reduction in both total and CVD mortality in American men and women.
4 Reasons to Love Butternut Squash
There are many reasons to love this bright orange gourd. Here are the top four:
Woo Hoo! It's Chocolate Month!
Celebrate Chocolate Month this February with a simple, healthful, and delicious recipe for chocolate mousse. This decadent-tasting dessert is decidedly guilt-free, offering a serious nutrient boost and surprisingly light calorie profile.
Valentine Dinner for Heart Month
February is such an exciting time to cook. It's Heart Month, and Valentine's Day offers a festive occasion that often centers on special and festive foods. I've decided to combine these two celebrations into one, putting together a spectacular meal that makes the best of both worlds.
Free Healthful Cooking Handout!
As a small thank-you, I'd like to offer a free healthful cooking handout that your clients will really enjoy. It's all about oatmeal -- types of oatmeal, how to cook it, why you should cook it, and how to make it taste amazing.
January Poster Contest
It's time for another poster contest, and this time I'm giving away 5! Check it out!
Diets for Kids?
Good news! Today I'm cracking the vault to bring you a brand-new article by Beth Rosen, MS, RD. Beth created this incredible handout for the exclusive Communicating Food for Health newsletter, but it got such good reviews that I want to share it with you today. So without further ado, let's take a look at ways to help overweight children...
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