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Free Cooking Substitution Infographic
Making simple changes in the kitchen can have big results. Making that lesson clear and memorable for your clients, on the other hand can be a bit tricky.That's why my team and I have made a brand-new infographic that highlights ways to make healthful substitutions in order to save calories in the kitchen.
April 2015
There are lots of great new resources for April and they're all right here! Check out handouts like Energy Myths and The Skinny on Grains, or try out the new activity ideas that are featured in this month's issue. Of course, there are also great new recipes and the latest research. Where will you start?
Energy Myths
Everyone is talking about energy these days ? where we get it, how we use it, etc. Let?s take some time to delve into the world of energy, starting with these common energy myths.
New Salad Look: Stack It
This colorful salad is the perfect start to any meal...
Activity Ideas: Nutrition Facts Memory and Healthful Cooking Project
There are 2 new activity ideas in this post -- one for a game of memory with Nutrition Facts labels, and one with a way to apply cooking substitution advice in the real world. Which will you try first?
New U.S. Dietary Guidelines To Drop Cholesterol Limits
The most obvious tragic flaw in an otherwise mostly science-based report was the Advisory Committee's questionable decision to no longer include any limit on dietary cholesterol intake.
Egg Shopping Cheat Sheet
The egg section of the grocery store can be overwhelming. There are so many choices, but this cheat sheet can help you make informed choices!
Seasonal Fun with Radishes
This is a delicious salad that incorporates pungent, sweet, and acidic flavors.
The Skinny on Grains
Not all grains are equal. Here?s the skinny on the difference between whole grain carbohydrates and refined grain carbohydrates.
Raspberry Beet Cheesecake
I could not be more excited about this incredible dessert, which I first developed for the Nutrition Month Communicating Food for Health newsletter last year. Ever since its debut, rave reviews have been pouring in. So I decided it was long past time to offer you a free handout with this recipe.
4 Tips for Healthful Cooking
I've got 4 tried-and-true tips for healthful cooking, and I want to share them with you today! These tips all come from dietitians and scientific studies, and each tip has been rigorously tested by my team and me. Ready to see them for yourself?
Press Release: Food and Health Is Moving!
The headquarters of Food and Health Communications, Inc. will be moving! Find out why and what this means for you in today's post.
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!
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.
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