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All About Winter Squash
Here’s what you need to know to best enjoy the healthy, versatile category of veggies known as winter squash.
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Great nutrition starts in your kitchen. Browse through our extensive recipe database for star-worthy recipes that will inspire you and make feeding your family nutritious food a little easier.
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Have you been told to eat more whole grains? Here, we break down the difference between whole grains and refined grains. When deciding what grains to eat, Guiding Stars is a simple way to find options that are full of nutrients like fiber, vitamins, and minerals that are found in whole grains.
Guiding Stars icons on shelf tags help you quickly find the most nutritious choices – like these star- earning nuts, cereals, and crackers. Lock in the flavor and avoid food waste by storing them in airtight containers.
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It’s time for winter squash! Butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squashes are full of flavor and offer essential nutrients like fiber and potassium. Here are a few dietitian-approved tips for prepping, cooking, and storing winter squash this season. Link in our bio!
Shopping with nutrition in mind doesn’t have to break your budget. You can find our Guiding Stars ratings on many store brand products that offer nutrition and value, like frozen fruit and veggies. It’s all in the name of making nutritious choices with confidence. 😉
For #NationalFamilyMealsMonth, we made a list of our favorite books from nutrition experts. From dinnertime solves for picky eaters to nutritional support for young athletes, there’s a book on our list that will speak to you. 📖 Share some of your favorites in the comments!
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This Speedy Bok Choy and Asian Mushrooms recipe stars as a side dish or combines well with your favorite protein over whole grains like brown rice. Look for Guiding Stars at your grocery store to find nutritious ingredients.
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Time-saving can start in the grocery aisle. Look for Guiding Stars icons on shelf tags for simple nutrition guidance. Read the full blog to learn more tips for weeknight meals–link is in our bio.
When it’s too hot outside for anything but smoothies 🌞. Check out this nutritious smoothie made with star-earning ingredients that you can find in your store with Guiding Stars.
-Silken tofu (don’t knock it til you try it!)
-Frozen berries
-Banana (also frozen for extra chilliness and creaminess)
-Ice
Blend and enjoy! Find more nutritious recipes on our website:
Embrace #HealthyAging by boosting your nutrition game!
🌟Read 3 ways good nutrition can help support your body`s changing needs as you age (and how Guiding Stars can help) from Kitty Broihier, MS, RD, LD—blog link in our bio.
Reading product nutrition claims about sugar can be a lot to absorb. Here, we break down some differences between natural and added sugars and how the science behind Guiding Stars takes them into account.
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