Is There a Link Between Nutrition and Focus?
…minutes or less! Lack of focus isn’t limited to adults, of course. Children and teens experience distraction as well, which can have big implications for performance in school. There is…
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Nutritious Thanksgiving Side Dishes
…a large meal (especially given the cheese, crackers, and other snacks that may precede it). To lessen the sodium content of side dishes, I recommend: Choose no salt added or…
Maintaining a Healthy Balance Over the Holidays
…isn’t just about what we are eating—it can also be about how we are eating. Maybe it’s too much snacking, drinking more alcohol, or celebrating every day of the season…
Fueling Your Fitness with Protein
…variety of animal- and plant-based options. Nut butters, plain or no-sugar-added fat-free Greek yogurt, low-fat cottage cheese, hemp seeds, and edamame are easy additions to snacks, smoothies, and meals. Or…
Greek Cucumber Dip with Pita Triangles
This is a refreshing dip that comes together quickly. If you can’t find mint, fresh dill or chives would do nicely. For a more traditional Greek flavor, consider adding a…
Avocado Pico de Gallo
This pico is great to have over a steak, in a wrap with some diced chicken, with some low-fat cheese for a quesadilla and so much more. Use all fresh…
Herbed Blue Cheese Dip
Blue cheese dip from a bottle is bad news as far as salt and saturated fat are concerned. That doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it from time to time: using…
Secret Weapon Bread Dough
This dough is your secret weapon because this bread is packed with protein, which is especially helpful if you’re trying to feed a picky eater. While we’ve given you only…