
…pig scrambler, selecting the first piglet at the Monmouth Agricultural Fair and then we buy another one to round out the pair. They’re fed on culled fruits and vegetables from…
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…the bank. We’re excited about all these kids and their great ideas. Kids motivating other kids (and adults!) to eat more fruit and vegetables is a three-star idea. We wanted…
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…foods without regret. For this month’s Surprising Stars, we want to share our star-earning versions of classic Thanksgiving vegetable casseroles. These are delicious options if you’re looking for traditional comfort…
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…to understand how an athlete’s carbohydrate needs should adjust to match their training. Young athletes generally benefit from nutrient-dense carbohydrate choices like whole grain, legumes, and starchy vegetables. Simple digesting…
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…well for most foods. This algorithm is used to evaluate fruits, vegetables, cereals & grains, legumes, snack foods, and mixed foods such as a burrito or pasta dish that contains…
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…fat (non-fat flavored milk), offering complementary water and requiring fruits and vegetables with every meal, including dark greens and other nutrient-rich produce. Calories have been reduced based on age group,…
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…try serving small portions with a little dollop of vanilla ice cream. (1 Guiding Star) Vegetable Beef Soup Good vegetable soup is a classic comfort food in any kind of…
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…squash, apples and pears and late-season veggies in the fall, root vegetables, nuts and citrus in the winter, spring greens, new potatoes and young onions in the spring, and berries,…
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