
…nutrients and lower in calories, including: Fruits Vegetables Whole grains Low-fat dairy products Lower-fat proteins Easy & Economical Tips for a Nutrient-Dense Diet One of the best things about eating…
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…sure) Fill half the plate with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., greens, peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber, carrots, asparagus, broccoli, and cauliflower) Fill ¼ of the plate with carbohydrate foods (such as whole…
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Hmm.. what to have for dinner? Curried vegetables with rice? Great idea! This, in fact, has been my dinner for the past several weeks as I have been living at…
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…vegetables as well as better snack alternatives, which are made with whole grain and free of artificial sugars. They were quick to tell me, however, that this doesn’t always mean…
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…products using a variety of nutrients found on the Nutrition Facts label and ingredient list. For foods that are not labeled, such as meats, fruits, seafood, and vegetables, the program…
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…key to enjoying your favorite Asian dishes without tearing your hair out. There’s a reason why you don’t see chefs at Chinese restaurants chopping vegetables and meat to order: it’s…
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…rare. Lunch usually provides choices of moderately sized pasta dishes, fresh bread, salads and side dishes of marinated or sautéed vegetables. Dinners are often focused around fish, pasta and/or pizza,…
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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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