Are These New Foods Really Healthy?
…Move over fruit, because veggies are having a heyday. Yogurt made from vegetables like beets, parsnips, tomatoes and sweet potatoes aim to appeal to those who like their yogurt on…
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When You Produce From Scratch, You Know What’s in the Product
…cheese, we can use whole-wheat pasta, skim milk, and fresh vegetables. We want to sneak in some nutrition to foods that are basically empty calories because we know they will…
FDA Finalizes Groundbreaking Produce Safety Rules
…fresh fruits and vegetables seem increasingly common, but these new requirements for farms and food importers should help curtail this dangerous trend. What’s the big deal? If you’ve never had…
Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 and YOU
…Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. 4) Switch to fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk. Foods to Reduce 5) Compare sodium in foods like soup, bread and frozen meals –…
Assemble Your Way to Quick Nutrition
…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…
Eating to Beat the Heat
…apple, beet and ginger root concoction. The cool mixture of fruits and vegetables creates a calming sensation while the ginger adds a spice to the summer afternoon. The combination is…
Guiding Stars’ Top 10 Easy “Star” Picks
…canned (just make sure there is no added sugar) and still receive 2 or 3 star? 2. Vegetables – The same is true for veggies. Most fresh, frozen or canned…
Veggie of the Month: October
…Acorn, Hubbard, and Butternut squash. Specifically bred for a tough skin and low-moisture yellow to orange flesh, winter squash ensured that families could store and eat the healthful vegetable throughout…