Celiac Disease Awareness Month

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…sugar, sodium, saturated fat, and other nutrition attributes to limit support good health. It’s also important to seek sources of fiber through fruits, vegetables, and GF grains. Guiding Stars is…

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After-School Snacks

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…If your child asks for a small snack, encourage a balanced combination of nutrients they need or may be missing. (Fruits, vegetables, and milk are often helpful this time of…

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Simple Ways to Support Your Immune System

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…(vitamins and minerals) that work together to maintain a strong system. A colorful, antioxidant-rich diet of fruits, vegetables, and grains fight free radicals (pro-inflammatory molecules that contribute to disease). Additionally,…

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The Plan for School Lunch

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…in carbohydrates and saturated fat. A lack of vegetables and more snack foods, desserts, and sugar-sweetened beverages are common among home lunches too. Nutrition requirements for school lunches are not…

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The Nextover Generation

Chicken Eggplant Casserole

…into bite-sized pieces and cooked spaghetti in it, adding water as needed to keep it from drying out. We ended up with a vegetable-forward spaghetti that was enough different from…

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Half-Scratch Cooking

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…having vegetables with your meal or missing out altogether. They’re also quite versatile when paired with other ingredients. Simmer sauces: Interesting ingredients that allow for unique dishes in minutes. So…

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