Celiac Disease Awareness Month
…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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Blood Sugar Basics
…Blood Sugar 101 Blood sugar, also known as blood glucose, is the body’s main source of energy. When we eat carbohydrate-containing foods, like fruit, dairy products, vegetables, grains, and foods…
Eating Less? Here’s How to Prioritize Nutrient-Dense Foods
…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…
National Farmers Market Week
…Pickle it. I started pickling this year since this is my first year of vegetable gardening. Quick pickles are an easy introduction and need no heat processing, like regular canned…
School Nutrition Standards: Where are We Now?
…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,…
Bella Italia – The Healthy Influence of Fresh Ingredients(andPhysical Activity)
…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,…
October is Hot for Slow Cookers
…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…
Americans Love Italian Food
…Foods What exactly is it about Italian foods that everyone loves so much? Perhaps the love affair starts with simple, fresh ingredients such as: Fruits & Vegetables – tomatoes, eggplant,…