Gardening with Kids
…hose to water plants to maintaining health of flowers and vegetables, the garden offers kids many ways to be active all summer long. It also may just give you a…
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Fueling Your Youth Athlete
…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…
Season’s Eatings: A Harvest Dinner
…less expensive (and fresher) than produce that travels a distance. Focus on plants The term “harvest” refers to gathering mature fruits, vegetables, and grains from the fields. Naturally, these foods…
Health Halo Effect
…making the food any more nutritious. Organic produce is also more expensive than conventional produce. As a majority of Americans are not eating enough fruits and vegetables to meet recommendations…
The Saline Solution
…vegetables and low-fat dairy foods and is low in saturated fat and cholesterol. The plan includes sample menus and recipes. Eat more whole, fresh foods such as: fruits and vegetables…
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…
Simple Ways to Support Your Immune System
…a strong system. A colorful, antioxidant-rich diet of fruits, vegetables, and grains fight free radicals (pro-inflammatory molecules that contribute to disease). Avoiding alcohol is also a smart move for your…
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 –…