Stories
Nutrition
What is in your food, in plain words.
Spicy Beans and GrainsSalsa, rice and beans, oh my! Look no further for a deliciously filling vegetarian meal that the whole family will love.Alexandra Caspero · 2 min read
A Fruitful Approach to HealthAs a nation, we don’t eat enough fruit. Given our desire for sweet flavors and convenient, ready-to-eat food, you might assume we eat too much fruit, but fewer than one-third of U.S. adults consume at least two cups…Jason Mousel · 3 min read
Challenging Food Insecurity Assumptions Can Help Address America’s Growing Hunger EpidemicHunger is silently sweeping the United States, and few of us feel it. Yet 42 million people, including 13.1 million children , struggle to find their next meal.Clancy Cash Harrison · 2 min read
Chicken and Brown Rice Sloppy JoesA sweet and tangy dinner that comes together in no time.Emily Cooper · 1 min read
Southwest Breakfast BurritoA quick and easy breakfast that is full of fiber, protein and flavor to help keep you going all morning long.Emily Cooper · 1 min read
Super Veggie Chicken and Wild Rice CasserolePack in vegetables and whole grains for a healthy and easy dinner that’s family-friendly, too.Emily Cooper · 1 min read
Turkey and Spinach Rice BowlsThis delicious and well-balanced meal makes eating healthy for lunch or dinner quick, easy and flavorful.Emily Cooper · 1 min read
Spiced Apple Almond ClusterThis yummy snack mixes apple chips with chopped almonds, puffed brown rice and warm fall spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. It’s all wrapped up into one little bite with a sweet coating of almond butter and agave,…Natalie Rizzo · 1 min read
Healthy Fast Foods: Tips and StrategiesDo you feel like you’re constantly busy or chained to a desk with little to no down time? Life seems to have turned into a constant go-go-go, from the moment the alarm shrieks until it’s time to go to sleep. If this…Abbie Gellman · 1 min read
Color AdditivesColor additives have long been part of our food supply to add visual appeal, especially to children. Conversely, with today’s desire for less adulterated foods, some question the need for and safety of color additives.Kathleen Zelman · 4 min read
Farm Bill Goals Include Consumer Empowerment, Sound Science and MoreAs co-chairs of the Academy’s Farm Bill work group, we had the distinct pleasure of deliberating the impact and direction of an upcoming piece of legislation that directly affects many RDNs, including those working…Lauren Au · 3 min read
Meal Frequency Around the World: What Can We Learn from Other Cultures?Many cultures eat small, frequent meals while others stick to three larger meals per day. What are the health implications? Well, there is no global consensus on how many meals one should eat to stay healthy.Romina Barritta de Defranchi · 3 min read
Prep it and Set it: A Rotisserie for the Home CookProduct reviewed: Ronco 5250 Series EZ-Store™ RotisserieAnne Cundiff · 2 min read
Be Healthier at Work by Breaking These HabitsMany of us spend the majority of the work day sitting at a desk. Over time, it can be easy to slip into an increasingly sedentary and perhaps not-so-healthy daily routine. Here are some quick fixes and adjustments to…Joanna Li · 3 min read
A Versatile Waffle Maker That Does More Than WafflesProduct reviewed: LAGRANGE Tarti’ Gaufres waffle makerElizabeth Shaw · 2 min read
Caponata with Toasted AlmondsThis flavorful eggplant dish can be served as an appetizer with crusty bread or as a topping to your favorite protein. Toasted slivered almonds add an enhanced flavor that brings out the natural sweetness in the…Zachari Breeding · 1 min read
Crunchy Sweet GranolaI made the first version of this recipe while attending community college. We were presenting a few healthy snacks to a high school group, and the original version of this recipe called for one cup of sugar and one…Megan Rose · 2 min read
An Indoor Grill Without the SmokeProduct reviewed: Avance Collection Indoor Grill by PhillipsSara Haas · 3 min read
Virtual Breast-feeding Support: Helping Moms One Latch at a TimeSince 1992, August has been the month to celebrate breast-feeding in the United States and across the globe. Nutrition and health organizations use this time to participate in activities to celebrate the work of…Kathleen Pellechia · 1 min read
Almond-Crusted Tofu SticksA perfect make-ahead snack, almond-crusted tofu sticks are a savory treat with plenty of protein. Marinate extra-firm tofu in almond milk, crust with almond meal and seasoning, then bake.Ginger Hultin · 2 min read
Looking to Save Prep Time? Try this Two-Way MandolineProduct reviewed: Urban Trend’s Mistral Mini MandolineSarah Smith · 2 min read
Almond Flour Galette with Gorgonzola, Green Apple, Fennel and Sliced AlmondsPerfect for brunch, this savory, open-faced, gluten-free pie is baked with caramelized onion and fennel topped with gorgonzola cheese, fennel fronds, sliced green apple and toasted sliced almonds.Zachari Breeding · 2 min read
Barilla Ready Pasta with Shrimp & Green BeansThis fully cooked pasta can be either heated in the microwave for 60 seconds or in a skillet with two teaspoons of olive oil for 2 to 4 minutes, and then topped with your favorite sauce, vegetables and protein for a…Food & Nutrition Magazine · 1 min read
From the Vine: Treasure the Many Types of TomatoesUntil the 19th century, tomatoes were served on pottery that was made with lead. Acid from the tomatoes often leached lead from the dishes, resulting in the diner’s death. The tomato was blamed, which is why…Layne Lieberman · 3 min read