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Why Processed Food Isn’t All BadI'm not one of those dietitians who hates all processed foods. You won't find me proclaiming the evils of food processing in aisles of the health food store or at the farmers market. Nevertheless, I am interested…Kitty Broihier · 4 min read
My 5 Favorite Ways to Enjoy SesameI'm crazy about sesame, the mighty little seeds that pack a powerful flavor punch. Toasting the seeds brings out their nuttiness and adds oomph when sprinkled on rice bowls, sushi and avocado toast. Not only that,…Cara Rosenbloom · 2 min read
Greek Easter Lamb … Enjoy It in ModerationEvery family has its holiday food traditions. In mine, we celebrate Easter with Grandma Kay's traditional Greek lamb recipe.Jessica Cording · 3 min read
Get Your Nutrition Advice from a Credentialed ExpertFirst the good news: Just about everyone is interested in food and nutrition these days. While it's really great that what we eat is such a popular topic, it's also crucial that we get nutrition education from a…Sammi Haber · 3 min read
It’s Time for Restaurants to Heed the Dietary GuidelinesThe first Dietary Guidelines for Americans came out in 1980. As an RDN, I understand the significant changes that have occurred since then regarding the way we view the intersection of health, disease and nutrition.Zachari Breeding · 2 min read
Nothing Says Warmth Like Sweet Potato GnocchiNothing says comfort and warmth like gnocchi. It's more time consuming to make them fresh instead of buying a packaged variety, but the ingredients are few and simple, the preparation is not difficult, and the…Cara Anselmo · 2 min read
Is Dietary Sodium Really Harmful? A Complex Debate Heats UpWhile lowering sodium is indisputably beneficial for those who already have hypertension, increasingly conservative sodium recommendations for the general public is hotly contested : and concern that too little…Taylor Wolfram · 4 min read
Food-as-Protection and the Fight Against HypertensionWhen it comes to controlling blood pressure, dietary recommendations tend to focus on what not to eat. However, also emphasizing which foods to eat more of offers a positive and encouraging approach for patients and…Karen Collins · 4 min read
Fresh Peas Mean Spring’s Delicious ArrivalAn early cool-weather crop, bright green, plump pea pods in grocery stores and farmers markets herald the arrival of spring. The sweet flavor of fresh peas is a welcome shift from heartier vegetables of winter, and…Kitty Broihier · 4 min read
Make Low-Salt Cooking Taste Amazing with an Umami BoostAdding a dash of herbs, a sprinkle of spice and squirt of citrus juice may be great ways to use less salt in the kitchen, but not everyone finds the results of these sodium-lowering strategies appetizing.Michele Redmond · 4 min read
What Is Dulse and How Do You Use It?Dulse is a seaweed or sea vegetable with a salty flavor that appeals to chefs and home cooks alike. Often consumed as a snack, its deep burgundy leaves can be fried in oil to make a crispy bacon-like substitute or…Kristine Duncan · 1 min read
Who Is Affected by Hyponatremia?Hyponatremia is a potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when there is too little sodium in the blood. Early signs may include fatigue, headaches, confusion and nausea. If not quickly resolved,…Monica Reinagel · 2 min read
Do You Dukkah? You’ve Got to Try the Egyptian Spice MixThe savory spice-and-nut mix dukkah has Egyptian roots and worldly applications. Traditionally made with nuts, coriander, cumin seeds, salt and sesame seeds, dukkah can also include other seeds such as fennel and…Michele Redmond · 2 min read
Another Great Reason to Practice Kindness"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted." : AesopAnne Cundiff · 2 min read
Zucchini Pad Thai That’s Ready in MinutesThis recipe took me less than 5 minutes to prepare, and the result was a dish that's simple, light and flavorful.Wendy Lopez · 1 min read
How the Information Revolution Will Drive the Future of Public HealthFor over 40 years, WIC : the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children : has served as a premier public health program in the United States. And with WIC, informatics is everywhere:…Kathleen Pellechia · 2 min read
5 Tips for a Guilt-Free New Year’s Eve PartyWe're halfway through the holidays : also known as "diet sabotage season." Between office potlucks, group holiday parties and multiple-course dinners, it can be difficult to stick to your healthy intentions and…Sammi Haber · 2 min read
Smoked Brussels Sprouts with Maple-Cashew CreamWe've all had roasted Brussels sprouts before (I could eat them every day), but adding a touch of smoked sea salt brings out their incredible earthy taste. Trust when I say a little bit of this smoked salt goes a…Alanna Waldron · 1 min read
Hazelnuts are the Overlooked Tree NutWhile other continents have cultivated hazelnuts for centuries, North America has a relatively young relationship with them. In the mid-1800s, an English settler planted the first hazelnut tree in the Pacific…Sara Haas · 3 min read
Olives are Mediterranean MarvelsUnlike many fruits , olives have a bitter taste and are rarely eaten raw. Often, they must be cured in order to be palatable. Oleuropein, which gives olives their bitterness, is drawn out during the curing process.…Kerry Neville · 4 min read
If You Haven’t Tried Savory Oatmeal, You’re in a for a TreatIf you've only ever flavored your oatmeal with sweet accompaniments such as cinnamon, brown sugar and fruit, you're missing out! It's time to try the delicious change of pace of savory oatmeal. Not only is it a great…Jessica Cording · 2 min read
An African Experiment in Urban FarmingWhat do you do if you have a passion for agriculture and a degree in horticulture, but have no land of your own and live in a country in which the majority of people your age are underemployed?Cordialis Msora-Kasago · 3 min read
Layered Zucchini LasagnaReplacing the noodles with zucchini makes this meal a great match for those with gluten restrictions or who want to watch their carb intake. Besides being mouthwatering, this lasagna makes for the perfect packed…Wendy Lopez · 1 min read
Trimmed-down Sweet Noodle KugelThis is one of my favorite foods from childhood. We'd eat sweet noodle kugel only a couple times a year on one Jewish holiday or another, but the sweet, creamy dish made with pasta is a dish I always looked forward…Jill Weisenberger · 2 min read