Stories
What is in your food, in plain words.
Hunger 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.
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A sweet and tangy dinner that comes together in no time.
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A quick and easy breakfast that is full of fiber, protein and flavor to help keep you going all morning long.
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Pack in vegetables and whole grains for a healthy and easy dinner that’s family-friendly, too.
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This delicious and well-balanced meal makes eating healthy for lunch or dinner quick, easy and flavorful.
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This 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,…
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Do 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…
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Color 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.
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As 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…
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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.
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Product reviewed: Ronco 5250 Series EZ-Store™ Rotisserie
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Many 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…
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Product reviewed: LAGRANGE Tarti’ Gaufres waffle maker
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This 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…
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I 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…
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Product reviewed: Avance Collection Indoor Grill by Phillips
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Since 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…
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A 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.
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Product reviewed: Urban Trend’s Mistral Mini Mandoline
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Perfect 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.
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This 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…
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Until 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…
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Successful global giants in the grocery market, including the European companies ALDI and Lidl, continue to emerge in America, bringing with them lower prices, more jobs and stiff competition. While it may seem like…
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Processed foods that sit on supermarket shelves for a while would deteriorate if certain food additives were not included. Humectants and anticaking agents contribute to consumer expectations for quality and…
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