Stories
What is in your food, in plain words.
Foodborne illnesses are a health concern everywhere. They are especially a concern when traveling abroad, though. When you are traveling to a different country, ask yourself: Are restaurants selling food that you can…
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I'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…
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I'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,…
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Every family has its holiday food traditions. In mine, we celebrate Easter with Grandma Kay's traditional Greek lamb recipe.
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First 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…
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The 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.
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Nothing 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…
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While 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…
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When 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…
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An 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…
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Adding 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.
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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…
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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,…
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The 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…
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"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted." : Aesop
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This recipe took me less than 5 minutes to prepare, and the result was a dish that's simple, light and flavorful.
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For 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:…
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We'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…
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We'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…
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While 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…
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Unlike 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.…
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If 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…
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What 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?
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Replacing 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…
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