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Tips and Tricks for Choosing and Using an Indoor Grill PanAlthough grill pans are sometimes referred to as griddles, the difference is visible: A griddle has a flat surface, while a grill pan is covered with ridges. These ridges are raised about half a centimeter, which…EA Stewart · 2 min read
Understanding Weight NeutralityOne does not need to go far to find harrowing statistics about obesity.Taylor Wolfram · 5 min read
Watermelon: A Sweet Summer Fruit That’s Delicious and NutritiousRefreshing watermelon is the most-consumed melon in the United States, followed by cantaloupe and honeydew. Thought to have originated in the Kalahari Desert of Africa, watermelon’s official name is Citrullus lanatus…Jessica Cording · 4 min read
Peak, Braining Training (Version 3.15)Synopsis of the AppMarisa Moore · 2 min read
Polarr Photo Editor (Version 3.7.1)Synopsis of the AppMarisa Moore · 1 min read
Probiotic Guide US (Version 1.2)Synopsis of the AppMarisa Moore · 1 min read
Stone Soup Vlog: Longan Chia Seed PuddingIn this monthly vlogging series, Stone Soup blogger Celestina Brunetti demonstrates recipes using ingredients featured in the most recent issue of Food & Nutrition Magazine . For April, Celestina shares with us how…Celestina Brunetti · 1 min read
Make Weekend Brunches More Fun with CrepesProduct reviewed: Lagrange Creativ’ Crepe Makers with 3 Mould StencilsJessica Fishman Levinson · 2 min read
Food Safety Survey Points to Continued Need for EducationThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 48 million people get sick from foodborne diseases each year in the U.S. alone. That’s a staggering number, isn’t it? Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of…Mascha Davis · 2 min read
Make Your Own Sourdough StarterIn our household, National Sourdough Bread Day, on April 1, reminds us to be generous. My mom’s habit of giving a loaf of sourdough bread to new neighbors or someone needing comfort became a family tradition.Michele Redmond · 3 min read
Using Technology To Reduce Paper WasteAccording to the Environmental Protection Agency, the United States generated 68.6 million tons of paper and paperboard waste in 2014.Melanie Betz · 1 min read
Little Kitchen Helpers: 5 Tips for Cooking with KidsThe National Nutrition Month theme, “Put Your Best Fork Forward,” reminds us that each bite counts and invites us to cook more at home. Considering that home-cooked meals are usually healthier, teaching kids how to…Romina Barritta de Defranchi · 3 min read
The Right Foods at the Right Time: Circadian Rhythms and NutritionPart of National Nutrition Month’s theme of “Put Your Best Fork Forward” is not only choosing the right foods, but also at the right time. The circadian rhythm, or a person’s 24-hour cycle, is a relatively new piece…Zachari Breeding · 2 min read
Stone Soup Vlog: Jackfruit LarbIn this monthly vlogging series, Stone Soup blogger Celestina Brunetti demonstrates recipes using ingredients featured in the most recent issue of Food & Nutrition Magazine . ForCelestina Brunetti · 1 min read
Put your Best Fork Forward with Vegetarian Nutrition ChoicesMarch is National Nutrition Month, and it’s all about how to "Put Your Best Fork Forward.” Each bite counts and even making small shifts in food choices can add up over time, including the benefits of eating less…Ginger Hultin · 2 min read
Is It Time to Cut Back on Caffeine?Raise your hand if you currently or ever have struggled with caffeine dependence. This year’s National Nutrition Month theme is “Put Your Best Fork Forward,” and as many of us know from experience, it can be hard to…Jessica Cording · 5 min read
Digital Dining Etiquette for Healthier HabitsEating together, or commensality, is common : anyone, even animals, can do it : but convivial eating, or fully engaging with someone during a meal, is less common these days. National Nutrition Month is upon us, and…Michele Redmond · 3 min read
Taking Nutrition One Step (or Sip) at a TimeWhen I first started studying nutrition, I was far from the healthiest eater I knew. In fact, I suffered from a serious addiction to diet lemon-lime soda : as in, a 24-ounce bottle a day addiction. This habit was…Kate Egan · 2 min read
What Type of Diet is Best for People with a Previous Cancer Diagnosis?Dietary recommendations for people with a history of cancer are essentially the same as they are for anyone seeking to optimize their health and longevity : and offer similarly profound benefits in terms of risk…Monica Reinagel · 2 min read
Cinnamon-Pecan Baked AppleMade with pantry staples, this flavorful treat is packed with fiber and stuffed with crunchy pecans, sweet dates, cinnamon and vanilla.Ginger Hultin · 1 min read
Dark Chocolate Muesli Breakfast CupcakeTreat yourself to a decadent yet healthy breakfast cupcake with whole-grain muesli, chocolate chips, cinnamon and dates.EA Stewart · 1 min read
Embrace the Exotic With These Funky FruitsBeyond common apples and oranges, there’s a whole world of weird and wonderful fruits to explore. Exotic and unique-looking produce is mostly native to tropical and sub-tropical regions of places such as Southeast…Kerry Neville · 4 min read
Lab-Grown Meat: Exploring Potential Benefits and Challenges of Cellular AgricultureIs cultured meat the future of food or a science experiment gone wrong? Also known as in vitro meat, cellular agriculture, artificial meat or synthetic meat, cultured meat means growing muscle tissue from animal stem…Ginger Hultin · 5 min read
Mediterranean Polenta CupsCreamy polenta is mixed with pistachio-basil pesto and topped with slivers of juicy olives and red peppers.Vicki Shanta Retelny · 2 min read