Another Great Reason to Practice Kindness
"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted." : Aesop
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Roasted Whole Cauliflower Is a Golden Bundle of Joy
I can't express how stoked I am about this recipe! I love finding unique ways to cook vegetables, and Herb Roasted Whole Cauliflower is a winner on so many levels. All you need to do is spread an herb mix onto the…
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Zucchini Pad Thai That’s Ready in Minutes
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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Grilled Fennel, Olives and Edamame with Chipotle Pepper Vinaigrette
I love fennel! Its licorice-like aroma and beautiful yellowish-green insides make it the perfect accompaniment to roasted veggies and bean and rice dishes.
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Simple and Spicy Chickpea Soup
This soup is incredibly simple to make and, when paired with a green salad, it's a perfect lunch or light dinner. If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper!
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How the Information Revolution Will Drive the Future of Public Health
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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5 Tips for a Guilt-Free New Year’s Eve Party
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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Smoked Brussels Sprouts with Maple-Cashew Cream
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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Can Extremely Fat-Restricted or High-Fat Diets be Effective: and Safe: for Weight Loss?
For decades, dietary fat has been under the microscope as a nutrient that may heal or hinder health. Although the Institute of Medicine recommends an acceptable macronutrient distribution range, or AMDR, of 20…
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Hazelnuts are the Overlooked Tree Nut
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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The Lowdown on Essential Omega-3 Fatty Acids in the Diet
The subject of scientific studies around the world, omega-3 fatty acids’ role in heart health is one of the most researched topics in nutrition. While that connection has long been established, omega-3 fatty acids,…
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Mini Mediterranean Frittatas
Get a taste of the Mediterranean at breakfast with these mini frittatas! Make a batch over the weekend and reheat each morning for a quick and filling breakfast on the go.
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Olive-Chickpea Flatbread
Perfect for dipping and dunking into soup, this gluten-free and authentic Argentinean flatbread, also known as fainá , is evidence of the Italian influence on this South American country.
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Olives are Mediterranean Marvels
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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Phyll Dondis Ribakoff: Fighting Hunger in Boston
In the Boston area, Phyll Dondis Ribakoff, RD, LDN, is active in the fight against hunger and food insecurity. Working with dietetic interns at Sodexo, she teaches how to reach food-insecure families through…
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Raffaele DiMatteo: Treated Ebola in New York City
After a few years on the job, it takes a special case to surprise many health-care workers. For Raffaele DiMatteo, RDN, CDN, a clinical dietitian at New York’s Bellevue Hospital, that surprise came in 2014 when his…
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Salmon Burgers with Sriracha Mayo and Purple Cabbage Slaw
Fresh ginger, soy sauce, garlic and Sriracha sauce add an Asian-inspired flair to these surprisingly simple salmon burgers.
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Super-Seedy Granola Bars
These grab-and-go bars are packed with fiber, protein and healthy fats. Cover them with plastic wrap to store in the fridge or freezer for a quick, portable snack.
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Videolicious (Version 3.6.0)
Synopsis of the App The Videolicious platform helps businesses create high-quality, branded video content with a professional look and feel. With step-by-step instructions, this app guides users through the process…
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Ready for Kitchen Composting? Get Started with These Tips
Although it may be less about food waste prevention and more about food waste management, composting helps reduce methane gas by keeping food out of landfills. But what if you don't have space for an outdoor compost…
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If You Haven’t Tried Savory Oatmeal, You’re in a for a Treat
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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An African Experiment in Urban Farming
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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