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Over the Moon about MezzalunasProduct Reviewed: JK Adams Herb Chopper and BowlCara Anselmo · 2 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
5 Simple, Smart and Satisfying Snack HacksSnacking is the latest and greatest food trend. Many individuals are foregoing the classic three meals a day and replacing it with six small meals or snacks a day. There are many reasons behind this shift, such as…Anne Cundiff · 3 min read
A Healthier “Death by Chocolate” CakeIt's called "Death by Chocolate" Cake , but it contains a hearty dose of fiber-filled whole grains and even manages to sneak in an entire serving of vegetables.Elizabeth Shaw · 2 min read
What the WHO Said: and Didn’t Say: about Meat and CancerWhen the World Health Organization recently issued a report saying processed meat is a carcinogen and red meat is a probable carcinogen, the world took notice. Diets rich in processed meat (such as hot dogs, ham,…Cara Anselmo · 2 min read
Why You Should Grind Your Own SpicesProduct Reviewed: Rösle Glass Spice MillElizabeth Shaw · 1 min read
9 Keys for Dietetics Students Trying to Land an InternshipThe journey to becoming a registered dietitian nutritionist is a years-in-the-making process that takes advanced preparation. One part you can't avoid : and which can make or break your future success : is getting…Valerie Agyeman · 3 min read
7 Tips for Reducing AGEs in Your FoodThe best strategies for limiting dietary AGEs are simple, cost-effective and consistent with dietary recommendations for good health.Food & Nutrition Magazine · 1 min read
African Peanut SoupMade with familiar ingredients you likely have on hand, this unique soup is irresistibly rich, creamy and ready in only 30 minutes.Cara Rosenbloom · 1 min read
Why Beets Deserve the SpotlightFor years, earthy-tasting beets languished on "most hated vegetables" lists, but things started to change when the now-ubiquitous beet and goat cheese salads spread quickly across menus around the country. With a lot…Kitty Broihier · 3 min read
A Global Mission for Nutrition EducationFrom emergency relief posts to missions organized by faith-based organizations, the dietetics community is no stranger to international volunteerism : and the expertise and skill sets of registered dietitian…Taylor Wolfram · 2 min read
Are Grilling and Baking Harmful Ways to Cook?There is little question that grilling and baking are healthful alternatives to frying, particularly in terms of reducing calories and fats.Jill Weisenberger · 4 min read
What Are the Health Benefits (or Not) of Bone Broth?Bone is composed of a matrix that includes collagen, protein and mineral deposits, including calcium and phosphate, and provides gelatin to foods. Bone marrow, a form of spongy tissue within some bones, contributes…Jill Kohn · 1 min read
Sweet Potato Soup with Cashew-Coconut CreamThis creamy soup balances sweet and savory notes of coconut and curry. The cashew-coconut cream adds a visual touch when it’s swirled into the bright orange soup.Cara Rosenbloom · 1 min read
Today’s Look at Yesterday’s DeliMove over, fried chicken strips , mayo-laden potato salad and overstuffed meat sandwiches. Today's supermarket deli food offerings are an improved trifecta of taste, variety and nutrition. Alongside traditional deli…Kerry Neville · 4 min read
Yummly (Version 1.15)Synopsis of the App Yummly is a digital recipe box that aims to make it easier for foodies to cook, eat and share the foods they love.Marisa Moore · 2 min read
3 Ways to Celebrate Food DayRecently, I was invited by the local elementary school where I teach nutrition classes to join their Food Day celebration.Anne Cundiff · 2 min read
Should You Be Using LOINC?The more I work with terminologies , the more I find that the question is not, "Should we use Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes, or LOINC ?" but, "How can we use them effectively?" If your electronic…John Snyder · 2 min read
Warm Up with Coconut CurryThis tasty dish makes for the perfect healthy comfort meal. Turmeric, which is one of the main ingredients in curry, is rich in curcumin, which has been shown to have anti-carcinogenic, anti-inflammatory and…Wendy Lopez · 1 min read
My 3-Step Plan to Cook Faster and SmarterWhen we're busy or overworked , it can be tempting to push a healthy meal right off the priority list. Fortunately, it doesn't take tons of time to put something delicious and nutritious together. But, it does take a…Jill Weisenberger · 3 min read
Smoked Paprika Sweet Potato ChiliHere in the Shaw kitchen , we are quite fond of smoky and spicy flavors. In fact, we have yet to meet a spicy food we don't like. Give us a jar of jalapeños, a bottle of hot sauce or, heaven forbid, some ghost chili…Elizabeth Shaw · 1 min read
Meet “The Feed” at FNCE 2015The start of October signals the true beginning of all things fall: pumpkin spice, turning leaves, football and FNCE ® .Sharon Solomon · 1 min read
Meeting the Standards with StandardizationAs director of the customer experience for a hospital system in New York City, informatics is key to my mission of improving satisfaction through training and implementing standardization.Sharon Solomon · 1 min read