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An Espresso Maker for Those On the GoProduct Reviewed: Wacaco’s Minipresso GRGinger Hultin · 1 min read
Increasing Enjoyment of Modified Texture DietsEating is a multisensory experience. Texture, aroma and flavor : as well as what the food looks like on the plate : can all impact how something tastes and influence how much someone eats. Those on a modified-texture…Jessica Cording · 3 min read
SocialPro: How to Host a Twitter ChatLooking to expand your reach on Twitter? Twitter chats are a great way to bring awareness to a cause, build your network and interact with others in your community. Read on for tips on how to host a successful…Kristin Houts · 3 min read
SocialPro: Top 12 Tips for TwitterLauren Fox is the managing editor of Food & Nutrition Magazine and senior manager of creative media at the Healthy Nutrition Academy.Lauren Fox · 3 min read
A Speedy, Zero-electricity ChopperProduct Reviewed: T-fal Ingenio Hand-Powered Rapid Food ChopperVicki Shanta Retelny · 2 min read
Broccoli Bites with Cashew Alfredo Dipping SauceNutrient-dense fritters are a creative way to serve broccoli. Plus, they’re plant-based and taste bud-approved.Brieanna Casperson · 2 min read
Creamy Dutch Oven-baked Parmesan RisottoWow dinner party guests with this elegant vegetarian risotto topped with crispy broccolini, peppery arugula, toasted pine nuts and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.EA Stewart · 2 min read
Enliven Your Favorite Foods with Vivacious VinegarsIt’s time to celebrate the vibrancy different vinegars have to offer to tease and tickle our taste buds. A dash of vinegar is the trendy new salt and pepper.Anne Cundiff · 4 min read
Get Familiar with Food AdditivesFew ingredients cause as much confusion, or consternation, as food additives. For some, it might be the long chemical names found on labels, uncertainty of how the use of additives is regulated or skepticism in…Kathleen Zelman · 4 min read
Warm Arugula and Bulgur Salad with Black Radish and Pomegranate SeedsFresh arugula and black radish are tossed with warm bulgur, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy sliced almonds in this flavorful salad. A drizzle of sweet maple-balsamic dressing provides the finishing touch.Amari Thomsen · 2 min read
Stephanie Schultz: Helping Customers Make Better ChoicesFor Stephanie Schultz, MSM, RDN, CD, being a dietitian at Festival Foods in Wisconsin means being passionate about helping people make better choices. Customers seek her help for everything from general information…Food & Nutrition Magazine · 2 min read
Healthy Zucchini Latkes for HanukkahTraditional potato latkes are one of the most well-known and, unfortunately, least healthy parts of Hanukkah. While there’s always room to indulge in holiday food in moderation, this healthier spin on latkes offers…Sammi Haber · 1 min read
Miriam Frucht: Providing Support through Long-Term CareWhat drew Miriam Frucht to the dietetics profession was a love of providing nutrition education to people who genuinely want to improve their lives. After completing her internship, she was most interested in…Lauren Fox · 1 min read
Decoding Food Label Claims: The Lowdown on Package PromisesWhile browsing supermarket aisles, you may notice food packages bearing various claims. “Low-sodium” and “nonfat” are established terms, but relatively new phrases such as “not bioengineered,” “no antibiotics” and…Natalie Rizzo · 7 min read
Mallets and Pounders: Valuable Kitchen Tools for Meat, Poultry and MoreMeat mallets and pounders not only can tenderize healthier, less fatty yet tougher cuts of meat, but also are a great stress reliever. What’s more therapeutic after a long, busy day than pouring a glass of wine and…EA Stewart · 2 min read
Understanding the Glycemic IndexThe term “glycemic index” may sound complicated, but it’s simply a measure of the rise in blood sugar after eating a food that contains carbohydrates. Over the years, the glycemic index has had its share of fans and…Taylor Wolfram · 4 min read
Slow-Cooker Cranberry Roasted Turkey BreastHosting a big crowd this holiday season and want to serve extra food that doesn’t create a lot more work? Here’s your answer. Making this slow-cooker turkey breast is not only easy : it uses no oven space and ensures…Kitty Broihier · 1 min read
10% Happier: Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics (Version 3.5.11)Synopsis of the App 10% Happier delivers guided audio meditations designed to work with a variety of different lifestyles and levels of experience with meditation.Marisa Moore · 1 min read
Is Spirulina a Miracle Cure-all?Arguably the “superfood” of the moment, spirulina is associated with a number of health claims, from curing allergies and candida to detoxifying the body and aiding in weight loss. Does this blue-green algae deliver,…Taylor Wolfram · 1 min read
Supplementation to Lower Blood SugarDietary supplements taken for the purpose of decreasing blood sugar may be popular : after all, more than 9 percent of the American population (29.1 million people) is diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes : but research on…Ginger Hultin · 2 min read
How an Unsolicited Email Turned into a Valuable InternshipBack when I was a freshman at American University, just starting my undergraduate journey, I wanted to become more involved in the field of nutrition. Our dining services were changing, and there was a meeting being…Cassidy Pont · 2 min read
The Colorful Truth about AnthocyaninsThe plant kingdom boasts an arsenal of protective, naturally occurring chemical compounds that not only guard plants against foreign invaders and disease, but also benefit human health when eaten. One of the main…Vicki Shanta Retelny · 3 min read
Grinders: Kitchen Essentials for Fresh, Flavorful Grains, Spices and CoffeeVarieties of grinders have been in use for thousands of years, including the first mortar and pestle for grinding coffee beans in Ethiopia; gorgeous, intricately designed spice grinders originating from Turkey or…EA Stewart · 2 min read
Kabocha Wedge SaladHearty kabocha squash gets dressed up as a filling “wedge salad” with sweet and savory flavors of dried figs, wilted spinach and creamy goat cheese.Karman Meyer · 2 min read