Guest post by Charna Sheinfeld, Nutrition Intern They are one of the seemingly contradictory foods because they high in fat but extremely good for our health. What am I referring to? Almonds of course! Now that I am a nursing mother, I not only think about my own health, but I also need to…
Go Nuts for Peanuts
The crowd is roaring with excitement. Everyone around you is munching on foot long hot dogs and drinking out of large cups filled with iced cola. You hear the sound of the batter’s swing hitting the ball out of the park—home run, the crowd roars again. You spot the vendor coming by just as your…
5 Tips for Smart Snacking
Since 1989, February has been considered National Snack Food Month as declared by the Snack Food Association and the National Potato Promotion Board. While this was initiated as a promotional tool to increase consumer consumption of snack foods during a month with low sales, it is no doubt that 26 years later, snacking is popular…
Going Nuts for Almonds
Nuts come in all shapes and sizes and offer you protein, healthy fats and fiber. Although some might be more favorable than others, a recent study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition has discovered that almonds stand out among all the rest in terms of weight management. The study found that participants eating…
Health Benefits of “Fro-Yo”!
If you look around your town, I bet you have noticed a growing trend of frozen yogurt shops opening left and right. These places sing the health benefits of the icy treat, while enticing you with toppings galore. Today, during National Frozen Yogurt Week, we celebrate the good things about frozen yogurt, and help you…
Pecans Pack a Nutritional Punch
November is National Georgia Pecan Month! Georgia is the primary pecan manufacturing state and September marked the peak harvest for this buttery, crunchy nut. High production rates will continue throughout this month, making pecans easily accessible all year-round. This delicious tree nut is rich in essential health boosting nutrients. Pecans are a delicious portable and…
DASH Eating Plan
The meal pattern below is rich in low fat dairy foods, whole grains, fruits and vegetables and follows the DASH Meal Planning guidelines. For many people, following the DASH eating style can be an easy way to prevent or manage their high blood pressure. FOOD GROUP DAILY SERVINGS 1 SERVING EQUALS Milk and Dairy 2-3…
