International Walk to School Month, celebrated on October 7th, gives children, parents, school teachers and communities an opportunity to be part of a global event to celebrate the many benefits of walking. Walkers from around the world walk to school together to create communities that are safe places to walk. Walk to School Day…
An Apple a Day May Really Keep the Doctor Away! By Charna Sheinfeld, Nutrition Intern Most of us take them for granted, but there is really nothing more satisfying than biting into the crispy sweetness of an apple. With the month of October upon us, what better way to celebrate the month of apples,…
The sweetness of the roasted apple is enhanced with mild sweetness of the butternut squash. When the olives are added, their saltiness balances out the sweeter flavors of the salad. This is a great salad to celebrate some of fall’s wonderful flavors.
This is a really easy recipe to assemble. The roasted apple adds a slight sweetness to the chicken along with the mild flavor of the leeks. Some people have a custom to eat leeks on the Jewish Holiday of Rosh Hashana, so a dish containing both apples and leeks is a perfect addition to the upcoming holiday.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and I encourage you to use this month to spread awareness and get your yearly check-up. It is important to take time out of your day to actively participate in learning ways to prevent, plan and detect the disease. Did you know that approximately 1 in 8…
World Heart Day is celebrated all around the nation on September 29th! World Heart Day, created by the World Heart Federation, is one of the biggest platforms to raise awareness of Cardiovascular Disease. Heart disease and stroke are the world’s leading causes of death. Every year about 17.3 million people die from heart disease and…
The idea of cooking a healthy dinner may intimidate you, but you shouldn’t let it! Cooking should be a fun and enjoyable experience so allow your creativity to shine. Luckily, Sunday is National Cooking Day and is a perfect day to celebrate home cooking and to experiment with new dishes. National Cooking Day’s purpose…
The air is getting crisp, leaves are changing and it seems like you smell cinnamon and pumpkin spice everywhere you go! You know what that means, fall is here! Get the most out of this season by planning fun activities for you and your family and putting a healthy twist on classic fall treats! …
With school in full swing across the country, the topic of teenage obesity resurfaces as kids are outside less and inside more in school and doing homework. According to the Centers for Disease and Prevention, around 20% of adolescents, age 12-19 years, are obese in the United States, which puts them at risk for a…
September is Fruits & Veggies- More Matters Month® and we are so excited. This month is perfect to help you focus on adding MORE fruits and veggies to your plates. Fruits & Veggies – More Matters® is a non-profit organization focusing on helping you eat more fruits and vegetables to better your health. Did…
September is National Cholesterol Education Month! It’s the perfect time to learn what cholesterol is and to get tips to help lower your cholesterol. Cholesterol is a fat-like substance that is needed in the body to make hormones, Vitamin D, and is found in every cell in the body. It maintains the integrity of…
Pom Power By Charna Sheinfeld, Nutrition Intern They are the small glistening, crimson, crunchy arils that make the pomegranate fruit so distinctive. This unique fruit is not only impressive in its looks, but in its nutritional profile as well. One serving of pomegranate seeds provides considerable amounts of vitamin C, which is necessary…
Overnight oats are a great make-ahead breakfast for those who don’t have time to prepare breakfast in the morning. They take just a few minutes to prepare the night before, require virtually no cleanup, and are a filling and nutritious breakfast. The added pomegranate seeds in this recipe make a great addition with enhanced flavor, crunch, and color, not to mention the extra powerful antioxidants!
The gorgeous bright orange, green and red colors of this dish remind me of the beginning of fall. This dish works great as an appetizer or as a side dish. Its combination of the mildly sweet, soft squash, slightly bitter spinach and crunchy sweet but tart pomegranate makes each bite a perfect mix of flavors and textures.
Fall is just around the corner and with a new season comes new veggies you can celebrate. Luckily, Wednesday is National Acorn Squash Day, and I’d like to use today to focus on this underrated vegetable. Do you know where the acorn squash got its name? That’s right, it’s named after the acorn! When…
September 2016 marks the 6th anniversary of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Did you know that obesity now affects 1 in 6 children and adolescents in the United States? That means more than 30 percent of our children are overweight or obese. However, the good news is that the numbers of childhood obesity have been…
Wednesday is National Trail Mix Day! If you’re like me and my team here at BRG Health, then you must love trail mix! Trail Mix isn’t actually the technical term for the delicious treat, the word ‘gorp’ is. Gorp is often used by hikers for trail mix which stands for ‘good old raisins and peanuts’;…
It’s that time of year again, back to 6 am wake ups, rushing to the bus, extracurricular activities, sports, and the dreaded homework. With all the hectic schedules, meals and snacks might be the last thing on your mind. However, proper nutrition can help your children succeed in and out of the classroom! Breakfast…
Today is National Eat a Peach Day and who doesn’t love a juicy, delicious peach? I happen to love them! They make the perfect on-the-go healthy snack that keeps you full in between meals. Did you know that there are many varieties of peaches? You may think of a peach with an orange interior…
Recently the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) revealed the new nutrition labels that will be on every packaged food item. The new changes are based on updated scientific information, recent dietary recommendations, and input from the public. Appearance Although the new label still has the black and white, 2 column look to it,…
