Getting the whole family to sit down to a family meal can seem like next to impossible with everyone’s busy schedule. Good thing this month is National Family Meal Month, a month that recognizes the importance of taking time away from your busy schedules to come together and eat a healthy family meal. With the…
Oh boy, do I love the month of August. Why do you ask? Because it’s National Coffee Month! Thomas Jefferson once said, “The coffee bean is to become the favorite beverage of the civilized world.” And he was right. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), coffee is the second most-traded commodity, globally, behind…
These pops are enjoyed by kids and adults alike. They are the “easier version” of frozen yogurt pops, but just as tasty, if not more! Prepare different kinds of healthy toppings that your kids might like, and let them enjoy customizing their own pops.
This is a really fun and easy way to allow children to be creative and design their own animals that they can eat. There are endless options of designs. You can copy mine, or just let your imagination run wild!
These skewers are a really easy and fun snack to eat on the go. Have the older kids help cut up the vegetables, and let all ages design their own skewers.
Kids Eat Right Month By Charna Sheinfeld, Nutrition Intern August is the month chosen by the academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to celebrate Kids Eat Right Month. How fitting is it, that as children are continuing to enjoy their summer break, as well as prepare for the upcoming school year, that we highlight the importance…
When you think of summertime, what fruit comes to mind? For me, it’s watermelon! Watermelon is a sweet, refreshing fruit made up of 92% water, making it perfect for summertime. Because watermelon coincides so well with summertime it makes sense that National Watermelon Day is this Wednesday, August 3rd! According to the National Watermelon…
The debate between using artificial sweeteners or sugar in coffee, tea, desserts, etc. has been going on for quite some time. Artificial sweeteners gained their popularity for being a low-calorie alternative to sugar, while still being just as sweet or sweeter. However, when they first gained popularity, little was known about any possible side effects…
Sometimes, all you need is a good hearty burger. Its juicy middle, paired with fresh toppings, cooked at exactly the right temperature, with nice soft and fluffy buns just has a way of making some people smile from ear to ear. If this is you, then you’re in luck because National Hamburger Day is coming…
National Salad Week is next week! Salad makes a great meal on a hot summer day. Any way you toss it, a salad is always a great option as a meal or even as a side dish. So to celebrate this foodie holiday I encourage you to whip up some fancy salad creations this week. …
July is National Baked Beans Month and for good reason. Baked beans are a favorite during the cold months but they’re also the perfect side dish for your summer barbecues. Baked beans are most commonly made with navy, pinto or kidney beans, and they come in a range of flavors. Many commercial brands now…
This Sunday, July 17th, is National Ice Cream Day! Not many people know this about me (although after reading this blog, thousands will) but I love ice cream. Ice cream can be a year-round favorite, but it is enjoyed the most during the warm summer months. With summer’s heat at its peak, this is the…
In recent years, pasta has gained a reputation of being unhealthy, fattening, and a little heavy on the carbs for weight loss. You likely consider pasta as “empty” carbs that provide no nutritional benefits. So why do Italians use pasta as a basis of their eating patterns? Now that got you thinking, huh?! Studies…
July is National Berry Month, so what better way to celebrate than learn all about the benefits of berries and different ways to incorporate them into your daily eating pattern? Berries, like blueberries, strawberries and raspberries contain a wide variety of antioxidants, which can help in preventing cancer. They are very nutrient dense without…
Eggplant’s Excellence By Charna Sheinfeld, Nutrition Intern There’s no mistaking those shiny purple oblong shaped veggies for anything else besides eggplant! Eggplant, or aubergine, as it is referred to by our friends “across the pond, is extremely in season during July through October. Because of its meaty texture, it is often used as a vegetarian…
Salting the eggplant and allow its juice to drain in a colander, removes the bitterness of the eggplant before roasting it, in addition to requiring much less oil for roasting. This is a great summer side dish that complements grilled chicken or fish beautifully. To make it a healthy Mediterranean inspired snack, eat it together with some whole pita.
You would never believe how healthy this recipe is. It gets rid of the traditional breading and frying method by salting and roasting the eggplant in the oven to get rid of excess moisture. This rich homemade tomato sauce is made in large skillet which is then used to cook the rollups, which means only one pan for cleanup!
With summer in full swing and July 4th upon us, it can only mean one thing – it’s time to grill! July is National Grilling Month and the warm summer nights make for an enjoyable night perfect for grilling. According to the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association, outdoor cooking remains more popular and easier…
When you think of July 4th, what comes to mind? Food, BBQ, alcohol and the beach, right? It only seems fitting, then, that finding delicious and healthy recipes tops your list of ways to make this Fourth of July your best ever; and since most plans on the Fourth involve time outdoors in the sun,…
“Zoodling” originated as the term for zucchini spirals made into noodles. Zoodling vegetables is a creative way to make meals look good, taste amazing, boost your servings per day of vegetables, and eliminate heavy gluten products in pasta-like dishes and other meals for those who need to be gluten-free (i.e. Celiac Disease). Usually, zoodling is…
