Nutrition panel calls for less sugar and eases cholesterol and fat restrictions
NYTimes.com, 2/19/15 The 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee released their report today which encourages Americans to focus on overall eating patterns such as the Mediterranean diet that includes proteins, whole grains, healthy fats and fruits and vegetables. Notable changes include a specified sugar intake recommendation, no more than 10% of the total calories as well […]
Sorry, Paleo Eaters: Your Diet Is Pretty Much Made Up
Takepart, 2/20/15 Today’s caveman menu doesn’t look anything like what humans were consuming at the time.
Food companies aim to reinvent diet foods to stay relevant
Fox News, 2/20/15 US consumers are shifting away from weight-management foods, forcing company to change ingredients and focus their marketing on different health benefits as sales slip.
Whole Grain Panzanella Bread Salad
Whole Grain Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Whole Grain Caprese Sandwich Bites
These colorful bites combine fresh ingredients and healthy whole grains for a well-rounded and convenient lunch on the go.
Warm Peach and Blueberry Fruit Crisp
For a simple dessert that only looks like it took all day, go with the tried-and-true combo of peaches and blueberries. Strapped for time? Substitute frozen fruit for fresh.
Veggie Sandwich
Skip meat without skipping out on flavor. Try a veggie sandwich that’s just as satisfying thanks to hummus, pesto and plenty of veggies on a hearty whole wheat bread
Updated Tuna Sandwich
Tell the other tuna sandwiches to stand aside; we’ve revamped the lunchtime standby to be more colorful, more nutritious, and tastier than ever.