Heart Health & Grains
Did you know that the World Health Organization states cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death globally? Did you also know a 2015 study found that eating a healthy diet containing whole grains can reduce the risk of heart disease by one-third? Whole grains aid in having, and keeping, a healthy heart due to […]
The Importance of Folic Acid
What is it? Folic acid is the synthetic (man-made) form of folate, a naturally occurring B vitamin. Why is it important? Folic acid is essential for a wide range of bodily functions, which is why it’s important to include in your daily diet. First and foremost, folic acid helps the body make healthy new red […]
Calorie Burning Methods
The new year has started and so have the resolutions. For many, losing weight or watching what they’re eating is a popular goal to strive for. Cutting calories is a straightforward process, but there are some hacks – and limitations – to look out for when wanting to burn extra calories. Methods One of the […]
Intermittent Fasting 101
What is intermittent fasting? Intermittent fasting is best defined as a way of eating that involves extended periods of not consuming foods when a person normally would. This could consist of alternating days of normal eating with days of fasting, where you only consume water and no calories. The fasting phase could also occur during a given day, […]
Safe Holiday Baking Tips
The holidays are cherished for time with family, fun festivities, and delectable dishes. Due to the rise in popularity of baking and cooking during the winter season, it can be easy to improperly prepare food, causing a big ‘bah humbug’ for those intended to enjoy a bite. Many don’t realize that flour is a raw […]
Reinventing Thanksgiving Leftovers
Well-known for its gathering of family and friends, Thanksgiving is most loved for its array of the holiday’s classic foods. While it’s great sharing a meal with those you love on Thanksgiving, many people look forward to the day after the festivities, as eating the leftovers is an anticipated tradition. It may get redundant to […]
Diabetes Awareness Month
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and we are highlighting the importance of grains in the diet and their relation, or lack thereof, to diabetes. Foods we eat can have an impact on our health, but despite the common assumptions that grain foods are associated with a higher risk of diabetes, a commentary written by Glenn […]
September is Whole Grains Month!
We are excited to celebrate Whole Grains Month, and to do so we are sharing an overview of some of our favorite features of this fiber-filled food! What are Whole Grains? Whole grains are found only in the kernel of the grain plant, and not the entire plant itself. The three parts of the […]
Healthy, Balanced Snacks for the School Year
Snacks make up a good part of any child’s diet, and consuming healthy snacks helps bridge hunger between meals, prevents overindulging on less healthy foods, and keeps their energy levels up. When it comes to quick and easy back to school snacks, choose those that have relatively low added sugar, low saturated fat, vitamins and minerals, […]
WHAT MAKES A GREAT SANDWICH FOR KIDS
Registered dietitian Elana Natker gives expert advice on making the best sandwiches that are not only delicious but packed full of vitamins and nutrients to support your child’s learning. —————————— According to HistoryTM, the sandwich we know and love today was created in 1762 by John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich. Legend has it he […]