Grains & Dairy – A Super Meal Pairing
Dairy and grains individually are excellent sources of nutrients and add important nutritional balance to any meal; but together they create the ultimate combo for both healthiness and taste. Milk, cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products contain essential daily vitamins and minerals including protein, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and many more. The top three […]
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
We are honoring Hispanic Heritage Month by recognizing the importance of grain-based foods throughout the Hispanic culture. Latin America is home to many grains, so it’s no surprise it’s one of the most consumed foods in the Latin American Heritage Diet. The types of grains most frequently found in traditional Hispanic cuisine are corn, […]
Affordability of Grain Foods for Family Meals Month
Inflation and rising gas prices have done a number on grocery prices, but one pantry staple that remains inexpensive – especially given the nutrition you reap from it – is the humble sandwich bread loaf. A quick check of local supermarket prices found that most sandwich bread loaves are less than a quarter per ounce […]
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, […]
The Ultimate Guide to Nutritious Sandwiches for Kids
Registered dietitian Elana Natker gives expert advice on making nutritious sandwiches for kids that are not only delicious but packed full of vitamins and nutrients to support your child’s learning. When it comes to packing a lunch that kids will actually eat, few things beat a good sandwich. They’re simple to make, endlessly customizable, and […]
GFF Celebrates Gluten-Free Grains for National Celiac Disease Awareness Day
September 13th has been designated National Celiac Disease Awareness Day In addition, the month of September is also Whole Grains Month. The two occasions can be combined to provide a healthy addition to the gluten free diet. Currently the only treatment for celiac disease is a strict gluten free diet. Gluten is the protein found in […]
Celebrate National Sandwich Month with the Perfect Fillings and Toppings
August is National Sandwich Month and we’re sharing our favorite insights on how to revamp the ordinary lunch staple into a bite-worthy masterpiece. Choosing a bread Making great sandwiches starts with the foundation – whether it’s a crusty roll, whole wheat bread, a flavored flatbread, or any other bread base – the options are almost […]
Healthy Mac and Cheese Upgrades: How to Turn Comfort Food Into a Super Meal
Celebrate National Mac and Cheese Day the nutritious way with these healthy mac and cheese ideas! Let’s get one thing straight: mac and cheese is the undisputed champion of comfort food. Creamy, cheesy and soul-soothing — it’s basically an edible hug. And while it doesn’t need improving, it can be elevated. This National Mac and […]
National Picnic Month
July is National Picnic Month, and we are so excited to celebrate dining al fresco all month long. Check out our menu for a nutritious, balanced and family-friendly picnic. Before we get into the meat of the picnic menu, we can’t skip over the always important appetizer! Cheesy Taco Cripix Mix is easy to grab […]