MyPlate National Strategic Partners Come Together to Launch New Resource to Help Americans Build a Better Sandwich

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 10, 2024 – As MyPlate National Strategic Partners, the Grain Foods Foundation, Hass Avocado Board, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Foundation and National Wheat Foundation are excited to introduce a new resource aimed at helping individuals build healthier and more nutritious sandwiches.  Every day, nearly half of all Americans […]

Reinventing Thanksgiving Leftovers

Every year, Thanksgiving leaves us with a delightful yet daunting challenge: an abundance of leftovers. So, why not elevate these remnants into something extraordinary? Registered dietitian, Charlotte Martin, shares how you can repurpose Thanksgiving leftovers into creative, delicious grain-based dishes, offering both a tasty solution and a step towards reducing food waste. The Importance of […]

Lunch Box Fatigue…Here Some Healthy Food Options to Shake it Up 

Children’s bodies are constantly in a state of growth. Even with small changes, such as growth spurts, kids need more nutrients and calories than what they burn to fuel that growth. That’s why getting the right nutrition is so important.   The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics encourages nutrient-dense grain foods, fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy, and […]

Refreshing Summertime Sandwich Recipes

As the end of summer is nearing, Americans are enjoying the remainder of their sunny days with family, friends, and fun – and most importantly food! With much of their time spent outside and on-the-go, sandwiches are the perfect meal to easily whip together and customize for any occasion. We’re sharing some of our favorite […]

National Sandwich Month: Building a Better Sandwich

Despite 42% of people saying bread is the most important ingredient in a sandwich1, many choose to opt out of using bread on sandwiches to cut carbs and calories. However, a 2017 study2 of children and adolescents showed that all grain foods, including breads, not only contribute less than 15 percent of all calories in […]