Fact vs. Fiction
…Unlike liquid oils made from vegetables or seeds, coconut oil is solid due to its high saturated fat content. This may make it a good choice for certain recipes, for…
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The Facts Behind Current Diet Trends
…on product packaging guide what they buy. And ironically, only a small minority (1 in 10) meet the daily guidance for fruit and vegetable consumption. What nutrition experts want you…
A Prediabetes Primer
…sure) Fill half the plate with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., greens, peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber, carrots, asparagus, broccoli, and cauliflower) Fill ¼ of the plate with carbohydrate foods (such as whole…
Smart Eating Habits That Support Healthy Aging
…would never suggest that)! Instead, focus on eating nutritious, whole foods and incorporating a lot of variety into your diet. Choose different fruits and vegetables each week. Use vegetable proteins,…
Eating Orange
…mean orange food is out. Looking at fruits and vegetables alone, there’s a panoply of orange to be munched. During the month of October, Kitchen Smarts will be exploring in-depth…
Simple Ways to Care for Yourself This Summer
…research indicates may be related to eating more—and a greater variety of—fruits and vegetables. Of course, for many of us, eating outdoors is something we can’t often do because of…
3 Summer Eating Goals
…fruit in them. And don’t forget that you can combine fruits and vegetables into one salad. Sprinkle a few blueberries into your salad. Or toss cubed cantaloupe onto a base…
Simple Ways to Support Your Immune System
…(vitamins and minerals) that work together to maintain a strong system. A colorful, antioxidant-rich diet of fruits, vegetables, and grains fight free radicals (pro-inflammatory molecules that contribute to disease). Additionally,…