Don’t Let Your Meat be Lonely- Grill the Rainbow
Authors: Rachel Kwan, Katy Bowen, Andie Gonzalez, Kate Hilliard, Carol Ireton-Jones, Corina Myatt, Christina Saliba, Celina Paras.
Firing the grill this summer and want to get out of that...
Authors: Rachel Kwan, Katy Bowen, Andie Gonzalez, Kate Hilliard, Carol Ireton-Jones, Corina Myatt, Christina Saliba, Celina Paras.
Firing the grill this summer and want to get out of that...
By: Marleigh Brown, Nutrition Science Student, Texas Tech University
Revised by: Jennifer Leheska, PhD, RD, LD
Each week has 7, 24 hour-long days which eq...
By: Celina Paras MSc, RDN, LD.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Yields: 2 servings
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk or low-fat milk ¼ cup dry chia seeds ...
By: Alexandria Garcia, Graduate Dietetic Intern
If your child is a picky eater, you might vie...
Brianna Crane, Graduated Dietetic Intern
Reviewed by: Celina Paras MSc, RDN, LD.
In a world of TV celebrities and social media giving health and nutrition advice, how do we know if...
Brianna Crane, Graduate Dietetic Intern
Reviewed by: Celina Paras MSc, RDN, LD
Functional foods are foods that can give added health benefits along with being nutrient-rich. Toda...
By: Claudia I. Martinez
Revised by: Celina Paras MSc, RDN, LD.
College is a time where stress levels rise! A lack of sleep, time and proper nutrition can become an issue to energy ...
Written By: Sarah Ryan, MS, RDN, LD
Yield: 4 Serving
This crowd-pleasing whole grain salad pairs perfectly with your favorite protein for a complete meal.
INGR...
Written By: Sarah Ryan, MS, RDN, LD
Yield: 1 Serving
Eating 25-30 grams of protein at breakfast helps with weight maintenance, blood glucose control, and promotes lean muscle. Yet...
Lexi Endicott, Dietetic Student
Total Time: 10 minutes Yield: 2 cups
Ingredients 2 c. chickpeas ¼ c. tahini ¼ c. olive oil Zest and juice of 1 lemon Salt and pepper to taste
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Jodi Schaeffer, MPH, RD, LDN
When many people hear the work “snack” they automatically think candy bars and chips, but the truth is that nutrient-rich snacks are an essential...
Authors: Southeast Region Leadership Team
Foodies rejoice! You don’t have to pass up your...
Written By: Sarah Ryan, MS, RDN, LD
Yield: 1 Serving
Sometimes getting breakfast (or dinner) on the table in less than 15 minutes is a must. Here’s a sandwich that packs the nutri...
Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites Lexi Endicott, Dietetic Student
Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Yield: 15 servings Serving Size: 1 one-inch energy bite
Ingredien...
Jennifer Leheska, PhD, RD, LD
Are you among the 70.6% of Americans who will have their light on October 31st to greet all the little ghost and goblins anxious to see how much candy loot t...
Jodi Schaeffer, MPH, RDN, LDN When it comes to weight loss, there are lots of diets promising fast results. Most people try to reduce their calorie intake by focusing on food, but another way to...
By: Karen Geismar, Karen Beathard, Rachel Poland, Julia Jarrell, Tabitha Odom, Shelley Filipp, Carol Bradley
Now that summer has ended and we are back in school, what are th...
Hailey Morris Avocado has been a very popular fruit in the past. It provides about 20 essential nutrients and is a great source of fiber. Avocados contain folate, potassium, Vitamin E, B-Vitamin...
Caroline Engle, Dietetic Student
In recent years, organic products have risen dramatically in popularity. A Gallup poll from 2014 stated that 45% of Americans seek out organic food when s...
Southeast Region Leadership Team
Summer is ending and a new school year is on the horizon...
Sloane Souther, Meals On Wheels, Inc. of Tarrant County, Dietetic Student Intern Love summer, but hate the heat? These treats will keep you and your kids happy and healthy in this Texas heat! Wi...
Julia Jarrell, RDN, LD
August is Kids Eat Right Month, but how do you help your kids “eat right?” With all the conflicting information on social media, it can be complicated to sort throu...
Jennifer Leheska, Mindy Diller, Tiffany Quevedo, Jennifer Cash, Tina Maxwell, Tessa Henard, Lori Kiker
Are you looking forward to football season but not the extra padding that may come w...
Carol Bradley, PhD, RDN, LD, BCBA
When the weather is warm and it’s more fun to spend time out of doors, a salad can be quick, convenient, nutritious and delicious all at the same time! S...
Carol Bradley, PhD, RDN, LD, BCBA
Mushroom lovers rejoice! Mushrooms are low in calories, fat-free, and can be a satisfying substitute for higher-calorie ingredients. Mushrooms are unique...
Carol Bradley, PhD, RDN, LD, BCBA
During National Nutrition Month®, Put Your Best Fork Forward by creating an eating style that includes a variety of your favorite, healthful foods. Accor...
by Carol Bradley, PhD, RDN, LD, BCBA
The microwave ranks near the top of the list of cooking appliances that people can’t live without. Making good use of your microwave can save on energ...
by Carol Bradley, PhD, RDN, LD, BCBA These days, we tend to pack so much into each and every minute. Being so busy can affect our food choices and our waistlines, but we can be healthy at the sa...
by Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Most people don’t get enough fruits and vegetables in their day, which is bad because vitamins and minerals (provided in fruits and vegetables) run metabo...
Angela Lemond, RDN, CSP, LD
The holidays are such a great time to catch-up with extended family and friends. But too many parties, cocktails and mindless eating can cause weight gain tha...
By Lori S. Kiker MS, RDN, LD, CSO
Fiber is only found in plant foods such as fruits, vegetables, beans, and whole grains. The fibers of a plant form the supporting structure of its leaves...
Do you know which foods go in what food groups? Did you know there are food groups? Do you know how to read food labels? The last time you went to the doctor did they tell you to eat healthy? Wh...
How many meals each week does your family eat together? Research has shown that children who eat with their families tend to eat healthier, and when families eat together regularly, children of...
Karen Martin, MA,RDN,LD,FAND
Let them eat…dirt? Summer pics of my grandkids are rarely clean and posed but are action shots exploring the outdoors and particularly growing their o...
Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Back-to-school or back-to-work doesn’t have to mean back to boring, brown bag lunches. By using USDA’s MyPlate, you can create lots of different lunch option...
