Which foods contain more nutrients – raw or cooked? The answer isn’t as clear as you might expect. There are many different food preparation methods, with some involving heat to bake, steam, roast, or fry; we eat other foods raw, and some foods dried or sprouted. Each...
The reasons can vary from “I don’t have time to cook”, to “It’s too hard to cook for one person”, to “I don’t really know how to cook.” Whatever the reason, enter the frozen dinner. Peel off the plastic, pop it in the microwave and dinner is done....
There are so many milks on the market today! Each new variety comes covered in packaging that touts myriad health claims and nutrient boosts, but which milks actually provide decent nutrition? Take a look at the chart below to find the perfect milk for you… Now...
With the popularity of low carb diets, cauliflower has been in the spotlight as the “new rice”. But there’s lots more to love about cauliflower beyond its low carb count. Cauliflower is part of the cabbage family, right up there with broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and...
Lentil Quinoa Salad Bowl This robust salad features a variety of flavors and textures that add up to a crunchy and delicious meal. 1 cup dry lentils (cooked and drained, or 2 cups cooked)1 cup garbanzo beans (canned, drained)8 cups salad greens (pre-rinsed and ready...
Approximately one-third of the most common types of cancer in the U.S. would never occur if Americans ate more healthfully, moved more, and managed their weight better. If we add in not smoking and avoiding sun damage, then nearly half of all cancers in the US could...
Veggie burgers originated in England in 1982 as a plant-based ‘hamburger’ option for people who preferred a vegetarian eating style. That first product was sold as a dry mix; simply add water, form it into a patty, and cook. Gardenburger released the first...
Getting enough sleep is important for people of all ages to stay in good health. A third of US adults report that they usually get less than the recommended amount of sleep. Not getting enough sleep is linked with many chronic diseases and conditions—such as type 2...
Meatless Meatballs Using garbanzo flour makes a great meatless meatball. Garbanzo flour is high in fiber and when it is cooked in the tomato sauce it is terrific! No one will ever know! 1 Cup garbanzo bean flour1/2 Cup chopped onions1 jalapeno pepper...
Registration starts January 13, 2020. This year, we can be Healthier Together. At work, we can strive to be Healthier Together. Throughout this 6-week challenge, we will work together to get active, eat healthy, build relationships, learn new things, and contribute to...
