Jul 20, 2022
If you routinely choose just one or two different types of lettuce, break out of the rut and experiment with something different for more flavor, texture differences, and a range of nutrition benefits! Arugula: It’s not really...
Oct 26, 2021
October is Vegetarian Awareness Month! We’d like to celebrate by offering this research-based fact sheet about plant protein and its place in the diet… What is Plant Protein? Plant protein is exactly what it sounds like — protein that comes from a...
Aug 4, 2021
Altering the course of pain through diet change Perhaps it’s time to change your oil? According to a study out of The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, a high-fat, Western diet can impact the risk of painful conditions in individuals already...
Jul 22, 2021
The next time you’re looking for a healthy and delicious beverage, reach for cherry juice. Like all types of fruit, cherries are low in calories and contain a variety of important nutrients including fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Cherries are good sources of the...
Jul 8, 2021
To understand anti-nutrients we first need to understand nutrients. Nutrients are substances in food that our bodies need to grow and thrive. Macronutrients are needed in larger amounts: protein, carbohydrate, and fat. Micronutrients including vitamins and minerals...
Jul 7, 2021
Each month we have a goal to make small, positive changes to develop new habits and a more healthful lifestyle. The July topic is about adding fish and seafood to your meals. Fish is a good source of protein and it isn’t high in saturated fats. There is no doubt...
