Monday, May 1st, 2017 Meal Kits At the intersection of convenience and freshness, meal kits are springing up everywhere. Meal kits may vary in health, cost, and flavor, but one thing they all have in common is that it seems they’re here to stay. Here are some pros and cons to using meal kits: Pros […]

Protein: The Trendy Macronutrient For the past few years, it seems that the benefits of protein have been touted across the board. From snack foods to protein packed entrees, it seems that retailers and restaurants alike are seizing on the high-protein trend. While protein certainly is an important part of every diet, the constant hype […]

Benefits of Meal Planning Meal planning is a great way to set yourself up for success and make healthy eating easy and fun. Although not a new idea, meal planning has resurfaced as a hot topic on health blogs and recipe websites. The term “prep day” is now commonplace. So whether you are a seasoned […]

App of the month   Seafood Watch (Monterey Bay Aquarium)         This app helps consumer get the latest recommendations for seafood and sushi. Consumers can learn more about the seafood they eat and locate or share businesses that serve sustainable seafood. Benefits: Get free, up-to-date seafood recommendations Search for seafood quickly and […]

App of the month– Find me Gluten Free           The app lists restaurants ratings and reviews on how gluten-friendly the businesses in the area are. This helps people suffering from celiac disease and gluten intolerance find places with gluten-free menus and restaurants. This app is especially good for travelers looking for […]

App of the Month: FoodWiz This app can be used to scan and read product bar codes and find out which products meet your needs based on allergen restrictions, such as dairy, eggs, and gluten or shell fish. The FoodWiz app is a new way to take your anxiety out of shopping if you suffer […]

App of the Month: FoodKeeper “Are these left overs still good?” There’s an app for that             The FoodKeeper App was developed by the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) in partnership with Cornell University and the Food Marketing Institute. The App was developed as a means to reduce […]

App of the Month: Food Additives 2                   The food additives app provides information about additives in your food. This app provides information on potential side effects some food additives have and which ones are considered safe or unsafe. This app lists useful information on allergies and […]