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 almost makes it seem as though we could never get enough. It … [Read more...] about April Newsletter

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 meal planner or just trying it out, here are some tips for success! Tip #1: Pick a period of time … [Read more...] about March Newsletter

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 easily by common … [Read more...] about February Newsletter

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 restaurants who carry complete … [Read more...] about January Newsletter

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 from food allergies or intolerances. The app tells you all you need to know about the ingredients of a product … [Read more...] about December Newsletter

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 food waste through sharing different storage methods … [Read more...] about November Newsletter

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 dietary … [Read more...] about October Newsletter

Acorn Squash: Did you know… Acorn Squash comes in a variety of colors from orange, dark green, yellow and tan. Acorn squash is a type of winter squash that was named from it’s acorn-like shape. How to select You want to select acorn squash that are dull and heavy for their size. Be careful not to select squash that have soft spots or visible cracks. Storing Acorn squash can be stored for up … [Read more...] about September Nutrition Newsletter