Family meals Menu Ideas
Welcome to family meals month! I always welcome September with much anticipation, because I am always eager to let the world know the importance of family meals. It is with much pleasure that I share with you a number of
Simple Steps to Keeping a Healthy Brain
Taking care of my elderly mom, who is thriving at 88 years old, reminds me that having a healthy brain is critical to aging gracefully. And although genes impact longevity and the manner in which we age, surprisingly enough, 80
For the Love of Beans
Did you know that people who eat beans regularly have a longer life expectancy than people who don’t eat beans regularly? In my last blog, I talked about longevity and the secrets of centenarians, which are attainable and economical. While
Looking for the fountain of youth? Discovering the secrets of staying young for a long life
I used to look at centenarians and believe they must have inherited great genes! But although good health starts with good genes, it only accounts for 20% of your health makeup. The rest 80% depends on good habits and your
Sorghum: Why you need to try this amazing grain Post SavingPreviewPublish93/100▲ Add title To say that I have fallen in love with sorghum is an understatement! This grain has it all – beauty, nutrition, and flavor. Keep reading to learn about
Holiday Vegetarian Meatloaf
This vegetarian meatloaf is absolutely delicious, moist and will make your plant-based family/guests very happy. Enjoy! ¼ cup butter 1 medium onion, chopped 1 (10 oz) bag vegetarian crumbled meat, frozen 1 cup stuffing mix (herbed seasoning) or seasoned bread
Mason Jar Breakfasts
Author: Tatiana Lehocky UIC Dietetic Intern Breakfast is significant since it is the first opportunity of the day to nourish and fuel your body with good quality nutrition. Starting your day with delicious and nutritious foods sets you up for
A Seasonal Guide to Produce
Author: Katie Nunemaker, Dietetic Intern and recipient of the 2020 Frederick Green Memorial Internship in Nutrition Communications Award September is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, therefore we want to help you be a savvy produce shopper. Purchasing food when
Simple Healthy Eating with The Plate Method
Author: Tatiana Lehocky, University of Illinois Dietetic Intern Are you confused about how to create a healthy, simple, yet delicious meal? The plate method is a guide to simple and healthy eating that you can use at any meal! There
Tempeh BLRTA: “Bacon” Lettuce Roasted Tomato Avocado Sandwich
Tempeh is cake like made from fermented soybeans and is a great plant based protein source! The fermentation process breaks down certain compounds that are bound to nutrients, making them easier to absorb, and increases the concentration of some vitamins
Decoding Food Labels
Whole foods provide an excellent source of nutrients but may not be practical for all situations. When choosing packaged foods, it’s important to understand how to read food labels and ingredient lists to ensure optimal nutrition. By: Ayesha Mohammad, University
Navigating Nutrition Information Online
AUTHOR: Ayesha Mohammad About the Author: Ayesha Mohammad is a dietetic student and intern currently earning her BS degree in nutrition science at the University of Chicago in Illinois. She has a passion for public health and is currently working