The farmer’s market season is winding down but there is still time to enjoy the end-of-the-season veggies in a new way. All you need is an oven, a baking sheet, olive oil and seasonings.
Roasting Adds a New Twist to Vegetables
The Glycemic Index: A Tool For Diabetes Meal Planning
The glycemic index, or GI, is a useful tool for people with diabetes to manage their diet for better blood sugar control. The glycemic index measures how much a food containing carbohydrates may increase blood sugar levels.
Diabetes Alert Day: Know Your Risk
Sixty seconds can make a difference in your health. The Diabetes Risk Test takes only 60 seconds and can reveal your risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes, the most common form of diabetes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 10% of adults in the U.S. have Type 2 diabetes and 33% …
Say “I Love You” in a heart-healthy way
Heart-shaped boxes of chocolates, candies, and other sweet treats are some of the more popular ways we show our love for those special ones on Valentine’s Day. This year, consider the heart when celebrating this holiday. Photo by Gabby K on Pexels.com Preparing foods at home gives you the option to make healthy substitutions and …
Thanksgiving Dinner Countdown
The holidays may look different this year with fewer guests, but hosting holiday dinners can still be stressful. To simplify things and reduce your stress, here is a countdown to help stay on track for hosting Thanksgiving dinner. 8 days before: Plan your menu Be sure to take into consideration the oven space and use of …
Celebrate National Chili Month
October is National Chili Month, so it’s time to cook up a big pot of this hearty and nutritious stew. Using a slow cooker makes this all-time favorite meal quick and easy, but be sure to cook your meat before adding it to the slow cooker! There are many variations for chili recipes, but the …
Pumpkin Flavors are Here Again!
Fall is my favorite time of year when the air is cooler, the leaves turn different colors and the pumpkin spice buzz is in full swing. Pumpkin spice foods are everywhere including coffee, tea, cocoa, hard seltzer, alcohol, cereal, waffles, ice cream, yogurt, milk, coffee creamers, cookies, nuts, marshmallows, protein drinks, and more. A new …
Tips for a Safe and Healthy July Fourth Celebration
Whether it is in your own backyard or at local parks and recreation centers, here are some important tips for healthy eating and food safety to keep in mind during your Fourth of July celebration.
Happy Healthy Halloween!
Halloween should be fun for the children but there are things you can do to make it healthier for them.
Too many zucchini? How to use your surplus
It is that time of year when zucchinis seem to multiply overnight in the garden. What can you do with all this zucchini? Fortunately, this vegetable’s mild flavor is like a blank canvas and takes on the flavors of what you prepare with it. You can sneak nutrition into a variety of products with this …
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