In recent years, there’s been a lot of publicity around the way Americans relate to food. Healthcare professionals, politicians, and media outlets have raised the alarm about an obesity epidemic. Former First Lady Michelle Obama famously sought to improve the...
After someone has been diagnosed with diabetes, their lives drastically change around one question: “What can I eat now?” The answer to that question is not the same for everyone with diabetes. For many, the answer lies in understanding the importance of...
When many people think of Vitamin D, images of sunlight are conjured. However, the shorter and colder days associated with the winter months might render obtaining this essential nutrient difficult. Fortunately, Vitamin D is accessible during the wintertime provided...
The importance of taking a prenatal vitamin during pregnancy is well-known, but one of the most crucial components of that vitamin is known as folic acid. Folic acid is a human-made vitamin that helps with the development of a baby’s brain and spinal cord. Since...
One great way people can make their food more fun is to eat seasonal foods. Seasonal picks are not only fresh and nutrient-rich. They’re also a way of getting involved with local agriculture. This autumn, pumpkin patches are springing up. There’s apple...
Kids can be notoriously picky eaters and just because you’ve packed them a nutritious lunch, doesn’t mean they’ll eat it. There are all kinds of blog posts about making fun lunches that kids will actually eat. If your child is a picky eater, you’ve probably perused...
