May 1, 2020
Many “experts” and influencers on social media are encouraging people to clean fresh produce by soaking in a diluted bleach solution. REPEAT AFTER ME… NEVER soak foods in bleach or other chemicals. It can be absorbed into the produce and then consumed, which is dangerous and toxic. Instead, you can rinse under cool, running water and use a vegetable brush to scrub surfaces. But, don’t forget to clean that brush afterwards!
April 30, 2020
Have you heard the phrase “food as medicine”? It refers to the body needing certain nutrients to function optimally. Getting the right nutrients in our foods and beverages can help to keep us healthier. Which ones are important for immunity? Here are a few… zinc; Vitamins A, C and E; and Protein. Check out why they’re important and what foods have them in our Spotlight on Nutrition page.
April 29, 2020
Simple first step – Get your handwashing on! Wash hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds. It is essential to killing the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The virus has been described as a protein protected by a layer of fat. Soap breaks down the fat to help destroy the protein and wash it away. Use of hand sanitizer with a minimum of 60% alcohol (in lieu of having soap and water available) is another important way to stop the spread of coronavirus. These sanitizers inactivate the virus to eliminate its effects and the spread. If you haven’t washed or used hand sanitizer your face needs to be HANDS OFF! Avoid touching your face (eyes, nose, and mouth) so that you don’t introduce contamination by the virus. Those are primary places where the virus can be transmitted and cause infection. Check out CDC.gov for more information on things you can do to stop the spread of the virus. Washing hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is essential, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after coughing, sneezing, or blowing one’s nose. (Source: FDA)
Dietitians Dish – March 30, 2020
When you’re getting dinner on the table quickly, breakfast recipes are a great option. Whether you like breakfast for dinner or want something more traditional, including nutrient-rich eggs in your meal may help your health. Their valuable nutrients play a role in managing weight, building muscle strength, a healthy pregnancy, brain function, and good vision/eye health.
• PROTEIN PACKED – A large egg has 6g protein.
• NUTRIENT DENSE – Contains good (10% DV) or excellent (20% DV) amounts of essential nutrients
• PORTION CONTROLLED – Each nutrient-rich large egg has just 70 calories.
GOOD NEWS! Research analyzing data from 28 other studies found moderate egg consumption was not linked to higher risk of heart disease. Saturated fats cause the cardiovascular problems, not cholesterol in foods. So, take heart in knowing eggs are safer than previously believed.
Dietitians Dish – March 23, 2020
Frozen foods can offer a nutritious starting point to getting simple dinners on the table in 30 minutes or less. These days, fast food restaurants and delivery services take more time than that! Plus, restaurant foods are loaded with fat, calories, sodium and other artificial preservatives that can harm our health.
The frozen industry has made many changes over the years to improve the quality of foods available. Additives with negative effects on health have been reduced or eliminated. Instead, flash freezing locks in nutrients and reduces the need for preservatives. Frozen ingredients help cut down the prep time to get a meal on the table quickly. They’re perfectly portioned to help eliminate food waste at home.
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