A Nutritious Dish

The ABC’s of Vitamins: Pyridoxine for a Healthy Heart & Mouth

Pyridoxine, also known as vitamin B6, is a water-soluble vitamin that helps keep nerve tissue healthy and functioning well. It also plays a role in keeping skin and red blood cells healthy, and assists in the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates…

Good Food for You

Eat Right: The Eating O’ The Green!

This St. Patrick’s Day, get your green on with some of the best plants for the table! You might not find a four-leaf-clover, but you’re still in luck – these greens have nutrition worthy of a pot of gold! Leafy greens top the charts…

ABC's of Vitamins

The ABC’s of Vitamins: Niacin for Energy and a Healthy Tongue

Niacin, or vitamin B3, is a water-soluble vitamin that helps cells use oxygen and helps release energy from the food you eat, similar to the role of other B vitamins. Niacin helps maintain healthy skin and keeps your tongue healthy. It also…

ABC's of Vitamins

The ABC’s of Vitamins: Riboflavin for Healthy Skin and Eyes

Riboflavin, or vitamin B2, is a water-soluble vitamin that helps cells use oxygen and helps release energy from the foods you eat. Riboflavin is important for healthy eyes and vision, and it helps keep the skin around your mouth…

ABC's of Vitamins

The ABC’s of Vitamins: Thiamin for Nerves and Digestion

Thiamin, or vitamin B1, is a water-soluble vitamin important for healthy nerves, appetite and proper digestion. Thiamin helps you utilize energy from the foods you eat. Thiamin is found in the bran and germ of whole grains. Polishing,…

ABC's of Vitamins

The ABC’s of Vitamins: Vitamin A and Beta Carotene

Vitamin A is important for good eyesight, healthy skin and and a strong immune system. Vitamin A also plays a role in growth and healthy reproduction. Because vitamin A comes in two forms, the term is sometimes used interchangeably with…

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Eat Right: Go Fish for Good Health!

Fishing for healthy meal ideas? The answer might be just that. . . fish! When it comes to healthy eating, we know all about getting our fruits and vegetables, but the idea of routinely eating fish can slip through the nets. Don’t…

Minerals 101

Eat Right: The Sodium Attack – Do You Really Need to Limit Salt?

I was reading some articles yesterday that came through on my Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics daily email and was very happy to see this article by Caroline Scott-Thomas questioning population-wide salt reduction. I have been questioning…

Good Food for You, Recipes

Meals in Minutes: Apple-Stuffed Acorn Squash (Foot Steps to Health*)

Halloween is over and Jack Frost will be here soon. But, before the air turns to ice this winter, take time to enjoy the taste of fall in Southeastern Minnesota with this easy microwavable recipe. This recipe is sure to warm your tummy with…

Good Food for You, Recipes

Cocadas…A Brazilian Coconut Treat!

I wanted to make my new Brazilian son (aka exchange student) feel at home here in the US, so I decided to look for a recipe for something native to his home country. I was quickly drawn to a coconut dessert recipe on the internet called…

Good Food for You, Recipes

Greek Roasted Chicken…So Easy Yet so Elegant!

1 whole roasting chicken (about 6 lbs.) 4 to 6 baking potatoes, peeled & quartered salt & pepper, to taste 2 tsp. dried oregano 1 1/2 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup butter, melted 3 Tbs. lemon juice Preheat oven to 350º.…

Good Food for You, Minerals 101

Eating Fruits and Veggies is as Important as Lowering Sodium for Blood Pressure

In celebration of Fruit & Veggies - More Matters month, I would like to bring your attention to the role fruits & veggies take in the battle against high blood pressure. When it comes to lowering blood pressure, rightfully, most people…

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The ABC’s of Vitamins: Pyridoxine for a Healthy Heart & Mouth

Eat Right: The Eating O’ The Green!

The ABC’s of Vitamins: Niacin for Energy and a Healthy Tongue

The ABC’s of Vitamins: Riboflavin for Healthy Skin and Eyes

The ABC’s of Vitamins: Thiamin for Nerves and Digestion

The ABC’s of Vitamins: Vitamin A and Beta Carotene

Eat Right: Go Fish for Good Health!

Eat Right: The Sodium Attack – Do You Really Need to Limit Salt?

Meals in Minutes: Apple-Stuffed Acorn Squash (Foot Steps to Health*)

Cocadas…A Brazilian Coconut Treat!

Greek Roasted Chicken…So Easy Yet so Elegant!

Eating Fruits and Veggies is as Important as Lowering Sodium for Blood Pressure

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