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If you are living a busy life, have a family, and/or are always press for time, making home cooked meals everyday may be a challenging task. In those situations, going to the grocery store or even cooking a meal after a long day at work, can be very draining. Although meal planning is a great way to make sure you make your delicious and healthy meals at home, they may also require a lot of time for grocery shopping, preparing and cooking. But now there is a solution for that!
Asparagus is a nutrient packed spring vegetable that is showing up again on our grocery shelves. They are high in folic acid and are a good source of Vitamin A, B6, C, Thiamin (B1) potassium, and fiber!
If you’ve been following the recent nutrition trends, you might have seen an increase in gluten-free products and the promotion of their use. With the increasing number of published books, articles and many celebrities promoting a gluten-free lifestyle, you might be wondering whether gluten is bad for you.
The start of a new year is the perfect time to make changes in our lives. Many of us wait for this moment to start some sort of behavioral change as a New Year’s resolution. When deciding on a goal, one way to ensure that you’re going to be successful is to make them into S.M.A.R.T goals.
Do you love cooking? Are you running out of space for all your kitchen appliances? Are you tired of washing too many pots?
If you are looking for that one tool that can do it all (well, almost!), we have a solution for you.
Pomegranate is a beautiful and delicious fruit that has many uses and health benefits. Pomegranates are unusually used in baking, cooking, juice blends, garnishes, and smoothies. They are a good source of vitamins, especially vitamin A, C, and E, as well as folic acid and also contain antioxidant, antiviral, and antitumor properties.
It’s getting close to the holiday season, a time for heart-warming sweets and holiday parties. Shortly after this festive time comes New Year’s Resolutions of losing that holiday weight gain and eating healthier. Instead of feeling guilty, let’s talk about healthier recipes and how to mindfully indulge to enjoy yourself without missing out on pumpkin pie and other delicious treats.
You probably spend a lot of time buying quality ingredients and putting a lot of effort into preparing healthy and safe meals for your loved ones and yourselves. However, all these efforts can be wasted if you are using certain types of cookware.
If you’ve watched or heard about the new Netflix documentary”What the health” by Kip Andersen, you might be tempted to throw out all animal products you have in your fridge and adopt a vegan or vegetarian diet. But before embarking on an animal product free diet, here are a few points to consider.
It is summer time and beets are in abundance! Time to add some beautiful colors to our meals and try new recipes.
After an eight-year hiatus, the United States nutrition facts label is receiving a makeover! The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a set of new requirements for food manufacturers. The goal is to make it easier for customers to know what exactly is in their foods and to assist these customers in making healthier choices.
An average medium sized banana contains about 14 grams of sugar, which is about 53% of its total 105 calories.
It’s a new season, which means new produce and new recipes to try! This month’s post features the parsnip, a root vegetable that is related to the carrot. Parsnips look like a white version of carrots and can be enjoyed raw or cooked.
Nutrition trends often come from near and far, and some stay for years or only a few months. One nutrition trend, however, seems like it’s here to stay!
Summer is just around the corner and the majority of us are looking forward to warmer temperatures and more time outdoors. This also means an increase in fun food opportunities like barbeques and picnics with friends and family.
As we get ready to put our winter clothes away, and prepare for spring, its always exciting to learn about the seasons freshest produce. There are many delicious fruits and vegetables that are “spring friendly”, but one that is both tastes and looks good is beets.
One of the newest nutrition trends on the rise has been the conception of alternative pastas. This newest trend has become particularly popular due to the increased interest in low carb, paleo and gluten free diets causing many people to gravitate toward swapping out their big bowl of wheat pasta for a substitute that has a similar taste and flavor without the high carbohydrate load.
Written by Arielle Kestenbaum | Reviewed by Adiana Castro, RD, MS,CDN, RDN
Every Nutritionist is a Dietitian. This is False.
Although many dietitians will refer to themselves as nutritionist, not all who refer to themselves as nutritionists are dietitians. The main difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian is the level of education and medical nutrition therapy clinical exposure. Anyone that studies wellness and nutrition can call themselves a “nutritionist”, but to become a dietitian, one must obtain certain certifications and licensures, and therefore the role of a dietitian is more regulated than that of a nutritionist.
After earning a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, as well as having completed many nutrition science courses, a dietitian usually must first complete a dietetic internship or practice program rotating many different areas within the scope of practice of a dietitian. For example, interns are required to rotate within healthcare facilities, food service companies and community settings, where they can be monitored and supervised. After completing the internship, an intern is required to take the national examination before obtaining the Registered Dietitian (RD) credential.
Once registered as a dietitian, they are able to organize food and nutrition plans and promote healthy eating habits to prevent and treat illnesses. They can also work within schools to teach nutrition education, as well as conduct research on many public health issues. There are so many different roads for a dietitian to go that falls under their scope of practice, that would not necessarily be OK for a nutritionist.
The term “nutritionist” is much broader, as it is not as regulated in the United States. Nutritionists typically do not have any professional training, and therefore should not be involved in the diagnosis or treatment of any disease. They definitely can be present for any type of support, as well as promotion of healthy lifestyles, but they cannot partake in the medical nutrition therapy aspect of nutrition (the therapeutic approach to treating medical conditions and their symptoms through specific diets).
Registered Dietitians and nutritionists both want to help people eat better and be healthier, but the education and practical training dietitians receive make them the true experts. This is something to keep in mind whether wanting to enter the field of nutrition or seeking expert nutrition advice!
Main Article: "Put Your Best Fork Forward"
Written by Desireeh Chevere | Reviewed by Adiana Castro MS, RDN, CDN, CLT
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has created a campaign, called National Nutrition Month, for the month of March to advertise nutrition education and the importance of it. It is focused on helping people make informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. What’s great about the Academy is that they have professionals that can help guide the public on gradually shifting toward a healthy lifestyle instead of doing it all on your own. The Academy is able to help the public by promoting National Nutrition Month activities and messages throughout the month. They make sure to promote the most valuable and credible source of timely, scientifically-based food and nutrition information, so be sure to be on the lookout for that!
This year the theme is “Put Your Best Fork Forward,” which serves as a reminder that all of us have the necessary tool to make healthier food choices. This month is dedicated to helping people feel empowered to making small changes in their daily lives to help improve health now and also in the long run. A healthier lifestyle doesn’t always happen overnight, so that is why this month is for helping people making small changes over time. The Academy encourages people to balance food and beverages within an individual’s energy needs, rather than focusing on a specific type of food or meal. This month is important because it will help people realize that making healthier eating choices requires a long-term commitment, which will in turn lead to a healthier and more enjoyable life. Below you will get a taste of what the Academy is promoting:
1. Think Nutrient-Rich
Think nutrient-rich rather than “good” or “bad” foods. The majority of your food choices should be packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber and other nutrients. Making smart food choices can help you stay healthy, manage your weight and be physically active.
2. Focus on Variety
Eat a variety of foods from all the food groups to get the nutrients your body needs. Fruits and vegetables can be fresh, frozen or canned. Eat more dark green vegetables such as leafy greens and broccoli and orange vegetables including carrots and sweet potatoes. Vary your protein choices with more fish, beans, nuts and seeds. Try to choose whole-grains when eating cereals, breads, crackers, rice or pasta.
3. Cook More, Eat Out Less
Convenience food isn’t as convenient as we would like, they often cost us more! Try to switch out the frozen dinners and fast food for foods that are prepared at home. Go back to the basics and find simple, inexpensive and healthy recipes to make with your family.
4. Frozen Food
Don’t let all frozen food go, especially not frozen vegetables. At certain times of the year frozen vegetables will not only help save some money but it will also last longer than fresh. For instance, you can try cooking frozen broccoli with a side of rice or pasta and chicken.
5. Plan Ahead
Planning ahead can be quite beneficial, especially when you’re busy throughout the week and don’t have much time to do things. A helpful suggestion is to plan what you would like to eat for the week before going to the grocery store. You can plan by reviewing your favorite recipes and see what kind of ingredients you will need. Also, be sure to see what foods you already have and make a list of what you are missing. This list will help avoid buying any extra items.
References:
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
http://www.eatright.org/resource/food/resources/national-nutrition-month/national-nutrition-month
Written by Kelli Baker | Reviewed by Adiana Castro MS, RDN, CDN, CLT
During the month of March Clementines can give us a refreshing break from some of the more heavier dishes we were enjoying during the winter months. A citrus fruit somewhere between an orange and a tangerine, Clementines are juicy, sweet, and less acidic than an orange. They are typically easy to peel and divide into 7-14 segments. Clementines are high in vitamin C and folate and are not only are they great to throw in your bag for a quick snack but can also be incorporated into some lovely dishes such as the ones below.
Prep Time: 10 Min
Cook Time: 55 Mins.
Total Time: 1 hour
Serves 6-8
INGREDIENTS:
6 ½ tablespoons Arak (or Ouzo or Pernod)
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed clementine juice
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
3 tablespoons light brown sugar or honey
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
8 bone-in chicken pieces (a mix of thighs and drumsticks is nice)
4 clementines, unpeeled, sliced thin
A few sprigs of thyme
2-3 medium onions cut lengthwise then into quarters
2 ½ teaspoons fennel seeds, lightly crushed
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together arak, oil, clementine and lemon juices, mustard, brown sugar and salt. Season with pepper to taste.
2. Marinate chicken with mixture, clementine slices, thyme sprigs, onion pieces, and crushed fennel seeds in a large mixing bowl or zip lock back. Turn several times to coat. Marinate chicken for several hours or overnight.
3. Preheat oven to 475 degrees F. After 30 minutes, check on the chicken. If the skin is browning too quickly, turn the oven down to 400 degrees F and continue roasting until the skin is brown and crisp, 20-25 minutes longer.
4. Transfer chicken and Clementines and onion pieces with juices to a serving platter. Let rest 5-10 minutes before serving.
Recipe by: alexandracooks.com
Serves 6
INGREDIENTS:
12 clementines, peeled
2 large carrots, peeled
1 teaspoon red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1 handful fresh mint leaves, torn
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Once the clementines are peeled slice them horizontally, like the equator. You should be able to get about 5-6 slices from each clementine. Arrange them on a large platter, overlapping slightly.
2. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the carrots directly on top of the clementine slices. They will create loose curly cues on top.
3. Sprinkle chopped red onion over the salad.
4. Pick fresh mint leaves off their stems. When you have a good handful, give them a rough tear, arrange on top of the salad anywhere that needs color.
5. Drizzle with a healthy dose of olive oil, and coarse salt.
Recipe by: Food 52.com
Prep: 30 mins.
Total Time: 3 Hours 40 mins.
Servings: 4
Yield: Makes 12
INGREDIENTS:
12 clementines, plus 12 more for juicing
½ cup sugar
1 slice (½ inch) peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
DIRECTIONS:
1. Slice the top ½ inch off each clementine; reserve. Cut around flesh and scoop out into a sieve set over a bowl; reserve skins and be careful not to tear them. Press flesh to extract juice. Squeeze in juice from tops. (You’ll have about 1 cup.) Juice more clementines to yield 2 cups.
2. Moisten clementine skins with some juice or water. Roll skins in ¼ cup sugar to coat. Freeze until solid, about 2 hours.
3. Bring remaining ¼ cup sugar, ¼ cup water, and ginger to a boil in a saucepan, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat. Let stand for 30 minutes; discard ginger. Stir in 2 cups juice and the lemon juice; transfer to a nonreactive 8-inch square-baking dish. Freeze until solid, about 3 hours.
4. Scrape granite with a fork to fluff. Spoon granita into clementine “cups.” Freeze for 10 minutes before serving.
Recipe by: Marthastewart.com
