Holiday grocery carts come in all varieties. If you look into mine, though, you will see pretty much what's in the picture at the left. Here are 7 foods I adore at this time of the year and why I think they belong in your grocery cart, too. 7 Favorite Holiday Foods for Your Grocery Cart Fresh Pomegranates: These amazing fruits are only available in American grocery stores from November through January. They add a festive pop to your holiday salad or grain dish, or eat a generous handful on top of your plain yogurt along with crunchy granola. Really yum. Fresh Citrus: Tangerines, … [Read more...] about 7 Favorite Holiday Foods For Your Grocery Cart!
Celebrate National Whole Grains Month!
This guest blog is by Danielle Cushing. To celebrate National Whole Grain Month, let’s figure out whole grains, where to find them, and how to use them. What is a whole grain? In short, whole grains are more nutrient-rich than refined grains. Refined grains lose some of their minerals, B vitamins, and antioxidants during processing. Whole grains retain all of these and are also higher in fiber and high-quality protein. For more information about whole grains, check out the Whole Grains Council. Where in the grocery store will I find whole grains? 1. Many of your whole … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Whole Grains Month!
Diets Don’t Work – Healthier Eating Does!
Diet's Don't Work! I'm sure you've heard this line before. But, do you believe it? Most of my clients who struggle with body weight issues are wishing for a clear-cut, easier solution to losing weight. And, I sincerely wish this for them, too. 'Dieting' as in depriving yourself is typically a not-so-great way to go. Eating meager calories, blended concoctions that are bland and expensive or, worse yet, skipping meals rarely helps anyone achieve their weight goal. Here is an interesting article about why diets don't work, along with 2 solutions that can help the process along. Healthier … [Read more...] about Diets Don’t Work – Healthier Eating Does!
Shopping Cart Smarts!
Ways to Shop for More Nutrition & Less 'Fluff' 1. Never ever shop when you are hungry...because your choices will suffer. Here are 3 tips to help you over this hurdle. 2. Slow down and think about every choice. You'll be amazed how this improves the quality of what's in your cart. 3. Check items off your list as you think through how you will use them in your meal or snack. It's a great way to reduce food waste. 4. Count up your fruits and vegetables - fresh, canned, dried, frozen. Do you have one of each for all days of the week? 5. Watch for discounts. Then, ask yourself … [Read more...] about Shopping Cart Smarts!
Spring at the Store & 3 Easy Meals!
Spring is Coming! Spring cannot come too soon this year for most of us in the Eastern part of the US. There is much to look forward to: warmer weather; crocus and daffodil shoots poking up from the melting snow; birds singing and frolicking about; neighbors venturing out for a walk or run; and some fantastic, seasonal foods to take advantage of. What's Seasonal in the Spring? Spring at the store means some great quality and great buys on foods like asparagus, Florida berries, spinach, kale, leaf lettuces, radishes, spring onions and garlic. The weekly grocery ad will give you that … [Read more...] about Spring at the Store & 3 Easy Meals!
What is a Grocery Store Tour?
What is A Grocery Store Tour? Are you: Overwhelmed by all the varieties in the grocery store? Confused by food labels and stressed out by rising food costs? Worried about the choices in your grocery cart? On a grocery store tour, you will: Walk through the store with Cindy, a registered dietitian with 17 years in the grocery industry Target specific aisles to explore for healthy choices Learn to shop for easy meal solutions that meet your needs Become more confident looking for good nutrition at an affordable price Feel free to ask questions and know you can … [Read more...] about What is a Grocery Store Tour?