Mushrooms are Nutritious! Do you judge a food's nutrition by it's color? If you do, then mushrooms may not come to the top of your most-nutritious list. In fact, I've been asked many times if there is any nutrition at all in mushrooms. Well, let me tell you that the answer is a big YES. In 1 cup of mushrooms, there are only about 20 calories; yet, there are >2 grams fiber, nearly 1 gram protein, 10% daily value of iron, nearly 30% daily value for vitamin D, and more. All the nutritious details for mushrooms are here. Mushrooms are Diverse! The big sellers in grocery stores are … [Read more...] about Mushrooms in Your Kitchen!
Nutrition Month is Ending So Now What?
Does Nutrition Month Inspire You? Do you feel inspired by Nutrition Month, by planning a super healthy breakfast, packing yourself a super healthy lunch, or cooking a super healthy dinner? As a dietitian, I take it seriously. I do my best to wish all my clients and group audiences a Happy Nutrition Month during March. Why? Because inspiration leads to passion, passion leads to positive eating habits, and eating more nutritious food is the ticket to a healthier and happier future. Nutrition Month is Ending So Now What? Re-visit your personal health goals & commit to … [Read more...] about Nutrition Month is Ending So Now What?
Your Grocery Basket — What’s in it?
Grocery Shopping Know-How Do you ever look in other people's grocery baskets? Do you ever really look at what's in yours? Here are a few pointers for a flavorful & healthful basket every trip: Produce tip: 'Flavor boosters' include fresh garlic, garlic, lemons, limes, green onions, sweet peppers, fennel. Use these to add a ton of flavor and nutrients galore. Bakery tip: Pick up whole wheat pita because it's affordable and versatile for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack attacks. Deli tip: Make a simple meal from the deli with this menu: sliced lean roast beef or turkey breast … [Read more...] about Your Grocery Basket — What’s in it?
Want to make your home recipes healthier? Here’s help.
A taste of home includes making and enjoying recipes that came from mother, grandmother or a good friend. But, do they fit your healthy kitchen? Do you feel good about putting them on the family meal table? Ingredients make the difference Choosing ingredients carefully is the answer. In baked goods, use unsweetened applesauce - up to 1/2 cup - instead of margarine. Use 2/3 cup sugar instead of 1 cup. Use whole wheat flour for half the amount called for. You'll be surprised how good it tastes and feel better about the nutrition. Another ingredient trick is to use half nonfat plain yogurt … [Read more...] about Want to make your home recipes healthier? Here’s help.