Growing up, Fourth of July with my family always meant a trip to my uncle’s lake house in Oklahoma. We spent the days blackberry picking, stuffing our faces with watermelon, playing in the lake and spending time with family. Most of all I remember my aunt’s homemade
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By Betsy Hjelmgren MS, RDN, CSP, LDN Like most women, I think about food all day. Except I get paid to do it. Today I’m thinking about healthy eating habits in alphabetical order. Because that’s the sort of thing you do when you are paid to think
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Cinco de Mayo Fun Fact #1: According to the California Avocado Commission, up to 81 million avocados are eaten for the occasion, most of which are made into guacamole. Fun Fact #2: Mexican food is delicious Fun Fact #3: Mexican food is healthy Chicken Enchilada (Serves 4)
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May brings the beginning of popsicle season in Chicago, a great, healthy treat when homemade. You can use something as simple as paper cups as a mold or buy them at many stores or on Amazon. Tropical Pops 6 oz orange juice or skim milk 3-4
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With so many big name food companies in the media trying to appeal to more health-conscious consumers, it’s been a busy few weeks for nutrition news. Kraft, Chipotle, Tyson and McDonald’s are all making headlines as they try to adjust to a culture of raised health awareness.
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By Gia Diakakis, MS, RD, LDN, CNSC As a pediatric dietitian, discussing sugary drinks makes me feel like I am on my soapbox. As a child who was only allowed to consume sugar-sweetened beverages for celebrations, my frustration with my parents has now turned into gratitude. I
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With the arrival of spring sports comes a renewed fury for the so-called “soccer snack moms.” For the one hour that kids run loose on the field, whole committees of moms are organized around the snacks. There are even families with whole coolers ready with grub for
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Big family meals and over eating are inevitable, with Easter and Passover approaching. We all know the discomfort of eating way too much and feeling bloated. Avoiding this feeling may be easier than you think. These tips may help you prevent overeating, and you may even end
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Earlier this month, Kraft Singles cheese slices became the first food—ever—to be officially endorsed by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). As members of the AND (and proud supporters, we might add), we, like most dietitians, did a double take. A food that is similar to
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Introducing Kids in the Kitchen–our monthly contest for mini cooks! No doubt one of the best ways to teach kids healthy habits is to seek their help in the kitchen. Each month in this newsletter we will feature on lucky little chef cooking or baking. Send photos
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