Meal Planning: Make it Work
By Heather A. Goesch, MPH, RDN, LDN People who frequently cook at home – for themselves or for their families – consume fewer calories. Not only is planning meals and cooking at home healthier, it also costs less, creates less stress around mealtimes. Furthermore, time together in the kitchen and around the table is for building […]
Connecting Sleep and Weight
By Heather A. Goesch, MPH, RDN, LDN Sleep deprivation extends far beyond lack of energy. From depressed mood and decreased cognitive ability, inadequate pillow time can also limit the immune system’s ability to fight off colds and infections, impair judgment and memory, and put a damper on sex drive. A recent study found that […]
Is soy healthy?
by Jessie Funchion, MS, RD, LDN As of now, the research tells us that yes, the consumption of soy foods is associated with health benefits, including but not limited to: · reduced risk of breast cancer · risk of recurrence of breast cancer · decreased LDL, total cholesterol and triglycerides · reduced blood pressure · […]
Mighty Millet
Have you jumped on the Millet band wagon yet? Move over quinoa there is a new grain making the rounds! Though, it is not new, millet is gaining popularity again. It must be due to the protein and fiber content, as it contain almost 10% of your fiber needs and 6 grams of protein per […]
It’s Pumpkin Time!
As of today, it is officially Autumn. That truly only means one thing: It is officially OK to eat pumpkin! Time to enjoy your pumpkin spiced everything. We have discussed the power of pumpkin before and promoted it’s health benefits of fiber, vitamin A and potassium to name a few. But beware of foods that […]
Summer Seasonal Produce
Happy Summer Everyone! This is a great time of year to fire up the grill and do some outdoor cooking. It’s also a great opportunity to try grilling some vegetables and even fruits! There is plenty of new produce becoming available of the new few months. According to fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org, these are produce items that are […]
Men’s Health
June marks Men’s Health Month. With Father’s Day approaching, this can make for a great time to start considering men’s health and nutrition, whether it’s for you or the man in your life. Men are greater risk for some diseases such as heart disease and cancer. Lifestyle change and nutrition may help men to lessen these risks. […]
Memorial Day
We are approaching the unofficial start of summer as we coast into the Memorial Day weekend. Family Food wishes all a happy and healthy weekend and a special salute to those who put their lives on the line to protect our country. Here are some tips to help you out as you prep for your […]
Collaborative Healthcare: Doctors and Dietitians Working Together to Improve Your Health
by: Kristen Hicks MS, RD, LD, PhD Student Visiting with your doctor is essential to making sure that you are receiving the best care. Why? Your doctor is responsible for ordering labs, determining physical activity capabilities and diagnosing health conditions. According to Healthy People 2020 objectives, your doctor is recommended to increase the proportion of […]
Nutrition Tips for Mother’s and Women
As we take time this year to celebrate our mothers this Mother’s Day, it is a good time to reflect on women’s health. In particular with nutrition, there are a few key things that mothers and women everywhere need to be mindful of throughout their lives. Calcium: Calcium plays a key role in our bone […]