Month: March 2017

The National Nutrition Month theme, “Put Your Best Fork Forward,” reminds us that each bite counts and invites us to cook more at home. Considering that home-cooked meals are usually healthier, teaching kids how to

As an undergrad, I felt I excelled in writing and communications, and that I would have no problem developing my resume as I prepared to apply for dietetic internships. However, it wasn’t until my coursework in professional development, and eventually acting as a teaching

Part of National Nutrition Month’s theme of “Put Your Best Fork Forward” is not only choosing the right foods, but also at the right time. The circadian rhythm, or a person’s 24-hour cycle, is a

Drinking enough water throughout the day can be difficult to achieve for many reasons. One of the key messages of National Nutrition Month is creating healthy shifts in habits at home — if you feel like your water intake

Every March we celebrate National Nutrition Month and the importance of nutrition education. It is just as important to make sure that we get community leaders involved in spreading our message. After reading about ways

Spring has arrived, with the sun making longer appearances and bright buds ready to bloom. It also means National Nutrition Month is here, full of healthful tips and tricks of the trade provided by registered

Product reviewed: Lagostina Nera Panini Pan & Cast Iron Press At my house we love paninis, grilled cheese sandwiches, toasted English muffins — you name it. When I received the Lagostina Nera Panini Pan & Cast Iron

This year’s National Nutrition Month theme is “Put Your Best Fork Forward,” and it encourages people to be more mindful of the tools they use to make healthier choices. One of the campaign’s key messages reminds us

In this monthly vlogging series, Stone Soup blogger Celestina Brunetti demonstrates recipes using ingredients featured in the most recent issue of Food & Nutrition Magazine. For   Jackfruit Larb Serves 4 Ingredients 2 tablespoons thinly sliced red

National Nutrition Month is all about making small changes in our eating habits that can add up over time. One of the key messages from this year’s theme, “Put Your Best Fork Forward,” is to

March is National Nutrition Month, and it’s all about how to "Put Your Best Fork Forward.” Each bite counts and even making small shifts in food choices can add up over time, including the benefits

National Nutrition Month is a great time to start thinking about some nutritious foods to include in your diet. One versatile vegetable to consider is celery. Celery’s low-calorie content and many antioxidants make it a

Raise your hand if you currently or ever have struggled with caffeine dependence. This year’s National Nutrition Month theme is “Put Your Best Fork Forward,” and as many of us know from experience, it can

Eating together, or commensality, is common — anyone, even animals, can do it — but convivial eating, or fully engaging with someone during a meal, is less common these days. National Nutrition Month is upon us,

Dietetics students are known to be a hard-working and dedicated breed, prone to waking up early and studying late into the night. With this dedication, we must find balance and a state of being that

In a recent visit with my pediatrician, I expressed frustration with my child’s picky eating. She gave the piece of advice I have given many times to parents: “Just continue to offer a wide variety

It’s been over two months since the holidays and, if you’re anything like me, you already are deep in spring vacation-planning mode, scouting out hotel getaways for a mid-March break. Vacations are the perfect opportunity

When I first started studying nutrition, I was far from the healthiest eater I knew. In fact, I suffered from a serious addiction to diet lemon-lime soda — as in, a 24-ounce bottle a day