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Have a Healthier Cinco de Mayo Fiesta!

Submitted by Elizabeth Hall on Wed, 05/02/2018 - 09:02

There are many Mexican-inspired celebratory foods we indulge in around Cinco de Mayo, many of which can be made healthier and more nutrient dense!

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Make a Fresh Start This Spring

Submitted by Elizabeth Hall on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 21:33

Spring is here, which means outside events, sports, and other activities are in full swing. Busyness often makes planning a healthy dinner a regretful afterthought. With a little preparation, there are easy and quick ways you can get a balanced meal in front of your family even on busy nights.

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Let’s Talk Trash: Hacks to Reduce Food Waste at Home

Submitted by Elizabeth Hall on Sun, 04/08/2018 - 19:08

Forty percent of food in America gets trashed every year, often because people buy too much, cook meals that are too big, or don’t store food properly. Let’s talk about ways to stop wasting so much by making your grocery trips more efficient, keeping your pantry and refrigerator organized, and using “food scraps” that you would normally toss.

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How to Deal with Food Cravings

Submitted by Elizabeth Hall on Mon, 03/19/2018 - 19:39

It’s National Nutrition Month and we are all trying to “Go Further with Food”. But even with the best intentions, do you find yourself falling victim to overwhelming cravings that lead to overeating?

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Go Further With Food!

Submitted by Elizabeth Hall on Mon, 03/05/2018 - 23:27

March is National Nutrition Month and this year’s theme is to “Go Further with Food”. Preparing foods that “go further” at home and within the community can not only have a positive impact on your health, but can positively influence public health and environmental health as well.