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October 3, 2019
Kale Salad Recipe: Add Apples & Carrots for a Delicious Meal
Kale is certainly the vegetable du jour. Why? It is so chock-full of vitamins it’s considered a super food. We see it in all kinds of recipes from chips to salads. Here’s a simple recipe that is sure to be a crowd pleaser for your family! Kale’s Nutrition Profile Kale is low in calorie, high in
September 12, 2019
6 Reasons Why We Love Bell Peppers
You can’t walk through the produce section of a grocery store without seeing multiple varieties of bell peppers. Bell Peppers: Why They Are Awesome! Here’s are six reasons why these nutritional powerhouses are a great addition to your diet: While most people think of bell peppers as vegetables, their seed-bearing nature classifies them as fruit.
August 8, 2019
The Impossible Burger: Should We Bite?
Burger King is now serving up its brand of the Impossible Burger at all 7,200 locations across the nation. The Impossible Whopper is a flame-grilled, plant-based patty that so closely mimics meat it “bleeds.” We spoke with Bridget Shea, RD, registered dietitian, to learn about the nutritional aspects of this vegetarian innovation. What make the
July 30, 2019
Throwing Out Nutrition Myths
Lewis First, MD does some myth-busting of common nutritional myths in order to help parents separate the facts from the fiction in regard to your child’s nutritional health
May 24, 2019
How to Make Your Memorial Day Barbecue Healthy, Seasonal & Delicious
For many, Memorial Day is the unofficial start of barbecue season. For Richard Jarmusz, executive chef at the UVM Medical Center, it’s the perfect time to change up your menu with local meats, seasonal vegetables, and your own homemade BBQ sauce.
April 15, 2019
Eat for Your Age: Nutritional Tips for all Decades of Life
As we grow older, our interests, priorities and eating habits change, so it’s no surprise that our nutritional needs do, too. The core principles of a healthy diet remain the same at 25 or 65. We need a balance of different nourishing foods to enable us to look and feel our best; however, our bodies
April 1, 2019
Dietary Supplements 101
Although most people get all of the vitamins, minerals, and nutrition that they need from their daily diet, it is very common for individuals to take over the counter dietary or herbal supplements for a variety of reasons. How to Use Supplements Safely Dietary supplements and multivitamins are not necessarily the same thing! We define
March 29, 2019
Recipe for Maple Granola, A Vermont Staple
Vermonters have harvested maple syrup for a long time. Syrup is made by boiling sap into a concentrate. Use it to top pancakes, mix into a salad dressing, or create a glaze for roasted vegetables. History Native Americans tapped maple trees for hundreds of years to access its sap. European settlers made their way to
March 26, 2019
6 Ways to Add More Fruits and Vegetables to Your Diet
We’ve all been told countless times to eat more fruits and vegetables. We know it’s healthy to include more of them in our diet – they provide vital nutrients and fiber, antioxidants and phytochemicals. But, despite our best intentions we sometimes come up short. We are always hearing things about how “easy” it is to
March 21, 2019
Senior Nutrition: Why Adding Protein to Your Diet is Important
As we age we lose muscle and strength, a medical term known as sarcopenia. As our muscles get smaller, we become weaker. The loss of strength is consistent with a loss of mobility and independence. The quality and quantity of daily consumption of protein are important in slowing this progression. Here’s why and how. What
March 20, 2019
Intermittent Fasting: Effective or Dangerous?
There’s a new diet craze taking hold. It’s called intermittent fasting and it refers to an eating style where you eat within a specific time period and fast the rest of the time. Some say intermittent fasting is an effective way to lose weight. Other’s say it’s not safe. Here to give us some straight
March 15, 2019
For the Love of Maple Syrup: Recipe for Maple Ginger Chicken
Vermonters have harvested maple syrup for a long time. Syrup is made by boiling sap into a concentrate. Use it to top pancakes, mix into a salad dressing, or create a glaze for roasted vegetables. History Native Americans tapped maple trees for hundreds of years to access its sap. European settlers made their way to
March 14, 2019
How to Add More Healthy Dairy Foods to Your Diet
This month, we celebrate one of the most honored and quintessentially ‘Vermont’ harvests of all – dairy. From creamy yogurts to sharp cheeses and everything in between, we Vermonters love our dairy products. But how could something so rich and delicious be part of a healthy diet?! Healthy Dairy- Say What? Good news! All foods
March 13, 2019
Paleo Diet: Is It Another Fad?
The paleo diet is an eating plan that emphasizes whole foods and eliminates grains, legumes and most processed foods in order to improve health. Learn whether this diet is right for you.
March 11, 2019
Healthy Fats: Easy Recipe Substitutions for a Delicious and Healthy Diet
When it comes to cooking, it is important to know why ingredients such as fats are important to the recipe and how we can make healthy modifications without compromising taste.