The Big 8 Allergens
From Our KitchenEight common foods account for nearly 90% of all food allergies in the United States. They are: eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, shellfish, soy, tree nuts and wheat. Check out the list below to review a sampling of what foods contain these allergens. Some may surprise you. Eggs - Found in Baked Goods, Pasta, Mayonnaise, Cream Sauces, Marshmallows and French Toast! Milk - It's found in Butter, Cheese, Ice Cream, Yogurt and Sour Cream. Peanuts - Found in Granola, Grain Breads...
Making the World a Safer Place
Nutrition, From Our KitchenEven if you don't have food allergies, odds are you will come into contact with someone who does. Knowledge and resources can help you become an ally to the 15 million people living with food allergies in the United States. One step you can take to make the world a safer place for those with food allergies is to wash your hands! According to FARE, Food Allergy Research & Education proper hand-washing defends against germs and is also effective at...
Support Food Allergy Awareness
From Our KitchenIt's food allergy awareness week. For parents of children with food allergies, food safety is something to constantly worry about. Going to school, meeting friends at a restaurant or attending a birthday party are just some of the events met with reservation. Greater food allergy awareness and education among the allergy-free crowd is appreciated and should include children. Here are a few tips to increase your awareness: Educate. One in 13 children has a food allergy. With numbers like that...
March is National Nutrition Month
Nutrition, From Our KitchenThe slogan for this year's National Nutrition Month® is "Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right." But what does "eating right" mean? Does eating right mean that there is a wrong way to eat? [caption id="attachment_23813" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Courtesy: Michelle Rodriguez"][/caption] No! The message from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics simply means to enjoy a variety of foods. "Eating right" can mean different things for different people. If you don't eat meat then including lean meat proteins in your...
Go Avocados!
Nutrition, From Our KitchenAmericans love chips and chicken wings during the "big game." It's estimated that we will consume more than 11 million pounds of chips and 100 million pounds of chicken wings on game day. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, "the Super Bowl is the second highest day of food consumption in the United States after Thanksgiving." You may not be able to control the outcome of the game, but you do have control of the snacks...
Warm Beverage Benefits
From Our KitchenThanks to the current polar vortex weather phenomenon, many parts of the United States are dealing with frigid, cold temperatures. Aside from bundling up in layers or avoiding the great outdoors, drinking a warm beverage can help you beat the freeze. The best part about a warm beverage? SAGE Registered Dietitian Lauren Hess says it can be beneficial to your health. Here are three examples to help ease the effects of Old Man Winter: Coffee. Studies have shown there is...
SAGE Wisdom For The New Year!
Nutrition, From Our KitchenAccording to the U.S. Government, three of the top New Year's resolutions revolve around living a healthier lifestyle; losing weight, getting fit and eating healthy. However, only about 10% of people actually stay with, and achieve their goal. Sticking to these resolutions doesn't have to be hard with a little help from SAGE's Spotlight Program®. It is a simple approach to understanding how much and how often to enjoy certain foods. It was created by SAGE registered dietitians using...
Tis' The Season For Baking!
From Our KitchenFor many of us the holidays are rich with food traditions. While you may not dare alter Grandma's sugar cookie recipe, other baked goods may be just as tasty with a slight makeover. Follow these tips when venturing into the science of baking substitutions. The purpose of fat in baking is to give the foods a light texture. However, applesauce is a good substitute for some of the fat because the mild flavor and color will not interfere with...
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