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Revisiting Coffee

June 16, 2017 by Kristy Del Coro, Senior Culinary Nutritionist

Revisiting Coffee Americans drink more coffee this year than last year...but is all this coffee good for us? In her latest blog, Kristy Del Coro talks about coffee and what the latest research and recommendations say.

Revisiting Coffee


Recipes

Recipe: Ancient Grain and Chickpea Salad with Asparagus and Pickled Strawberries

May 26, 2017 by Kristy Del Coro, Senior Culinary Nutritionist

Recipe: Ancient Grain and Chickpea Salad with Asparagus and Pickled Strawberries Inspired by spring ingredients, Kristy Del Coro created this delicious grain salad, featuring farro, freekeh, chickpeas, strawberries and asparagus.

Recipe: Ancient Grain and Chickpea Salad with Asparagus and Pickled Strawberries


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Infographic: Gut Health

May 8, 2017 by Yael Akilov, Dietetic Intern

Infographic: Gut Health An infographic from Dietetic Intern Yael Akilov explains the gut microbiome and importance of prebiotics and probiotics in our diet.

Infographic: Gut Health


Nutrition 101

Learning the Facts About Gut Health

April 30, 2017 by Yael Akilov, Dietetic Intern

Learning the Facts About Gut Health Dietetic Intern Yael Akilov explains the functions of gut microbiome and gives sources of prebiotics and probiotics that could help your overall health.

Learning the Facts About Gut Health


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Dietary Cholesterol: Revisited

April 18, 2017 by Anna Lin, Dietetic Intern

Dietary Cholesterol: Revisited Are you avoiding cholesterol because it may increase your risk of cardiovascular disease? Dietetic Intern Anna reviews most recent scientific research and dietary guidelines to help you understand more clearly about dietary cholesterol.

Dietary Cholesterol: Revisited


Recipes

Recipe: Cauliflower Tabouleh

March 27, 2017 by Kristy Del Coro, Senior Culinary Nutritionist

Recipe: Cauliflower Tabouleh If you're watching your carbs, Kristy's Cauliflower Tabouleh is a great away to enjoy this grain-free version of this Mediterranean side dish.

Recipe: Cauliflower Tabouleh


Recipes

Recipe: Tuna Salad with Chickpea “Mayo”

February 8, 2017 by Kristy Del Coro, Senior Culinary Nutritionist

Recipe: Tuna Salad with Chickpea “Mayo” Chickpea liquid, or aquafaba, is popping up in more and more recipes. In her tuna salad, Kristy uses chickpeas and the aquafaba to make a chickpea "mayo" for a lighter take on this lunch staple.

Recipe: Tuna Salad with Chickpea “Mayo”


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What Counts As Fiber?

January 31, 2017 by Jessica Gilbertson, Dietetic Intern

What Counts As Fiber? When you think of fiber, do you think of the hard to digest parts of fruits and vegetables, or do you think of synthetic texturizers and other food additives? Dietetic Intern Jessie looks at the definition of fiber more closely to help you differentiate and know what may be changing in 2017.

What Counts As Fiber?


News Commentary

Food Policy in the New Administration

January 19, 2017 by Kristy Del Coro, Senior Culinary Nutritionist

Food Policy in the New Administration With the new administration, there will no doubt be changes to food and environmental policies. Kirsty takes a look at the direction of food policy under the new administration and ways you can stay informed.

Food Policy in the New Administration


Transitioning to Organic: A New Certification

January 17, 2017 by Allison Aaron, Sr. Culinary Nutritionist

Transitioning to Organic: A New Certification It can take 3 years for a farm to transition to organic...now the USDA is partnering with the Organic Trade Association to create a program that certifies operations during this transition period.

Transitioning to Organic: A New Certification


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