The Facts About Pea Protein
Pea protein is showing up in everything, from protein powders to plant-based beverages. Consumers should have the facts about this and other extracted proteins...
Wild Rice Salad
Steps:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss the corn kernels and butternut squash with 1 Tbsp of the olive oil, along with the salt and...
Chana Masala with Brown Rice
Steps:
1. Cook brown rice in water, according to package directions, until tender. Set aside.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large sauté pan, skillet, or...
Type of Carbohydrate May be More Important Than Amount for Body Weight
Many people believe “cutting carbs” is the way to control weight. A new study adds to the evidence that the right kind of carbohydrates...
Big Health and Nutrition Stories of 2023
As 2023 draws to a close, let’s review and update some of the biggest health and nutrition stories of the year.
Concerns About Sugar Substitutes....
The Facts About Weight Loss Drugs
The biggest health and nutrition story of 2023 was arguably the exploding popularity of prescription medications to treat obesity, a chronic disease that affects...
Ultra-pasteurized Milk
Q: The milk I buy says it is ultra-pasteurized. Does that make it an ultraprocessed food?
A: Alice H. Lichtentein, DSc, a professor at the...
Sweetened Beverages and Risk of Adverse Liver Outcomes
Approximately 65 percent of adults in the U.S. consume sugar-sweetened beverages every day. In addition to having negative effects on your heart, blood sugar...
Pasta Fagioli Soup
Soup Mix Steps:
1. In a quart-sized clear jar, layer pinto beans, kidney beans, and white beans one at a time.
2. In a small bowl,...
Healthy Homemade Food Gifts
This gift-giving season, how about going beyond traditional holiday treats (like cookies and cakes) and giving a homemade food gift that is both heartfelt...