Your Guide To Portion Size
Every five years since 1980 the U.S. Government publishes the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA). A main emphasis of the DGA over the years has been advice…
New Plant-Based Foods Round-up
The plant-based foods trend is nothing new, but it does seem to be growing as fast as a weed. In particular, plant-based proteins are gaining attention and…
What is the Anti-Inflammatory Diet?
Inflammation has become so mediagenic that we are seeing a new term; an anti-inflammatory diet is popping up in social conversations. But what is inflammation? Is it…
FAQ About PFAS and Food
What are PFAS? Perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, collectively referred to as PFAS, are a large group of synthetic chemicals used in many manufacturing processes, including some food…
Diversifying MyPlate: Haitian Cuisine
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans and its associated MyPlate graphic are commonly referenced resources for learning about healthy and nutritious eating. The recently-updated 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for…
What to Know About Sugars on the Nutrition Facts Label
In 2016, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finalized its update of the iconic Nutrition Facts label, which made news headlines across America. However, these types…
Portion Sizes for a Satisfying Snack
Have ever been hungry a couple hours after breakfast and weren’t sure what to eat? Or maybe it’s around 3pm and you’re looking for something to hold…
A New Focus on Sustainability
Earlier during the COVID pandemic, many of us faced significant changes in our routines to access mainstay products we keep in our kitchens and prepare meals. As…
Summer 2021 Newsletter
What You Should Know About Plant-Based Alternatives to Meat Fruit and Veggie Safety: Making the Most of Your Fresh Produce How to Mindfully Snack While Working From…
What Is Lactose?
There are many different types of sugars. Some are monosaccharides, which are single units of sugar and are often referred to as “simple” sugars. Other sugars are disaccharides,…