Category: Nutrition

  • External review of Nutrition North food subsidy program coming in 2025

    External review of Nutrition North food subsidy program coming in 2025

    An external review of the Nutrition North food subsidy program is coming. Federal Northern Affairs Minister Dan Vandal announced the new external review in Iqaluit on Friday. In an interview with CBC North after the announcement, he said the audit was spurred by recent media reports about the program. Launched in 2011, Nutrition North is a subsidy…

  • On Nutrition: Foods that help strengthen the immune system

    My daughter just spent two weeks recovering from COVID-19. And she doesn’t want to do that again. She did, however, request that I write something about foods that help strengthen the immune system. Glad to, my dear. After all, experts tell us that a strong immune system is one of the strongest weapons we have…

  • 6 Things to Look for on Nutrition Labels

    6 Things to Look for on Nutrition Labels

    From calories to sugar and everything in between, nutrition labels are full of information that can help you make healthier food choices. But only if you know what to look for. Need a little guidance? We asked a dietitian for advice on deciphering nutrition labels. It’s not just about calories. Calories are the biggest and…

  • AI-Driven Analysis: $4.54 Billion Growth in European Sports Nutrition Market by 2028

    AI-Driven Analysis: $4.54 Billion Growth in European Sports Nutrition Market by 2028

    The European sports nutrition market is set for significant expansion, driven by increased fitness awareness and product innovations, presenting U.S. fitness and wellness professionals with valuable insights to enhance their services The European sports nutrition market is set to expand significantly, with an estimated growth of $4.54 billion from 2024 to 2028, according to a…

  • Koia introduces plant-based nutrition shakes

    Koia introduces plant-based nutrition shakes

    Koia launched Koia Kids, a line of organic plant-based nutrition shakes created to meet kids’ unique nutritional needs. The new line combines kid-approved taste and flavors with expert-approved nutrition, providing a convenient, delicious, and balanced way to nourish growing families, the company stated. Now available exclusively on Amazon, Koia Kids offers three flavors: Chocolate Shake,…

  • A Kitchen Essential Turned Wellness Hack: How to Use Apple Cider Vinegar to the Max

    A Kitchen Essential Turned Wellness Hack: How to Use Apple Cider Vinegar to the Max

    Apple cider vinegar is one of those common household items that has so many uses that it’s no surprise it’s a timeless trend on social media. You’ve probably seen the TikTok videos and content on apple cider vinegar’s many health benefits and other ACV hacks. This made us wonder whether all the hype surrounding ACV…

  • Joy Bauer’s Top 5 Strategies to Boost Grocery Nutrition and Shopping

    Joy Bauer’s Top 5 Strategies to Boost Grocery Nutrition and Shopping

    The way you shop while at the grocery store sets you up for healthy, happy eating, says TODAY nutritionist and FIRST contributor Joy Bauer, M.S., RDN. We all know that the supermarket can be an overwhelming place, and it is incredibly easy to get sidetracked by the plethora of delicious options. But, those tasty treats…

  • 10 Hot topics in the world of nutrition right now

    10 Hot topics in the world of nutrition right now

    The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) is America’s largest group of food and nutrition professionals. At their annual convention (Oct 2024; Minneapolis), members presented research and updates that might be of interest to athletes and those looking to improve their health. Here is a sampling of some hot topics: 1. Insects as a source…

  • 23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest

    23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest

    Here are the categories we looked at (and why): Key Findings Based on ingredients, the better candy options were all hard or chewy candies, including Jolly Ranchers, Salt Water Taffy, Blow Pops, and Hot Tamales. Only one chocolate candy made it in the healthier top half. (Spoiler alert: it’s Butterfinger.) The bottom half of the…

  • HISD kicks off another year of USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program

    HISD kicks off another year of USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program

    HISD Nutrition Services kicked off another year of the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) on Wednesday, Otct. 9. The USDA-funded program provides a variety of free fresh produce snacks and in-class nutrition lessons to students at elementary schools on a twice-weekly basis with the goal of introducing students to new fruits and vegetables and…