Category: Nutrition

  • UAPB celebrates garden goals | Pine Bluff Commercial News

    UAPB celebrates garden goals | Pine Bluff Commercial News

    Facts on nutrition, healthy recipes and a food demonstration by a master chef were the highlights of a recent Nutrition Café hosted by the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Department of Human Sciences. The recipes are healthy options just in time for homecoming gatherings, tailgating and the holidays. The event occurred at the UAPB…

  • Cayuga County Senior Nutrition Program menus for Oct. 28-Nov. 1

    Cayuga County Senior Nutrition Program menus for Oct. 28-Nov. 1

    MONDAY, OCT. 28: Baja chicken, sweet potato, green beans, whole bread/butter, skim milk, apple, substitute: barbecue pork riblet TUESDAY, OCT. 29: Beef and bean chili, oven-roasted potatoes, mixed vegetables, wheat bread/butter, skim milk, pineapple tidbits, substitute: tilapia with lemon butter WEDNESDAY, OCT. 30: Fish patty, macaroni and cheese, broccoli, coleslaw, whole-grain hamburger bun, skim milk, seasonal fruit, substitute:…

  • On Nutrition: Volunteer to deliver food to those in need

    We dietitians take joy in communicating the results of ongoing research in the field of nutrition — the science of how substances in food interact with our health. But if you’ve ever lived through a major disaster, you know that food and water take on a much wider meaning during times of emergency. As I…

  • 9 High-Protein Dinner Ideas Perfect For Busy Weeknights

    9 High-Protein Dinner Ideas Perfect For Busy Weeknights

    Salmon and fish filets are popular picks for protein-rich dinners; a vibrant, veggie bowl adds even more variety to the combo. Enter this taco bowl — with slaw, mango salsa, two dressings, and an impressive 30 grams of protein. Also nice: You can prep the simple chipotle aioli and cilantro dressing beforehand so that they’re…

  • Jasper County Elderly Nutrition receives support

    Jasper County Elderly Nutrition receives support

    Sue Nolin, retail manager and Jamie Bennett, financial service representative from First Interstate Bank presented Kelli Van Manen, program director for Jasper County Elderly (Senior) Nutrition, a $1,000 check in support of the congregate and home delivered meal program. In addition to the generous donation, employees of FIB donate their time to deliver meals on…

  • Psyllium Husk Powder Is an “it” Supplement. But Should it Be?

    Psyllium Husk Powder Is an “it” Supplement. But Should it Be?

    NOTHING REVS UP the appetite quite like hearing the words “psyllium husk powder,” we know. But the supplement is trending right now. Which is interesting, because psyllium husk powders are nothing new. Kim Yawitz, RD, owner of Two Six Fitness in St. Louis, Mo., recalls seeing psyllium husk powder on her grandma’s counter in the…

  • Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction to make student nutrition announcement in Kenosha

    Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction to make student nutrition announcement in Kenosha

    State superintendent Dr. Jill Underly and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) plan to make an announcement about student nutrition in Kenosha on Friday afternoon. According to a press release, Underly has included a “major” provision in her 2025-27 Biennial Budget request, totaling $300 million. That funding will go toward improving access to healthy…

  • No, the Elemental Diet Isn’t a Great Idea. Except Under One Condition.

    No, the Elemental Diet Isn’t a Great Idea. Except Under One Condition.

    IT HAS A catchy name—and it’s making waves on TikTok—but is the elemental diet for everyone? Far from it. “The elemental diet is a medical diet protocol that’s prescribed for people with serious gastrointestinal issues that aren’t responding to other kinds of diets or treatments,” says Christine Byrne, MPH, RD, a dietitian and the owner…

  • Lynchburg City Schools transforms nutrition for school meals

    Lynchburg City Schools transforms nutrition for school meals

    LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) – Lynchburg City Schools is raising the bar for what it means to provide high-quality school meals. It’s partnering with culinary chefs to bring a new taste to students’ plates in a healthier manner. “We’re making sure our school food is as healthy, nutritious and tasty as it can be,” said LCS…

  • Trouw Nutrition premiers solutions at EuroTier to advance sustainable feed and farming

    Trouw Nutrition premiers solutions at EuroTier to advance sustainable feed and farming

    A new generation of precision nutrition tools for ruminants, poultry, swine, and feed. 25 October 2024 4 minute read Trouw Nutrition, Nutreco’s livestock feed business line, is launching a new generation of precision nutrition tools, technologies, and programs developed to elevate the sustainability of livestock farming. Innovations for ruminants, poultry, swine, and feed will be…