Our immune systems can help protect us from getting sick – and promote healing when we are sick. But they need quality fuel to work properly. Milk is a staple food many of us already have in our fridges as a handy ingredient in coffee, smoothies, baking and so much more, as well as a drink by itself. It’s also something dietitians refer to as “nutrient dense,” meaning it gives you a lot of nutrients for relatively few calories.
Today’s schools are embracing food trends like sustainability, farm-to-table and scratch-cooking to meet the growing demands of Gen Z foodie-approved meals and snacks. On top of that, the nutrition found in a school meal is often better quality and more well-rounded than a typical meal from your favorite restaurant. Surprised? Keep reading for more ways schools are serving up Ws.
In honor of October’s National Farm to School Month and National School Lunch Week (October 9-13), let's dive into the importance of school meals as a way to nurture our children’s health and academic achievements.
Did you know some dairy foods are good for digestion? Yogurt is known not only for its smooth texture and tangy flavor, but also for its digestive benefits – and parfaits are a scrumptious way to support this important function while also getting your recommended three servings of dairy every day.
By using these three simple steps to pair yogurt with other nutrient-dense foods, you can parfait your way to better digestion.
1. Prepare Your Base
Greek Yogurt
We’ve all battled stress and anxiety, especially lately. Whether it’s finals at school, a burning hot work deadline or a global pandemic, most stressors in our lives are things we can’t control or avoid.
But we can better equip our bodies to deal with that stress through nutrition.
Sports nutrition has always been a big part of my life. My journey into the discipline started as a kid playing soccer for my dad. He was our coach and a former soccer athlete who played competitively for the U.S. junior team, so every game we would always get a sports drink and a pack of my favorite soft chew candy on the way to the game.
The realm of nutritional science is an ever-evolving space, full of transformative research and insights. Steadfast beliefs about the effects of saturated fats on cardiovascular health – particularly fats found in dairy foods – have encountered a new understanding that challenges what people previously perceived as negative.
As we get into the dog days of summer, the last thing anyone wants is more heat in their house. Luckily, there are several ways you can still create a delicious and nutritious dinner – and leave the heat outside where it belongs.
“Dear burgers: You’re so barbe-cute.”
While a good cheeseburger is one of my family’s favorite summer entrees, the sky is the limit when it comes to firing up the grill.
Whether you’re planning regular backyard get-togethers with your “grill friends” – pun intended – or preparing an irresistible menu for the many summer holidays that call for outdoor grilling (Father’s Day is right around the corner!), we’ve pulled together some amazing recipes.
Appetizers
