May is the gateway to summer--it is a month that can start off raining, but always seems to end with sunshine. The days are continuing to get warmer and longer, and we are enjoying a wider selection of fresh produce. May is also National Barbeque Month, so if you have not already been outside grilling, there is no excuse to delay any longer. This is a test.

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Food Journaling for Better Health

Whether you want to lose weight, kick bad eating habits, or live a healthier lifestyle, keeping a food journal is a great way to track your food and drink consumption and make a shift to better choices. Most everyone who has kept a food journal will tell you that they learned a lot from it, . . .

Vegetarian Diets and Meeting Recommended Nutrients

Following a vegetarian diet and meeting recommended nutrients is absolutely doable. However it’s important to be aware of nutrients to focus on, such as calcium, iron, protein and vitamin B12. A successful vegetarian diet includes a variety of foods and enough food in order to meet calorie needs. It’s important to create meals around protein . . .

 
 

Produce Color

Produce that share color often share health benefits. Learn about eating by color!

Glossary of Terms

pantothenic acid
magnesium
catechin
flavonoids
cynarin
vitamin A
potassium
phenolic acids
zinc


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