National Nutrition Month

National Nutrition Month® – Fuel for the Future!

Happy National Nutrition Month! This unique annual celebration of the benefits food brings to our lives marks 50 years the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has been working to create awareness that better health is built on the transformational power

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Baking With Applesauce – Have You Tried it Yet?

For some, baking is one of the simple pleasures of life. There are so many different recipes out there, but often, we find ourselves circling back to our favorites. Of course there is nothing wrong with that, but if you

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Win Game Day with These Food Safety Plays!

The Big Game is here once again! Each year, this football game brings fans, family, and friends together to cheer on their team and enjoy festive foods that score big on flavor and tradition. Did you know? U.S. households will

American Heart Month

Flavor – The Heart of Eating Well

Nothing is good for you if you don’t eat it – one of my favorite sayings, especially when there are debates about which foods are best for heart health. The basic tenets of a heart smart meal include lots of

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Why Do Medications Expire & Is it OK to Use Them?

Medications expire because chemical changes to the drug over time may affect the stability or decrease the strength of the drug. An expiration date estimates when the potency of the drug falls below an acceptable limit set by the FDA.

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Eating Well in the New Year!

January rings in the New Year and inspires us to evaluate targets and goals that will bring positive results to our lives. There is one change that would bring more wellbeing benefit to more people than almost any other –

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Emerging COVID-19 Treatments

Emerging COVID-19 Treatments COVID-19 continues to remain prevalent and affects people daily across the globe. Fortunately, there are some FDA-approved treatments and Emergency Use Authorization medications available to treat COVID-19. Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) treatments are medications that are not

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Diabetes and Chronic Illness – Fresh Tips on Food Safety

Diabetes and Chronic Illness – Fresh Tips on Food Safety Living well with a chronic health issue like diabetes is challenging. Prevention is key – enjoying foods that support good blood sugar control and following medication directions enhance long-term health

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Diabetes – Shopping Well On A Budget

Diabetes – Shopping Well On A Budget Everyone is on a budget, which impacts most purchases, including the food we buy.  For those managing diabetes, smart food choices are recognized as key to overall wellness. Balancing the budget and balancing

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Back-to-School Allergy Planning – What You Need to Know

Back-to-School Allergy Planning – What You Need to Know Food allergies are a very stressful issue for children and families. Given how diverse our food supply is, and the potential for foods to be ingredients or potential exposure to allergens