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Spotlight On…Vitamin D
Let’s talk about vitamin D! This vitamin is important for many reasons and it’s not uncommon for folks to have low or low-normal levels of vitamin D. There has been a lot more discussion about vitamin D in recent years and, while we know it does several important things, research is still determining the full extent of its role. We’ll take a closer look! Functions and Ongoing Research of Vitamin D’s Roles Research is always ongoing and there is a lot of information about vi
Doing the Holidays Non-Diet Style
Eat regularly throughout the day It’s not uncommon for people to “save” their calories for the holiday meal and skip meals and snacks earlier in the day on a holiday. Our bodies don’t work like this, and there is no “saving” of calories. Skipping meals or limiting your intake around or on the holidays (or anytime!) only confuses your body. This can also set you up for feeling very hungry when you do eventually eat, and can make it harder to be attuned to and/or listen to you
This Month in Food: National Apple Day, October 21
Pumpkins and pumpkin flavored everything is everywhere this time of year. This is the exact opposite of a newsflash, of course! While many enjoy all the pumpkin wonderful-ness throughout the fall, we’d be remiss if we didn’t take a moment to highlight another fall favorite: apples! To prepare you for National Apple Day on October 21, check out some fun ways to get all apple-y and celebrate: Caramel apples - You’ve got different ways to go about enjoying apples with caramel -
The Bewildering World of Food Expiration Terminology
Ever find yourself in the grocery store or in your kitchen lost in thought over all the different food expiry labels and phrases, and...
This Month in Food: National Pancake Day, September 26
Time to stack ‘em up! September 26 is National Pancake Day and we hope you celebrate with gusto. Check out the recipes below for some...
What’s the Deal with Protein?
Protein is a buzzy word these days and so much discussion (at times contradictory, no less) around it can leave one dizzied. We wanted to...
This Month in Food: August Food Holidays
August represents its season well in that it features a few food holidays that just scream summer. We’re recognizing these foods below...
In Support of Increased Food Security: A Guide to Greater Chicagoland Food Assistance Resources
In a perfect world, consistent and easy access to the nutrition we all need and deserve would be a given. The world, sadly, is not...
Read All About It…or Listen!: Book and Podcast Recommendations for Summer Enjoyment
Summer is here and perhaps you’re looking for some good reads or listens. We love listening to podcasts and reading books right along...
Spotlight On…Vitamin D
Let’s talk about vitamin D! This vitamin is important for many reasons and it’s not uncommon for folks to have low or low-normal levels of vitamin D. There has been a lot more discussion about vitamin D in recent years and, while we know it does several important things, research is still determining the full extent of its role. We’ll take a closer look! Functions and Ongoing Research of Vitamin D’s Roles Research is always ongoing and there is a lot of information about vi
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Doing the Holidays Non-Diet Style
Eat regularly throughout the day It’s not uncommon for people to “save” their calories for the holiday meal and skip meals and snacks earlier in the day on a holiday. Our bodies don’t work like this, and there is no “saving” of calories. Skipping meals or limiting your intake around or on the holidays (or anytime!) only confuses your body. This can also set you up for feeling very hungry when you do eventually eat, and can make it harder to be attuned to and/or listen to you
erikasiesennop
This Month in Food: National Apple Day, October 21
Pumpkins and pumpkin flavored everything is everywhere this time of year. This is the exact opposite of a newsflash, of course! While many enjoy all the pumpkin wonderful-ness throughout the fall, we’d be remiss if we didn’t take a moment to highlight another fall favorite: apples! To prepare you for National Apple Day on October 21, check out some fun ways to get all apple-y and celebrate: Caramel apples - You’ve got different ways to go about enjoying apples with caramel -
erikasiesennop
The Bewildering World of Food Expiration Terminology
Ever find yourself in the grocery store or in your kitchen lost in thought over all the different food expiry labels and phrases, and...
erikasiesennop
This Month in Food: National Pancake Day, September 26
Time to stack ‘em up! September 26 is National Pancake Day and we hope you celebrate with gusto. Check out the recipes below for some...
erikasiesennop
What’s the Deal with Protein?
Protein is a buzzy word these days and so much discussion (at times contradictory, no less) around it can leave one dizzied. We wanted to...
erikasiesennop
This Month in Food: August Food Holidays
August represents its season well in that it features a few food holidays that just scream summer. We’re recognizing these foods below...
erikasiesennop
In Support of Increased Food Security: A Guide to Greater Chicagoland Food Assistance Resources
In a perfect world, consistent and easy access to the nutrition we all need and deserve would be a given. The world, sadly, is not...
erikasiesennop
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