Any time we switch from pale "greens" like iceberg lettuce to darker-colored leafy greens like kale, spinach and Romaine, we gain important phytochemicals and antioxidants that are present in larger quantities in darker-colored vegetables...
Want to learn more about beets? Today is your lucky day! This post features an amazing Beet Fact Sheet that explores the links between beets and good health. Take a look at what we found...
Remember the Nutrients of Concern series we ran about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans? It turns out that -- in addition to calcium, dietary fiber, potassium, and vitamin D, which are of concern for almost all Americans -- there are additional nutrients of concern for specific groups. Let's tackle them today!
What do you know about citrus? What do your clients know? Today I want to offer a closer look at the basics of citrus -- what types of citrus fruits there are, what nutrients they contain, what impact on health they can have, and ways to incorporate them into a healthful eating pattern. There's even a new handout, if you know where to look!
It's time for a closer look at beets. These nutrition powerhouses are fantastic sources of nutrients and fiber. Plus, they're very versatile, especially when it comes to cooking. It's easier to incorporate them into a balanced diet than you might think, especially with a little know-how. So let's dive in to Beet 101!
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Micronutrient Review
Now that the Vital Micronutrients series is complete, it's time to wrap things up. Here's our micronutrient review...
Micronutrients: Folate
We've returned with more micronutrient fun, and today's micronutrient is...folate!
10 Things You Should Know About Nutrients
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Let's Talk About Folic Acid
Expanding the types of foods that may be fortified with folic acid may help to continue to decrease the incidence of neural tube defects...
Focusing on Dressing: Are We Missing the Point?
Any time we switch from pale "greens" like iceberg lettuce to darker-colored leafy greens like kale, spinach and Romaine, we gain important phytochemicals and antioxidants that are present in larger quantities in darker-colored vegetables...
Fun Beet Fact Sheet
Want to learn more about beets? Today is your lucky day! This post features an amazing Beet Fact Sheet that explores the links between beets and good health. Take a look at what we found...
Nutrients of Concern: Folate and Iron
Remember the Nutrients of Concern series we ran about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans? It turns out that -- in addition to calcium, dietary fiber, potassium, and vitamin D, which are of concern for almost all Americans -- there are additional nutrients of concern for specific groups. Let's tackle them today!
Citrus 101
What do you know about citrus? What do your clients know? Today I want to offer a closer look at the basics of citrus -- what types of citrus fruits there are, what nutrients they contain, what impact on health they can have, and ways to incorporate them into a healthful eating pattern. There's even a new handout, if you know where to look!
MyPlate Fruit Quiz
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Beets 101: Everything You Need to Know
It's time for a closer look at beets. These nutrition powerhouses are fantastic sources of nutrients and fiber. Plus, they're very versatile, especially when it comes to cooking. It's easier to incorporate them into a balanced diet than you might think, especially with a little know-how. So let's dive in to Beet 101!
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