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Nutrition Information on the Web: How to Spot False Claims

March is National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. There is a lot of bad, and sometimes even dangerous, advice swirling around...

Eight Ways to Get Five a Day

A healthy diet is often described as one that is rich in fruits and vegetables. But how many servings of produce per day is enough to really reap the health benefits? Is...

Deciphering Tricky Food Labels

Reading food labels should be a routine part of your trips to the grocery store, but it can be confusing. Food manufacturers use all kinds of misleading wording to convince consumers that...

10 Strategies for Parents of Picky Eaters

Does your toddler refuse to eat anything except chicken nuggets or mac-and-cheese? Does your preschooler rarely eat a green vegetable or fruit that is not in gummy form? Kids who are picky...

Foods Men Should Avoid as They Age

June is Men’s Health Month, a time to raise awareness and educate men about health issues that are unique to them. While women’s health gets a lot of attention, men also face...

Added Sugar is Not So Sweet

Even if you eat what you consider to be a healthy diet, you may be eating more sugar than you realize. There is so much hidden sugar in processed foods and beverages,...

Living with Food Allergies

Food Allergy Awareness Week is May 9-15, 2021. The focus is to raise awareness of food allergies and anaphylaxis. It’s estimated that more than 32 million Americans have a serious and potentially...

Growing Your Own Food for Beginners

Sustainable living is more than just a buzzword or a trend. As more and more people are finding ways they can practice a sustainable lifestyle—one that prioritizes the use of natural and...

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Crafting Budget-Friendly Meals from Your Workplace Micro Market

Navigating the scope of a workplace micro market filled with ready-to-eat meals and snacks can seem challenging when trying to maintain a...

Mindful Eating: A Journey Toward Healthier Choices and Being Present

How often do you reach for a snack after a long day without thinking about it? Maybe you’re zoning out in front...

The Hidden Dangers of Overwork and How to Advocate for a Healthier Work-Life Balance

How many people do you run into who either have unending busy to-do lists or work long hours—leaving them with no social...

The Power of Giving Back: Benefits of Volunteering for Older Adults

Modern life rarely moves at a slow pace. There’s always something to do, an appointment to keep, or a never-ending task list....

Harnessing Corporate Power: How Businesses Can Lead Hunger Action Month Initiatives

With Hunger Action Month upon us, the spotlight turns to businesses' critical role in combating food insecurity. This issue affects millions of...