Jun 17, 2022 | Health and Wellness, Nutrition
Staying hydrated is an essential and often overlooked aspect of maintaining good health. Mild dehydration can be as little as 2% fluid loss and can affect memory, mood, concentration, and even reaction time. Increasing your daily water intake by just a few glasses can...
Jun 10, 2022 | Health and Wellness, Nutrition
Dairy products are an important source of nutrients for growing children and teens. Milk and other dairy foods such as yogurt and cheese are excellent sources of protein, calcium, and vitamins for people of all ages and activity levels. Dairy is loaded with essential...
Jun 3, 2022 | Health and Wellness, Nutrition
Add some color to your meals during National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month this June! As the peak season for many garden crops approaches, it’s the best time of the year to take advantage of these fresh finds. Fruits and vegetables provide a variety of nutrients,...
May 27, 2022 | Food, Health and Wellness
Warm weather brings more fresh and flavorful fruits and family barbecues. So make your next barbecue exciting with some fun, tasty, and nutritious snacks! These kid-friendly recipes are delicious treats for everyone! (Remember to practice proper cleaning and...
May 20, 2022 | Food Safety, Health and Wellness
Warmer weather means more picnics! Enjoying snacks and meals outside with friends and family is exciting and something to look forward to during the summer months. However, with this in mind, we also need to be conscious that we responsibly prevent foodborne...
May 13, 2022 | Health and Wellness, Nutrition
There’s no better item to serve at your warm-weather party than some chips and salsa. Salsas can be fresh or cooked. Common salsas include pico de gallo, salsa verde, or salsa taqueria. Pico de gallo is arguably the most popular type of salsa because it is light...
