What is a Food Rescue Program?

What is a Food Rescue Program?

Food waste is an ever-growing problem in the United States and globally. In the United States, we waste about forty percent of food, with about one billion items just from schools alone. Food rescue programs work alongside grocery stores, schools, and farms to reduce...
Purchasing Seasonal Produce

Purchasing Seasonal Produce

Spring brings us an abundance of fresh and flavorful produce! The availability of fresh fruits and vegetables varies, providing colorful and delicious options for everyone! Eating seasonally and locally helps the environment, boosts the local economy, supports local...
March is National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month. Started in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), National Nutrition Month promotes healthy habits through informed choices. These healthy habits center on creating a balanced diet and increasing physical activity. For...
Flavor Enhancements

Flavor Enhancements

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, now is a great time to focus on enhancing the flavors of those foods you will be cooking for this holiday. Here are quick and easy tips that you can use that don’t require changing preparation times or styles. Meat, Poultry,...
How to Snack Healthier

How to Snack Healthier

It may be easier to grab a bag of chips or a slice of pizza when you are on the go or looking for a quick fix, but many snacks are the healthier choice to provide better nutrients and a lower calorie option. Although a snack can seem minor in what you eat, overall,...