The bottom line is canned foods are nutritious options for your family. Focusing on low-sodium, low-sugar options can increase nutrient benefit.
Friday, February 25, 2022
Canned Food Nutrition
The bottom line is canned foods are nutritious options for your family. Focusing on low-sodium, low-sugar options can increase nutrient benefit.
Easy Homemade Granola
Eating whole grains is a great way to increase satiety and cut calorie intake. Fiber is another benefit to whole grain intake. Reading food labels is an easy way to indicate whole grain content. Aim for products that have whole grain ingredients near the top of the ingredient list. This indicates a large portion of the product is whole grains. Another way to boost intake is to make recipes that incorporate whole grains or substitute them into your favorite refined grain recipes.
Check out this easy granola recipe. Use it to top yogurt, ice cream, or add milk for a healthier cereal alternative.
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Recipe of the week: BAKED CARROT CHIPS
- Vitamin C
- Calcium
- Iron
- Biotin
- Vitamin K
- Potassium
- Vitamin B6
- Lutein
Not to mention many other potential benefits, including: weight loss, lowered cholesterol, and lowering risk of certain types of cancer development.
Aim to incorporate carrots into your weekly menu. Here is a fun recipe to try!
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Facts about ADDED SUGAR
- < 5% is generally considered low.
- >20% in generally considered high.