[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]I know Spring has arrived is when I see fiddlehead ferns in the produce section. Although these friendly little greens are pricey, they payback big in taste and nutrition. Fiddleheads are low in calories, cholesterol and sodium and high in vitamin A, C, zinc, potassium, phosphorus, iron and magnesium. Sautee them in some oil and garlic and you not only … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This dish is always a big hit so I thought I’d share it. It’s a very easy, flexible recipe that evolved out of a hodgepodge of ingredients I had in my kitchen and some inspiration from an edamame dish I had at Whole Foods. It gets rave reviews from both adults and kids and I’ll admit, it’s really fun to say “succotash”! I apologize … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Student-run vegetable gardens are a growing trend in schools. Gardening is a great activity for kids – it promotes health and connection to nature and community. Kids are more likely to eat vegetables if they participate in growing them. Gardening is also a great way to get kids outside and active. Michelle Obama helped spark this trend when she … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Need a little pick-me-up? I imagine we all could use one in this weather. Thankfully, it looks like the sun is finally making an appearance. Unfortunately, many people struggle with more than just the rainy day blahs. Depression effects over 18.8 million Americans and is most common in woman age 25-44. The cause can be physiological, emotional and/or environmental. Psychotherapy and at times, medication, … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What should I eat? Such a simple question, yet so difficult to answer these days. Information overload has led most of us (yes, dietitians included) into a state of nutrition quandary. The truth is, you already know what to eat. The solution isn’t in the latest diet book or on the web or in any person, health professional or otherwise. Although it’s certainly … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]I went to a conference yesterday on feeding strategies for kids on the autism spectrum. Susan Roberts, MDiv/OTR/L shared some useful approaches on improving mealtime for these kids (and their parents). I was the only dietitian in the group which ended up being a great thing since I learned a ton from the OT’s and … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Spring is here and with it, come farmers markets and fresh produce. Now is the time to look into joining a CSA. If you’d like to join a CSA but don’t know much about it, read on. “CSA” or Community Shared Agriculture refers to a group of individuals who collectively support farm costs. It provides an opportunity … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Spring is here and with it comes a desire to clean. What better time to look through your closet and get rid of those clothes that don’t fit? Many people hang onto “skinny” clothes or even buy items a size too small because they think it will inspire them to lose weight. In my experience, this rarely … Read more