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As COVID-19 restrictions loosen and Americans continue to get vaccinated, you may safely enjoy one of life’s simple pleasures again – an outdoor gathering with family and friends! Many of life’s celebrations involve food, and it is possible to partake while also managing your diabetes. Here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind:…
We find blue, indigo, and purple at the end of the rainbow, and we find those at the end of our “eating in color” series too! The deep blue and purple colors in fruits and vegetables are due to the presence of anthocyanidins. These are powerful antioxidants which support the immune system. They may also…
Let’s celebrate the bright colors and sweet flavors of orange and yellow fruits and vegetables! Orange produce is full of Vitamin C that provides an immune system boost, sweeps out free radicals, and is important for healthy skin and bones. They also provide Vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene, which boosts eye health and…
Our Eating in Color series starts with red! Red fruits and vegetables are in abundance during the summer, with tomatoes, strawberries, peppers, watermelon, radishes, and cherries all coming into season. Not only are these some of the most delicious tasting produce options, they are also full of health benefits. They contain nutrients such as Vitamin…
Everyone loves a snack! Snacks should be a planned part of your child’s daily food intake. A good snack can help them to make it from one meal to the next, serve as a little treat, or even give a burst of energy before an activity. Here are some tips for making the most…
Celebrate National Apple Month during the month of October. Increasing consumer knowledge and usage of apples are the key messages of this campaign. Did you know that there are nearly 7,500 varieties of apples grown throughout the world? (2,500 grown in the US alone) Now that’s a lot of apples! Apples are a great snack…
A month-long celebration to focus on a wide variety and types of fruits and vegetables. Given that only 1 in 10 adults meet the recommended number of servings for fruits and vegetables according to the CDC, now is the time to start making some healthier choices. Research further shows that increased fruit and vegetable intake…
Strawberry season is nearly upon us. All berries are loaded with antioxidants, making them a nutritious, grab n go snack. Each 3/4c of fresh strawberries provides only 93 calories and is an excellent source of Vitamin C and a very good source of folate, potassium and fiber. That’s not all… they’re also sodium and fat…