Eating Right

“Let food be thy medicine and medicine thy food”…so goes a quote by Hippocrates. Learn ways that nutrition can help you prevent and sometimes cure illness.

How to manage your diabetes and enjoy the holidays

Create a diabetes-friendly plan to celebrate in moderation without missing holiday traditions.
Recipe: Buffalo chicken meatballs

Slow cooker appetizer idea.
Recipe: Pumpkin nut bread

Stir up this ultra-easy quick bread and enjoy the flavors of the season.
Simple ways to curb your sweet tooth while avoiding added sugar

Sweet treats are everywhere. Cutting back on them can boost your energy and improve your health.
Brain-boosting lunches for school success

The ABCs of healthy meals for young minds.
Recipe: Baked potato bar

Perfect for many gatherings.
Recipe: Apple pancakes

Enjoy the flavors of the season.
Recipe: Sweet and spicy grilled salmon

Updated fish recipe.
The latest on sodium intake: Is salt still bad for us?

Here’s why it helps to ask and 7 ways to stick to a daily limit.
Hydration how-to: 7 ways to make drinking water more fun

Cucumber, lemon and strawberries are flavorful ways to jazz up your water.
Recipe: Blackberry cornmeal cobbler

Crunchy berry cobbler
Do you need to worry about food dyes? A dietitian's perspective

5 facts and tips for protecting your family.
Sourdough is a superfood — here's how to unlock its health benefits

Fermentation makes it delicious and easier to digest.
Recipe: Pigs (carrots) in a blanket

Vegetarian appetizer option.
Why ultra-processed foods are hard to resist — plus 3 simple ways to eat better

These convenient foods can affect your brain and body. Here's how to make healthier swaps.
Recipe: Cantaloupe shaved ice

Three ingredient dessert.
Fuel your heart: simple MyPlate portions for healthier meals

This USDA-approved system makes it easy to get the nutrients you need.
Recipe: Caramelized baked bananas

Healthier spin on bananas Foster.
Recipe: Shrimp skewers

Grill or grill pan dinner option.
Mediterranean diet offers meal plans for more energy and a clearer mind

Embrace colorful plates that burst with flavor and health.
Recipe: Fruit and beet smoothie

Sweet fruit helps cut through the earthy flavor of the beets.
Recipe: Roasted cauliflower and black bean tacos

Take taco Tuesday to the next level.
7 ways you can support your local food bank

Food insecurity affects millions of people. Here's how you can help.
Recipe: Apple cinnamon turnovers

Homemade apple dessert that’s delicious year-round.