School is back in session, and kids and parents are busy shuttling from class to sports practice and music lessons. Making sure that everyone has enough fuel to get the most out of school and extracurricular activities is an important responsibility as a parent. While chips and candy from a vending machine or French fries at a fast food... Read more
Protein is an important part of the diet. When we eat protein, it gets broken down into amino acids which the body uses as building blocks to make new proteins that the body needs to grow or maintain itself. Protein is found throughout the body including hair, muscle, and blood.
Meats such as beef, lamb, and pork are good sources of... Read more
Summertime comes along with picnics, barbecues, camping, and other fun activities. However, warm temperatures also increase the risk for foodborne illnesses that can put a damper on summer plans. The following tips will help you and your family enjoy a healthy summer.
1. Wash your hands. Many gastrointestinal illnesses... Read more
As food and gas prices continue to rise, grocery bills are
taking a bigger bite out of the household budget. When consumers have to worry about food
costs, they may also struggle to maintain a healthy diet. However, it is still
possible to have nutritious meals on a budget. Here are some suggestions to
keep your both your waistline and... Read more
Question: My doctor says that my leg cramps are from being
low in potassium. Are there certain
foods that have a lot of potassium? Can
I eat too much potassium?
Potassium is a mineral that is important for the body to
function properly. Potassium is the
element 19 on the periodic table and is represented by the symbol "K." Almost all... Read more
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