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Be more label-conscious
What can you learn from a food label? Plenty! From serving size to fat content and the amount of sodium contained in a single serving, the information contained in the Nutrition Facts label is worth...
"C" more
Vitamin C is one of our best friends when it comes to maintaining a strong immune system. Want to get some more vitamin C in your diet, naturally? Today, challenge yourself to eat some of the...
Set nutritious “sub”-goals
We all know the power of goal-setting when it comes to eating better. But what about the power of smaller, bite-size steps? Some examples: meeting your smaller total calorie goal by eliminating...
Go label-less
“Read nutrition labels.” It seems like such a harmless and wise, admonition, doesn’t it? But if everything you’re eating has a nutrition breakdown affixed to it, chances are, you probably could be...
Vegan? Do a nutrient check
Vegan diets are typically healthful in that they avoid the pitfall of excess animal fat and contain lots of veggies – but they can lack certain nutrients as well. If you’re of the vegan persuasion...
Take supplements with a grain of salt
Before you start chasing the dietary supplement train, chew on this: Scientists are still studying whether or not supplements really have the power to prevent disease. The takeaway? Anything suggested...
Find your fat limit
Do you know how much fat you should be consuming daily? Funny, neither did we. The USDA estimates that you should take in 20 to 35% of your total calories from fat, so it’s a different number for...
Put aside seed money
Seeds and nuts were a staple in traditional diets, and they’re growing in popularity again because of their tasty richness, crunchy texture, and nutritional benefits. Today, challenge yourself to add...
Give spuds a starring role
Potatoes often get short shrift as a nutrition source. But new studies show that they can have many beneficial phytochemicals. Today, challenge yourself to eat a potato the natural way: baked, plain...
Stock up on strawberries
Frozen or fresh, these naturally sweet treats deliver a healthy dose of antioxidants. Today, challenge yourself to incorporate a cup of strawberries into a meal. Try topping yogurt and Kashi granola...
Turn kids into cooks
Make stocking stuffers tasty Small packages of natural and locally grown gourmet foods make great stocking stuffers and miniature gifts. Today, challenge yourself to think outside the standard gift...
Make peanut better
Love the taste of peanut butter but want the nutritional benefits of almond butter? Try a blend of the two! Today, challenge yourself to slide a wholesome layer of rich, nutty almond butter in between...
Be a softy
A good way to remember “good” vs. “bad” fats: Healthier fats like mono- and polyunsaturated varieties are typically liquid at room temperature; harmful trans- and saturated fats are generally solid...
Bring nuts to the table
High in good fats and nutrition, many types of nuts are ideal finger foods. The next time entertain, challenge yourself to set out some nuts as snacks.
Get your iron
Iron is as strong as its connotation: The mineral carries oxygen in both blood and muscle. Not getting enough can put one at risk of iron deficiency anemia. However, getting too much is also unhealthy...
Mind your omega-3s
Most of us have heard that omega-3s are good for you. But how do can you get a regular dose of heart-healthy fat besides popping a vitamin? Start with the top contenders: fatty fish like salmon, tuna...
Get an advanced degree in flax
There’s a wealth of information on flaxseeds out there, which is great…but sometimes confusing. Supplement or food source? Ground or whole? Plus, how can you know whom to trust? First, go to a source...
Green up your greens
When it comes to greening up a salad, it’s easy to think, what’s there to add? Microgreens are a great way to boost nutrition and add more complex flavor. What are they? Microgreens are actually...
Seed your salad
Toss your usual yummy mix of veggies...then throw in a handful of seeds. Often overlooked when it comes to assembling a salad, seeds boast a complement of healthful fats and are a flavorful substitute...
Spy the sterol
Sterols, plant-based nutrients, can help the body fight absorption of “bad” cholesterol. In fact, the American Heart Association recommends foods fortified with plant sterols for folks with LDL...
Bee healthy
Natural bee products - like honey, pollen, royal jelly and propolis - are full of amino acids and bioflavonoids. Plus, they offer unique flavors nutrients. In the next 24 hours, challenge yourself to...
Demystify vitamin D
Vitamin D is vital for healthy bones and teeth. Also known as calciferol, it is found in animal foods and also converted in our bodies from UV rays. Some claim that vitamin D is not a “real” vitamin...
Vet your vegetable oil
Just because vegetable oil often appears on lists of so-called “good” fats doesn’t mean you shouldn’t carefully consider its nutrition. Many processed foods, for instance, contain hydrogenated forms...
Opt for artichokes
Artichokes are not only delicious – they just might help to lower cholesterol and promote heart health. Plus, they’re high in nutrients and fiber and low in calories. Artichoke season spans spring...
Stock up on frozen
Stocking up on vegetables that are flash-frozen is a great way to ensure that you always have nutritious ingredients on hand. But once they’re in your freezer, do you know how to use them before they...
Find a healthy substitute
Sugar, refined white flour, and saturated fats – what do they all have in common? They’re probably ingredients in recipes you make regularly. More importantly, they also have natural, minimally...
Purify your pantry
Are there tempting snacks in your pantry that undermine your healthy eating goals? Or maybe there are unhealthful ingredients like refined white flour, white sugar, and saturated fat. Today, inventory...
Create a healthy eating plan
It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the idea of overhauling your diet. After all, there’s a ton of information out there – some of which is conflicting. If you feel like you want to make healthy changes...
Hang a nutrition goal
Some people find hanging a positive goal on the fridge or a mirror really inspiring. Today, try it out. Write down – or print out – a positive health or nutrition goal and put it someplace visible...
Have a whole grain day
Want to feel really good for a day? Plan an entire day’s menu around whole grains. Easily incorporated into everything from pilafs and pastas to breads and stews, whole grains not only help you get...
Write a nutrition manifesto
What do you want to commit to nutrition-wise? Do you often say to yourself "I should eat more fruits and veggies" and then find it difficult to follow-through? Sometimes writing down your goals is all...
Chop veggies a day ahead
When you have chopped veggies conveniently on hand, do you eat them more often? Why not find out? Cutting up produce in advance saves you prep time at dinner, it also gives you something nutritious to...
Invest in a new cookbook
Sure you can browse recipes online, but there’s nothing like a well-loved cookbook cracked open next to your stove. Is your current collection full of old standards, or are there some new and more...
Bean me up
It’s hard to beat the flavor of beans cooked from scratch. From cassoulet to refried beans to split pea soup, dried beans and legumes are a favorite the world over. If time is an issue, start your...
Analyze your diet
Ever notice that recall is less than 100% reliable when it comes to what we eat each day? Real change and increased awareness of the amount of food you eat requires an honest look at what you’re...
Know what to eat
March is National Nutrition Month®. Sponsored by the American Dietetic Association (ADA) every year, this campaign’s goal is to focus attention on the importance of developing healthy eating habits...
Build up your calcium
It’s important to get enough calcium every day, regardless of your age or gender. And the sooner you start meeting your daily requirements, the better. Why? Well, in addition to using calcium to...
Get more fiber
Most of us don't have a clue about how much fiber we eat every day. Considering that high-fiber diets have been shown to help lower cholesterol, slow digestion (which keeps your stomach feeling full...
Start the day off right
Ever notice that when you eat a healthy breakfast, you tend to make healthier food choices for the rest of the day? You also tend to have a feeling of increased energy levels at work. This week...
Eat more fruits and veggies
Most people know there are numerous health benefits in a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Naturally providing vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and fiber, fruits and veggies offer a lot. But when...
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Kashi U, Black currants & walnuts
Representing the unity within your body, we created Kashi U™ cereal to promote the vitality of five body systems: Heart, Immunity, Bone, Digestion & Mind. The tasty combination of...
