whole grains

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15 – October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. First introduced by California Congressman George E. Brown in 1968, this month serves as a recognition for the many roles that Hispanic individuals have played in our communities around the country. The dates are significant because these they represent the Independence Day celebrations of five Hispanic… Continue Reading Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15, 2022

All About Fiber

All About Fiber

January is Fiber Focus Month and it couldn’t fall at a better time. Almost every popular New Year’s Resolution can be more successful by adding fiber! So what is fiber? Dietary fiber is a type of non-digestible carbohydrate found in plant foods. There are two types of fiber – soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber… Continue Reading All About Fiber

January 6, 2017

 

Whole Grains in Your Daily Life

Today’s post was written by VT Dietetic students Hannah Winston, Miriam Eackloff, Darian Carter, Kendall Holloway, Ali Moore. There are two types of grains: whole grains and refined grains. Whole grains contain the entire kernel and refined grains have been milled. Milling is a process that removes the bran and the germ, helping make grains more… Continue Reading Whole Grains in Your Daily Life

May 16, 2016

 

Meal Planning Help for the Busy Family

Do you struggle with meal planning? Do you prepare meals for your family or just yourself? Whether you are cooking for one or more, meal planning is a skill that takes practice be learned. Even if you know how to plan and shop in advance, it still requires something precious and costly – your time.

March 12, 2015

 

Make the Switch to Whole Grains

While many of us may not have grown up eating whole grains, it’s time we start!       Whole grains are called whole because they contain all three parts of the grain as it’s found on the plant- the bran, the germ and the endosperm. Refined grains have the bran and germ removed during processing,… Continue Reading Make the Switch to Whole Grains

July 3, 2014

 

Who Else Loves Chipotle?

Written by Lindsey Kummer Part of National Nutrition Month 2014 As a college student, a lot of my meals are eaten out. Finding healthy options can be hard at times, but I want to share with you a great method of how to create healthy meals, anywhere you go! A popular fast food restaurant for… Continue Reading Who Else Loves Chipotle?

April 29, 2014

 

Putting a Spin on a Classic Dish

Written by Shane Himes Part of National Nutrition Month 2014 Growing up, spaghetti and meatballs were a staple meal in our home. We would eat this classic dish at least once a week. I say at least once a week because I love left over spaghetti! Next time you have leftovers try my personal favorite,… Continue Reading Putting a Spin on a Classic Dish

April 28, 2014