Maybe you’ve heard about the benefits of fiber in the diet, but you’re not sure if you’re getting enough fiber. What are the benefits? And what foods contain fiber? Whole grains are an excellent source of fiber! What is Fiber? Fiber is a complex carbohydrate. There are two types,…
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Feel like identifying whole grains is a bit of a mystery? Looking to add more whole grains to your diet but not sure where to start? The Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate state that we should aim to make at least half of all grains consumed in a day…
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A quick google search of carbohydrates or “carbs” and you are likely confused about whether or not you should be consuming them. Several popular diets claim that carbohydrates are bad for your health and are associated with weight gain. However science and evidence-based research show us that carbohydrates are needed…
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I often hear how eating healthy is too expensive, but with a little planning and strategy you can get the most for your food budget! Have a Plan! Before going to the grocery store, plan your meals for the week. I like to look at the grocery store…
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Are you wanting to introduce more whole grains into your family’s meals and snacks but are worried that your child(ren) won’t eat whole grains? Childhood is an important time to establish healthy eating patterns. Encouraging children to adopt healthy eating habits from a young age can have a positive…
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During the week it can be a juggling act to prepare a balanced meal for your family between jobs, daycare pick-ups, and afterschool activities. It can be tempting to go through a drive-thru on your way home from work or when running your kids around to their various activities. From…
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From a mom of two kids who juggles working outside the home and getting kids picked up from daycare and school, here are some of our favorite weeknight meals: Rock and Roll Beef Wraps served with roasted sweet potato bites, apple slices and a glass of…
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Bulgur is white or red, hard or soft, whole wheat kernels that have been soaked, boiled, and dried. Then, 5 percent of the bran is removed and the remaining kernel is cracked into small pieces. The result is parcooked, cracked wheat. Bulgur differs from cracked wheat in that it is pre-cooked.
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Geeks, farmers and bakers unite! March 14 is National Pi Day. What better way to celebrate mathematics favorite number during Bake and Take Month then by sharing a home-baked pie with family, friends and neighbors? Pi Day To explain, pi or π is the Greek letter…
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George Washington loved his farm at Mount Vernon. Image from mountvernon.org. George Washington was not just America’s first president; he was also one of the nation’s first large scale wheat farmers. In all, Washington’s estate included five farms encompassing more than 3,000 acres of cultivated ground.
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