Millet: No ‘Run-of-the-Mill’ Grain
Environmental Nutrition Newsletter What is millet? It may not be in most kitchens, but the popularity of this grain is gaining traction. The folklore First cultivated about 10,000 years ago in Asia and Africa, millet became a food staple around the world. The Bible refers to it in bread making, the Romans ate it as […]
The Perfect Lunch Bowl: The One Formula You Need
Sitting down to a healthy lunch gives you a chance to refocus and refuel during a busy day. If you think you don’t have the time to pack your own, rethink with this strategy! All you need is 30 to 60 minutes on the weekend to prep healthy lunches for the week. Use this simple […]
Ride the Whole Grain Train
When it comes to your dietary choices, it’s a good idea to be a purist and ride the whole-grain train. In recent years, whole grains of all stripes have been gaining recognition for their nutritional clout and ability to serve as a springboard for a wide range of satisfying meals. What’s a whole grain? By […]
Environmental Nutrition: Whole grains, soyfoods and the plant-based diet
Environmental Nutrition Newsletter Whole grains linked to longer life Eating at least three servings of whole grains, such as bran, oatmeal and quinoa, every day could lower your risk of cardiovascular disease-related death. A review of studies by Harvard researchers that included 786,076 men and women found that when three servings of whole grains were […]
5 reasons to focus on fiber
By Denise Webb, Ph.D., R.D., Environmental Nutrition Newsletter When you think of dietary fiber, you may think of foods, like bran, that help move things along in your intestinal tract. And you would be right, at least partially. However, dietary fiber does a lot more than just benefit your intestines. A fiber-rich diet may also […]
