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Healthy Monday: Straight Talk on Protein

November 2nd, 2009 · 2 Comments

There seems to be a lot of chatter lately about the nutritional value of meatless meals. While some agree limiting meat is a healthy choice, others worry that plant-based fare won’t provide adequate protein. Truth is, by having a Meatless Monday, you not only are nourishing your body with sufficient and diverse protein sources, you’re taking strides toward better health.

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Pumpkin’s Culinary Potential

October 26th, 2009 · No Comments

You may be surprised to learn the culinary potential of the pumpkin goes way beyond a can of pumpkin pie mix. Underused in American cooking, this nutritional powerhouse is revered for its leaves, seeds and roasted flesh in other countries.A member of the gourd family, pumpkins are packed with dietary fiber, potassium and vitamins A, B and C. With so many nutrients and very few calories, it’s no wonder Jack O’ Lantern can’t stop grinning!

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Healthy Monday: Baltimore Schools Go Meatless

September 28th, 2009 · 1 Comment

The Baltimore City Public School system is about to become the first fully Meatless Monday school system in the U.S. They’re joining a growing international movement of individuals, organizations, communities and cities making the commitment to lower meat consumption and enjoy a plant-based diet on Mondays.

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Healthy Monday: Eating Green at “The” Garden

September 21st, 2009 · No Comments

The beginning of autumn marks the point when many of our favorite fruits and vegetables are ripe for the picking. This year, harvest has become a national affair. Michelle Obama’s famed White House garden is in bloom and ready to offer its bounty to a country hungry for nutritional guidance. Food columnist and author Mark Bittman recently journeyed to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue to discover what the Obamas can teach us about healthful eating.

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Healthy Monday: Good Nutrition Starts at School

September 14th, 2009 · 1 Comment

Kids need fresh, wholesome, nutrient-dense foods to ensure proper brain development; talk about a no-brainer! You can’t nourish children on a steady diet of processed foods full of fatty, empty carbs and sugary soda or juice.

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Healthy Monday: Go Flexitarian for Your Health

August 24th, 2009 · 4 Comments

From our friends at Healthy Monday…
Dawn Jackson Blatner, a registered dietitian, considered herself a vegetarian. Her diet consisted almost entirely of plant-based foods, but she didn’t want to deprive herself of the occasional hamburger at a back yard barbeque or her favorite family recipes. Rather than remain a “closet meat-eater”, Dawn redefined her habits. She [...]

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Healthy Monday: Who Will Be Tomorrow’s Julia Child?

August 17th, 2009 · No Comments

From our friends at Healthy Monday…
The day Julia Child flipped her potato pancake onto the stove on her live show The French Chef was a key moment in culinary history. It reminded viewers that mistakes happen; it took some of the fear out of cooking. In this summer’s box office hit Julie and Julia, Meryl [...]

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Healthy Monday: Meatless Goes Mainstream in Southern California

August 10th, 2009 · No Comments

From our friends at Healthy Monday…
Here at Healthy Monday, we’re deeply committed to supporting people and organization working to improve personal health around the country. This Monday we highlight The Veggie Grill, well known in Southern California for serving classic American comfort food. Their menu includes such favorites as BBQ Wings, Chicken Caesar Wraps and [...]

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Healthy Monday: Edible Aria Makes Food Sing

July 27th, 2009 · No Comments

From our friends at Healthy Monday…
These days, blogs of all stripes are spreading the word about key health issues. One of our favorites is Edible Aria, a recipe and news blog that advocates sustainable eating. Ren, the chef, writer and photographer behind Edible Aria, offers recipes for organic, unprocessed foods, plus pertinent articles and quick [...]

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Healthy Monday: Climate Education Turns On Teens

July 20th, 2009 · No Comments

From our friends at Healthy Monday:

American teenagers live a fast paced life surrounded by modern technology. They spend their time talking and texting on cell phones, studying and surfing the web and grabbing fast food while driving between home, work, school and social activities. The Alliance for Climate Education (ACE) explains the environmental dangers of [...]

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