Tag: Food

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Dairy Council of California has released the latest edition of The Healthy Eating TABLE, a thought leadership publication that translates, amplifies and bridges the latest evidence in nutrition and dairy science. This edition focuses on the critical role nutrition, including dairy foods, plays in supporting healthy aging. As California’s older adult population continues…

There’s no denying that cooking at home is often the healthier choice when pit against dining out or ordering in. However, throughout the culinary process, there are plenty of moments where we might inadvertently contribute to bodily inflammation. From ingredients and equipment to techniques and timing, all of it can add to or detract from…

Gut-healthy snacks like yogurt, citrus and nuts may lower your risk of colon cancer. Gastroenterologist-approved foods like apples, watermelon and guacamole support digestion. A healthy diet can’t replace medical care, but it plays a key role in lowering chronic disease risk. Colon cancer rates are on the rise, especially for young adults, so it’s more…

Adding lentils and quinoa to white rice boosts protein and fiber in a simple rice cooker recipe. Dietitian Kylie Sakaida’s viral tip makes white rice healthier using just three easy ingredients. Small changes like mixing in lentils can make meals more filling and nutritious without losing flavor. When it comes to planning healthy meals, white…

Ultra-processed foods get a bad rap. Is it always deserved? Here’s the skinny on UPFs. Nutrition label reading can be a traumatic experience.   There you are in the grocery store, innocently shopping for a weekend  of football watching with your friends,  and you happen to look at the label of your beloved Nacho Cheese Doritos. …