It seems a dairy product is always among the top of people’s favorite foods lists…cheese anyone? Dairy is one of the most versatile food groups. You can enjoy dairy as a drink, a dip, a topping for your favorite dish, and even dessert! Dairy products boast many health benefits. Protein, though mainly found in meat, […]
It seems as if every time I go to the grocery store, there is a new variety of milk on the shelf. What will they make milk out of next? Avocados? I can picture it now… “Can I have a cup of coffee with a splash of avocado milk?” I digress… My point is, with […]
There are so many brands on the shelf when it comes to beef. Add in all of the nutrition-based claims on the front of the package and you’re sure to be confused. As a Retail Dietitian, I frequently receive questions regarding these claims and suggested healthy brands to purchase. Laura’s Lean Beef was ‘born’ in […]
The Big Game is coming up and I don’t know about you but I am mentally pre-gaming for the delcious foods and great laughs what will be had! If you caught our LIVE event on the Price Cutter Facebook page then you got a sneak peak of some of these recipe but you wanted more […]
With their dramatic, rich red coloring, beets may be one of nature’s most alluring foods. These beautiful root vegetables do double duty, with the earthy-sweet bulbs and fresh greens both offering a myriad of health benefits. Beets and their greens can be enjoyed raw, cooked, juiced, steamed, roasted, sautéed, grilled and, for those who don’t […]
We need to talk about dinner. No one wants to cook after working all day, I get it. Plus the thought of all the dishes… can someone say takeout? I’ve got a solution that will change your life!…well…at least the way you do dinner. Sheet pan dinners! All you have to do is preheat the […]
Here we are again! Another year passed and a fresh new beginning is upon us. I hear from customers, friends, and family that they are (once again) pledging to make this their healthiest year yet, will finally start exercising, and WILL lose those extra pounds. As a Dietitian, I get excited about anything that brings […]
It is not every day that you get to go wading in a giant cranberry bog! While attending the annual Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo, I got this unique opportunity, which fueled my recent obsession with everything cranberry. I was interested in learning more about why cranberries are considered a “superfood” and how to […]
Summertime means stress-free cooking, fresh flavors, and lots of sunshine! These no-bake blueberry bars are so simple to prepare and are bursting with the fresh taste of summer. Not to mention they look spectacular! As a Dietitian, I spend a lot of my time teaching clients how to identify sugar in foods and how to […]
This month we are showing Almonds some love! 5 reasons to love almonds… They’re great for on the go: 1 ounce of almonds is about 23 almonds (*Remember the 1-2-3 rule), this fits perfectly in a perfect-portion tin or in any small container that can easily slip into your bag. Check out more tips for […]
