Carrie Schneider-Miller MS RD Archive

07 19 2011

12 Smoothie Recipes to Beat the Heat

Comments are closed Posted by Carrie Schneider-Miller MS RD

Is summer usually this hot? In Omaha, Nebraska today it is going to be 98° degrees with a heat index of 115°. Luckily I work inside but many people are not as lucky. It is so important to stay hydrated during this extreme heat. Beat the heat by enjoying an easy and nutritious beverage, a smoothie. Smoothie is defined as a drink made from fruits, juices, vegetables, crushed ice, etc., usually with milk or yogurt, whipped in a blender until

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06 08 2011

Move Over MyPyramid. Hello MyPlate.

Comments are closed Posted by Carrie Schneider-Miller MS RD

“MyPlate” has replaced MyPyramid as the new symbol for healthy eating. The “MyPlate” symbol aims to show healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated. Even though there is a new symbol, the recommendations for healthy eating remain virtually unchanged. It is important that we enjoy our food and balance calories by enjoying smaller amounts of food. As well as limit foods high in sodium, added sugars, and refined grains. For more information check out the following resources.

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05 09 2011

Live Well Omaha – Healthy Food Options for Everyone

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Our partnership between grocery stores to provide healthier food options for people in all parts of Omaha has hit the ground running. Through federal funding UNL Extension is part of the Live Well Omaha: Douglas County Putting Prevention to Work project. UNL Extension is providing nutrition education and monthly food demonstrations. Currently we are educating in three stores (JNJ, JND and LaGuera) and five more stores are in the works.