Category Archive for "Children" | Nutrition Know How

09 02 2014

September is Hunger Action Month

Comments are closed Posted by Cindy Brison MS RD LMNT

Hunger Action Month Impact

September is Hunger Action Month – a nationwide campaign from Feeding America that unites communities to take action against the issue of hunger and help reach 49 million facing food insecurity. --Hunger exists in every county in the countryand impacts 16 million children. --1 in 6 people may not know where their next meal is coming from.

GAMD Makes It Easy

In partnership with Feeding America, the Great American Milk Drive is one of the many, easy ways to take action

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07 14 2014

Spinach, Leek & Smoked Sausage Pasta

Comments are closed Posted by Audra Losey, MS, RD

Today's post features a vegetable that may be new to some of you: leeks. I picked one up in my most recent CSA bag. I found a great recipe from Fruits & Veggies More Matters that puts the leek on the main stage with spinach and tasty smoked sausage. The recipe also incorporates roasted red peppers and fresh basil. (more

06 27 2014

Become a Produce Pro

Comments are closed Posted by Nancy Urbanec

Whether you purchase your produce at a grocery store, farmers market, or pick your own, everyone should follow a few simple steps to protect themselves and their family from a food-borne illness. Partnership for Food Safety Education and Fight BAC!® has developed six simple steps to follow as you enjoy the seasons fresh harvest. Step 1: CHECK . . . that the fresh fruits and vegetables are not bruised or damaged. As this allows

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Category Archives: Children

Hunger Action Month Impact

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