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Do You Know Your Beans?
By: Jodie Shield, RD Beans belong to the family of plants known as legumes, of which there are about two thousand varieties all over the world. Beans are a key ingredient in many ethnic foods. Hummus (pureed garbanzo beans mixed with seasonings) is a popular dish in the Middle ... more
Read moreHealthy Families Eat Beans
By: Jodie Shield, RD While beans may not be magical enough to grow a fairy-tale beanstalk, they do work their own kind of magic on our health. Several studies suggest that eating beans may prevent heart disease, reduce one’s risk of developing colon cancer, and help to control diabetes. Although ... more
Read morePortion Distortion
By: Jodie Shield, RD When kids follow the MyPlate recommendations for daily servings, they are well on their way to healthy eating and a healthy weight. Unfortunately, many kids today seem to be suffering from “portion distortion.” When talking about what kids eat or drink, keep these definitions in mind: ... more
Read moreHow To Buy Eggs
By: Jodie Shield, RD When it comes to buying eggs, it’s not six of one, half dozen of the other. Brown, jumbo, grade A, organic -there are so many factors to consider.As you’re checking out the carton and reading the Nutrition Facts panel, here are few handy definitions to ... more
Read moreHard Facts About Soft Drinks
by Jodie Shield and Mary Mullen, RD MS In 2009 sales of carbonated beverages totaled $18.7 billion—that is about $5 billion more than total milk sales! One reason why soft drinks are so popular is the price. Kids learn quickly that they can get more “bang for their buck” by buying a super-size ... more
Read moreFishy Business – What’s the Deal With Seafood and Mercury?
By: Jodie Shield, RD In my last blog, you read all about the health benefits seafood has to offer you and your family. But when it comes to mercury and food safety, things starts to (pardon the pun) smell a little fishy. Here’s why. Nearly all fish and shell fish contain traces of methylmercury – the ... more
Read moreEat Fish and Reel in the Health Benefits
By: Jodie Shield, RD Most of us regard seafood as grown-up food, but studies show that kids can benefit from eating fish, too. Seafood provides an excellent source of high-quality, easily digestible protein that will help your child grow and stave off infections. Seafood is also low in calories, ... more
Read moreWhat a Catch!
How to get your kids hooked on fish and lure them toward a lifetime of healthy eating. By: Jodie Shield, RD Every summer my three kids look forward to trekking to Northern Michigan and fishing with their dad and uncles. The expedition’s highlight is when Uncle Mike transforms ... more
Read moreComing to Terms with Chocolate
By: Jodie Shield, RD According to Forest Gump’s momma, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” I agree. Any chocoholic knows: Not all chocolate is created equal. Some taste bitter others sweet. Some are dark others white. Keep in mind, all chocolate is made ... more
Read moreKids Unplugged
By: Jodie Shield, MED, RDN Whether your child is in preschool or high school, one thing is for certain — it is time for you to seize the remote and take control. Reducing the amount of time your child or teen spends with media will have a positive impact on his ... more
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