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A Visual Feast – Food as Art

This post was written by Tiana Yom Food is defined as “any substance consumed to provide nutritional support for the body.” But over the last decade, food has become more – it has taken on the role of art for many people. Food porn (as some have called it) has become popular, people posting photos of their 5-star restaurant meals…

Whole Grain Sampling Day!

This post was written by Tiana Yom Today — April 3rd  — is Whole Grain Sampling Day, a nationwide, annual initiative by the Oldways Whole Grains Council (WGC), designed to introduce consumers to the health benefits and great taste of whole grains. This year, events will take place in supermarkets, on the streets, and in foodservice establishments. And today at…

Happy Registered Dietitian Day!

This post was written by Tiana Yom Within National Nutrition Month, there is one day devoted to those who have made a commitment in helping people enjoy and live healthy lives. That day is today, March 13th – Registered Dietitian Day! Who is an RD? When you need food and nutrition information based on fact or need to know how a…

Welcome Small Bites Contributor Tiana!

Today I am welcoming another new contributor to the Nutritioulicious blog, Tiana Yom. Read on for an introduction from Tiana so you can learn a little more about her.  —————————————————————————————————————– Greetings Nutritioulicious community! My name is Tiana. I recently finished my Master in Public Health (MPH) at University of Michigan, where I concentrated in Health Behavior Health Education (HBHE). Go…

Food Trends for 2013 – Interview with Phil Lempert

Ever heard of The Supermarket Guru? His real name is Phil Lempert and he is an expert analyst on consumer behavior, marketing trends, and new products in grocery aisles. I’ve been a fan of Phil for quite some time. I subscribe to his newsletter and love his weekly roundup of New Product Hits and Misses. I love being one of…

National Cookie Day!

Guess what? Today, December 4th, is National Cookie Day! I had no idea about this when I made a batch of cookies yesterday. And it’s not like I bake every day, so what a coincidence! I had been holding on to this Everyday Food recipe for Emeril’s Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Cookies for a couple of years and finally decided to…

Win an EZ Tofu Press!

  I like tofu. I know a lot of people aren’t so into this protein source, but I enjoy it on occasion, especially when prepared in a flavorful way. The issue I have with tofu is that it can be a pain to prep. While you don’t have to worry about any foodborne illnesses or cross-contamination like you do with…

The Future of Food

The following is a guest post by Karen Kafer. Karen is a registered dietitian (RD) and Vice President of Health Partnerships-Nutrition Affairs for the National Dairy Council (NDC) with more than 25 years of corporate, nutrition and health communications experience.  It’s great to see so much attention given to the issue of nutrition and healthy eating in America – programs such as Fuel Up…

Sugar is a Scapegoat

Soda and sugar have been in the news way too much lately. Somehow sugar has become the scapegoat of our country’s obesity epidemic. Last week Mayor Bloomberg proposed a ban on the sale of soda and other sugar sweetened beverages greater than 16 ounces at stadiums, restaurants, delis, theaters, and other food sellers (although not grocery or convenience stores) in…

National Women’s Health Week

Last week we payed homage to herbs; this week we’re celebrating women’s health. The 13th annual National Women’s Health Week started yesterday (appropriately on Mother’s Day) and continues until Saturday May 19th. This year’s theme is “It’s Your Time” – and ladies, what better time than now to start taking care of your health?! Now, I hope you don’t mind if…

Healthy Meals, Healthy Students

The following is a guest post by Karen Kafer. Karen is a registered dietitian (RD) and Vice President of Health Partnerships-Nutrition Affairs for the National Dairy Council (NDC) with more than 25 years of corporate, nutrition and health communications experience.  There’s no better time to be a healthy student in America. A few weeks ago, the Food and Nutrition Service of the USDA and…