Nutrition

Many people are itching to get out of their homes and enjoy the beautiful weather, which is why there's been an increased interest in forest bathing. Don't worry, this does not involve actual bathing! Quite simply, forest bathing is being in nature while having a conscious...

Other than breastmilk, I can honestly say I have never stored milk in the freezer…until now. This is the time to put that freezer to good use. Freezing is one of the easiest ways to store food for longer periods of time. Before you go to the store, check your freezer(s) to make sure you have the...

As my household has been stocking up on canned foods like never before, I had to laugh when my husband brought home a can of fruit cocktail. It’s been years since I had fruit cocktail, and it immediately made me think of my dad and his fruit cocktail cookies that he used to make. While I would...

Some of you may have noticed a new milk on the market, known as “A2 milk.” This is not one of those alternative milks, such as almond, rice, or soy, but rather it is an alternative type of cow’s milk. The claim is that A2 milk is “easier on digestion.” A2 milk supporters recommend it for those who...

As the weather is growing warmer and more and more people are itching to get out of the house, picnic meals may be the answer to those craving a change in scenery. Whether it’s a picnic in your backyard or at an open park, keep both food safety and fun in mind when planning. Unless the picnic...

An estimated 30-50 million American adults experience lactose intolerance, many of which completely avoid all dairy products. However, is abstinence from dairy products necessary? Lactose intolerance is characterized by a group of symptoms that occur after the consumption of dairy; it is due to...

This blog post is written by Illinois State University graduate student and dietetic intern, Alyssa Laing. We’re all guilty when it comes to throwing away uneaten food that we’ve let spoil or sit in the fridge past its prime time. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (...

This blog post is written by Illinois State University graduate student and dietetic intern, Alyssa Laing. Whether you’re cooking for a family or just yourself, you’ve probably come across the challenge of deciding how much food to make. We often overestimate what we will eat and end up...

It looks like a burger. It tastes like a burger. It even “bleeds” like a burger. However, this burger is not made of meat. Plant-based burgers and meat alternatives are the trendy new food that have hit the market in response to consumer’s eco-friendly demands.   What’s in a plant-based...

This blog post is written by Illinois State University graduate student and dietetic intern, Alyssa Laing. Whether you’re celebrating this season of Lent for religious purposes, or you just simply enjoy “Fish Friday’s”, incorporating weekly seafood into your diet is a great habit. Not...