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| News and Notes Advancing Child Nutrition |
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| Pomegranates have been gaining traction as a "superfood" in the health world. These large fruits with hundreds of bright red seeds are not new to being touted healthful. The fruit, leaves, flowers, and seeds have been used in traditional herbal medicine for thousands of years. One of the main health benefits to pomegranates are their high polyphenol content. In particular, pomegranates contain anthocyanins and tannins which aid in health promotion. More specifically, anthocyanins are linked to human disease prevention and treatment due to their anti-inflammatory and cardioprotective properties. Additionally, pomegranates are high in vitamin B6, vitamin C, and potassium. |
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| Adding plant-based meat extenders to meat dishes is one way to enhance meals. Plant-based foods added into meat dishes boost flavor, add volume, and are budget-friendly. Mushrooms increase B vitamins, selenium, and fiber of the dish while adding flavor. In a casserole, use 8 oz of raw, small diced mushrooms per 8 oz of raw meat. Lentils are similar in texture and color to cooked meat, and are good sources of protein, fiber, iron, and folate. To raw ground meat, add cooked lentils in a ratio of 3:1 or 2:1. Mashed beans in a puree may be used as a binder in meatballs or burgers. Use 3/4 cup of mashed beans per one pound of ground meat when using beans as a binder. Prunes help lock moisture into meat and add fiber to the dish. Soak prunes in hot water for 5 minutes, drain, puree and use 2-3 prunes per pound of raw meat. Finally, whole grains and seeds add volume and nutrients to meats. For example, one cup bulgur or quinoa per pound of raw meat can add volume or act as a binding agent. |
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| The prevalence of stroke in younger Americans is on the rise as well as high blood pressure. World wide this has been a trend, and one prevention method of stroke is diet. There are two dietary patterns of eating that have been studied the most in regard to stroke prevention, the Mediterranean diet and the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension). The Mediterranean diet is a largely plant-based diet high in fruits, vegetables, unrefined cereals, nuts, and olive oil, with moderate amounts of fish and poultry, and very low amounts of whole-fat dairy products, red/processed meats, and sweets. Observational studies conducted using the Mediterranean diet suggest that adherence is associated with significant reduction strokes. The DASH diet emphasizes high consumption of fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy alongside moderate amounts of whole grains, fish, poultry, and nuts. Randomized control study found those following DASH had significantly reduced both systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and therefore, reducing risk of stroke. Incorporating these dietary approaches into the diet along with not smoking, moderate alcohol intake, and moderate physical exercise may make impactful changes to lowering the risk of stroke. |
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| More About School Lunches, Nutrition and Healthy Kids |
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| American Heart Month - Heart Healthy Tips for February |
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| FDA Rules for New Food Labels |
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| 15 Apps Parents Should Know About |
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| HotLunch.com Mobile App Launched |
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| HotLunch.com is giving back |
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| Cheyenne Richards is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a private practice team that provides nutrition counseling across the U.S. and as far as Germany. She attended the University of Oklahoma where she received her Bachelor's, after which she earned her M.B.A. in Austin, Texas. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and is an American Council on Exercise Certified Health Coach. When not working, Cheyenne enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, cooking, gardening, and other outdoor activities. |
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