If you are getting ready for a camping trip, get excited! We’re going to talk about something very important: food. Good food can make your trip great, but bad food can ruin it. We’re going to look at camping meals that will taste amazing! When you are camping, you are out in nature with lots…
Growing older happens to everyone, but that doesn’t mean we can’t do it with kindness and energy. As we get older, our bodies change, and we may see differences in our skin, energy, and overall health. The good news is that we can have some control over how we grow older, and one of the…
Food prices are going up very fast, making it hard for many families to shop for groceries. Experts say that inflation, problems with getting food to stores, and climate issues are causing these price increases. This makes basic foods too expensive for many families. Now, shoppers have to make hard choices about what to buy…
Like many parents, I try my best to make nutritious food choices for my family. I pore over nutrition labels, stock up on fruits and veggies, and avoid anything that seems unhealthy or loaded with junk.
Did you know some of America’s most famous foods are not allowed in other countries? Rules against them often come from health worries, harm to nature, or different customs. This makes people ask why something popular at home isn’t accepted elsewhere. For instance, research by the European Food Safety Authority showed artificial colors in U.S….
You might have seen some scary news lately. Climate change, supply chain issues, and conflicts worldwide are making it tough to deliver food where it’s needed. The 2024 Global Report on Food Crises says about 282 million people in 59 countries didn’t have enough food. That’s 24 million more than last year! These numbers are…
Food labels can be confusing with many misleading claims. To choose nutritious foods wisely, we need clear guidelines to assess these claims. We asked Registered Dietitians for their approach to identifying trustworthy food claims. Their advice is the basis for this detailed list of criteria, helping you make intelligent choices about what you eat. The…
Food helps people come together, but it can also show how different generations are. Each time period creates its own special way of eating, and what we eat now is different from what our parents ate when they were young. The food that millennials eat often puzzles Baby Boomers. These differences in food tell us…
Do you remember when making food meant more than just pushing buttons on a microwave? Our kitchens have changed a lot over time. New machines, different food ideas, and busy days have made many old kitchen ways disappear. Today’s kitchens have lots of tools that help us cook quickly and easily. Still, it sometimes feels…
Busy days at work can make you miss lunch or eat unhealthy food. This can make you feel tired and unable to focus, which makes it harder to do your work in the afternoon. As a mom of three, I know how hard it is to balance household chores, family time, and eating well. It’s…
Having the right food basics at home can help with your daily meal planning. It’s not just about having food, but having the right food that can improve your cooking and make things easier. It’s also very helpful when unexpected things happen. You know those times when you can’t go shopping or when money is…
As we get older, the food we eat is very important for staying healthy. Our bodies change with age, and so do our needs for different nutrients. The American Psychological Association says that about 92% of older adults have at least one long-term health problem, like heart disease or diabetes. This shows why it’s important…
Baking is one of the best things you can do at home. The smell of fresh bread, cookies, or cakes in your kitchen makes you feel happy and relaxed right away. While baking can give you great treats, it also needs careful steps and close attention to get everything just right. When we learn these…
Most people learn basic kitchen skills by trying things out or watching others cook. While this can work, it often causes wasted food, messy counters, and extra frustration in the kitchen. Knowing the right way to handle different foods can change how you cook and help you use your ingredients better. Good food prep begins…
Let’s be honest, we Americans really love to snack. Just look at the huge $156.7 billion snack food market that’s growing by 6.9% every year! While snacks can be tasty, all that thoughtless eating of unhealthy foods has played a big role in the serious obesity problem in our country. About two-thirds of American adults…
Eating healthy can be tricky. We all know some good foods just don’t taste great. Maybe the texture feels weird, or the flavor seems strange. Some foods make us want to push the plate away. In this article, we’ll look at 13 foods packed with good nutrients that people often skip. We’ll show you how…
Frequent exposure to illness-causing environments raises the risk of catching viruses, leading to repeated sickness for many. Health professionals, such as functional medicine nurses, can provide useful advice on using nutrition to fight viruses. Functional medicine focuses on treating the root causes of disease to improve health, as shown in a Cleveland Clinic study. This…
Fall brings cool mornings, golden leaves, and great weather for a warm bowl of soup. This season fills our markets with wonderful ingredients like pumpkins, squash, sweet potatoes, and other strong vegetables that make great soups. Making soup at home might seem hard, but it’s really easy. The main steps are the same for most…
Are you storing your food incorrectly without knowing it? The fridge isn’t always the best place for keeping food fresh. Some foods actually go bad faster when they’re refrigerated. New research shows that storing food the wrong way causes about 25% of food waste at home. In this article, you’ll learn how to store food…
Eczema is a common skin problem that many people face daily. It leads to red, itchy areas on the skin that can be very uncomfortable. If you’re reading this, you or someone you care about might be looking for ways to handle eczema better. You’re in the right place! This article will talk about how…
Cooking at home is great for both money and health. Eating out often means spending too much and eating less nutritious food. Home-cooked meals using simple ingredients are a good idea. They make tasty and affordable dishes without needing complicated cooking methods or rare ingredients. Making simple meals at home is important for living a…
If you want to lose weight, you know it can be hard when you feel hungry all the time. You’re not the only one who feels this way. Many adults struggle with managing their weight, and controlling hunger is very important. The good news is that there are natural ways to help you feel full…
Storing food the right way in the fridge is key to keeping it fresh and making it last longer. Some foods don’t stay fresh for long, even when kept cold. Knowing how to store them, spotting when they go bad, and finding ways to use them before they spoil can help cut down on waste…
It’s clear that more people in the United States are becoming overweight. The reasons for this are not simple, but they mostly fall into two groups: how people live and their family history. Now, imagine eating more food without gaining weight. It may sound surprising, but choosing the right foods can actually help you lose…
Meal planning is a great way to save time and money in the kitchen. It helps lower your grocery bills, reduces wasted food, and stops the stress of deciding what to eat at the last minute. With a good meal plan, you stay organized, on budget, and choose what you eat. For families with busy…
Have you ever been really confused about what to eat and what not to eat? There’s a lot of different advice about food, so it’s no surprise that many of us are unsure about which foods are good for us. One day, a food is said to be bad, and the next day it’s called…
Food tells a story, it speaks of culture, history, and personal memories. The Baby Boomer generation came of age during a period of considerable transformation in America, and this transformation touched what they ate. New conveniences and culinary trends began to mold how families dined. Now, many dishes favored during the Boomer era have become…
Food safety is important for everyone, but many people don’t know what the dates on food labels mean. The dates on food packages can be confusing, making it hard to decide when to keep or throw away groceries. A report in 2023 showed that about 90% of Americans don’t fully understand these dates. Not knowing…