This Fall, Fall in Love with Pumpkins

Fall is officially here—the air is chilly, leaves are turning colors, and pumpkins galore are found in every grocery store. But did you know that pumpkins are a lot more than just pretty fall decorations? They are nutritional powerhouses packed with healthful fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins. While one cup of cooked pumpkin has only 50 … Read more

Easy Meal Planning with the Plate Method

Meal planning with the plate method is a simple way to create healthy, balanced meals. Plan your dinner plate with the following three easy steps: Fill half of your plate with non-starchy veggies, such as asparagus, beets, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, eggplant, green beans, kale, lettuce, mushrooms, onions, peppers, radishes, spinach, and tomatoes. Make a … Read more

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