“When you’re hungry, you don’t care about eating healthy.” It’s a myth so often repeated that it’s become entrenched in our culture – the idea that families living with food insecurity are happy to reach for chips or soda to get the calories they need to make it through the day. But across Central Florida, the facts tell a different story: Folks are hungry for nutritious … [Read more...] about Pass the Veggies: Central Florida Is Hungry for Nutrition Education
Good Nutrition, From Pantry to Plate
Salad or soda. Carrot sticks or potato chips. Chicken soup with rice … or chicken nuggets with fries. When it comes to nutrition, not all choices are created equal. Parents want their kids to grow up healthy and happy, and most of us know that diet – what we eat, how much, and how it’s cooked – plays a major role in overall well-being. But for the tens of thousands of … [Read more...] about Good Nutrition, From Pantry to Plate
5 Tips for Reading Food Labels to Truly Understand What Is in Your Food
In a world brimming with dietary choices and food products, the ability to read and comprehend food labels is more critical than ever. The Nutrition Facts Label is an essential tool for helping consumers navigate their decisions when shopping for food, especially amongst consumers with specific dietary restrictions or chronic illnesses such as diabetes or high blood pressure. … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Reading Food Labels to Truly Understand What Is in Your Food
