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Managing Stress Eating During “Lockdown”
March 2020 is when we felt our world change. COVID-19, social distancing, and lockdown all became normal terms in our lives. The media describes these times as unprecedented.
Understanding Metabolism
Metabolism refers to the processes that occur in our bodies, from breathing to thinking to running – you name it!
5 Tips for Travel: Summer-Time!
Here are 5 easy tips for summer travel – including staying hydrated and nourished whether you’re on the road, camping, or flying!
Work smarter, not harder – Meal prepping edition
Work smart, not hard when it comes to meal prep! It’s easier to create healthy eating habits today where healthy foods are readily available.
Healthy lunch options for back to school
Sandwiches are an easy go-to and have their place, but the same mayo and mustard topped with deli meat can leave kids and parents feeling a little bored after a while.
Tips for Staying Healthy During the Summer
With the start of a new season, it can also be a great time of the year to focus on health and wellness goals. Here are some tips to help you stay healthy during the summer months.
What’s Your Food Hiding? The Secrets of Hidden Sugar
What do you think of when a dietitian asks where do you get sugar from? The typical responses are desserts, like cookies and cakes, beverages like sodas and sweet tea, and fruits (though they are a natural sugar source).
Season’s Eatings
If you developed a new love for cooking-you are among the lucky few that have learned what a treasure trove of produce ingredients we have here in North Carolina that are locally grown and produced.
Preserve the Taste of Summer in your Freezer
In North Carolina, summer is quickly approaching. Summer brings more than sun and mosquitos; it comes with a plethora of fresh seasonal produce. Soon the farm stands will be bursting with more berries, melons, cucumbers, tomatoes, and corn than we know what to do with. Sadly, summer and the goodies it brings cannot last forever.
Back in the Office? A Guide to Packing a Healthy Lunch
After a year of being home, many are now finding themselves heading back into the office or the classroom. With this transition to working in a different setting, it is inevitable that mealtimes will look different as well.
Recipes
Avocado Egg Salad
Written by: Grace Burton, MS, RDN, LDN Try this easy, flavorful recipe for a quick lunch option – if you boil the eggs ahead of time, you can make this meal come together in 5 minutes. The avocado incorporates heart-healthy fats into a typically mayonnaise-heavy...
Weeknight Teriyaki Chicken
Written by: Bonnie Wilson, MS, RDN, LDN This simple teriyaki chicken recipe is sure to be an instant hit! Made in under 30 minutes, it can make for a great weeknight protein option. To make it a balanced meal, throw it over a salad. Enjoy! Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook...
Chocolate Almond Butter Banana Smoothie Bowl
Written by: Julia Bumpus, MS, RDN, LDN Summertime is the perfect time for a cool treat and smoothie bowls are great way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Because they are thick, you can devour from a bowl with a spoon and your choice of toppings! This bowl is lower in...
Orzo Salad with Grilled Vegetables
Written by: Doris Nicolas-Mir, MPH, RDN, LDN, CDCES Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Makes: 5 servings Summer is a great time of the year to take advantage of seasonal vegetable options. This colorful dish can be used as a side dish or meatless meal option....
Honey Sriracha Meatballs
Written by: Nadeen N. Risi, MS, RDN, LDN This easy protein can be a great addition to any meal and it can be prepped ahead of time – spend 30 minutes on the weekend and have most of a meal already made for the week. Sweet and spicy, these meatballs can be paired up...
Summer Berry Salad
Written by: Avance Care Registered Dietitian Diane Butler, RD, LDN CDCES Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Makes: 8 servings Ingredients: 16 ounces mixed baby greens 1½ cups strawberries 1½ cups blueberries 1 large red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup shredded...