Food of the Month: Parsnip
Whether you eat parsnips regularly, or they’re new to you, now is the best time to be incorporating this heart-healthy vegetable. Similar to carrots and parsley, parsnips are a tapered winter root...
View ArticleHot, healthy lunches for the cold winter months
by Ruth Ranks, Registered Dietitian and Renew Program Manager, Beaumont – Farmington Hills What sounds better than a hot bowl of soup or warm stew on a cold winter’s day? If you’re craving comfort...
View ArticleWhat the Heck is Kombucha?
Kombucha is the latest trendy beverage to line your grocery store shelves. It’s a fermented mixture of tea with bacteria and yeast, often called mushroom tea because of the mushroom-shaped build-up...
View ArticleFood of the Month: Pistachios
Pistachios are one of the world’s oldest nuts that are available today in various forms including shelled, unshelled, flavored and unflavored. A mature pistachio ranges from yellowish to greenish in...
View ArticleGirl Scout Cookies Ranked by Nutritional Facts
by Shannon Szeles, Beaumont Clinical Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist It’s that time of year again! Girl Scouts are hitting the pavement to sell their cookies and sucker us into the cookie...
View ArticleWhat the Heck is Dandelion Coffee?
Often thought of as a pesky weed, dandelions are known for taking over lawns, gardens, pavement and fields. Luckily for us, they can also be used for a delicious and nutrient rich beverage. What is it?...
View ArticleFood of the Month: Spinach
We all know spinach is the super food that gives Popeye his super strength. Spinach’s bright, vibrant leaves are not only appealing to the eye, but incredibly nourishing as well. In fact, spinach is...
View Article5 Tips on How to Handle Food Cravings
An irresistible craving for sugar, carbohydrates or salt… we’ve all been there. Food cravings that are strong enough to send you straight to the refrigerator can easily break your weight loss...
View ArticleHealth Benefits of Matcha Tea
The world seems to be going crazy for matcha tea, incorporating it into various recipes from lattes to even brownies. Matcha tea, made from matcha powder, has been praised by Zen Buddhists for...
View ArticleFood of the Month: Cauliflower
Cauliflower, known for its spongy white appearance, is a member of the cruciferous family, along with broccoli, kale and cabbage. Its preparation versatility makes it a popular veggie, while also being...
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