June is National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month. It has warmed up in Utah, and locally grown, fresh produce is easy to find! Whether you are harvesting from your own garden or purchasing it from somewhere else, it is a great time to refocus on including fresh fruits and veggies in your diet. If you… Continue reading Get It While It’s Fresh! // Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Food safety is not something you practice at home alone it starts the moment you enter the grocery store. When grocery shopping separate raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs from other foods by using plastic bags, if available. Once you get to check out try and bag meat, poultry, and seafood separately from other food… Continue reading Separate: Don’t Cross Contaminate // Create Safe Food
Have you heard of quick breads before? Have you ever wondered why they are called quick breads? Quick bread is a type of bread that is leavened with baking powder or baking soda instead of yeast. It is called "quick" because it doesn't require the long rising times that yeast breads do. Quick breads come… Continue reading What is Quick Bread? 6 Tips for Baking the Perfect Loaf Every Time!
Are you struggling to afford healthy food for yourself and your family? You're not alone. Many people are feeling the pinch of increased living costs, including rising food prices. But there's hope. The Create Better Health Utah SNAP-Ed Online course is a free resource that can help you learn how to eat healthy on a… Continue reading Fight the Rising Costs of Living with Create Better Health Utah SNAP-Ed Online
It is Every Kid Healthy Week, a national celebration that highlights the importance of nutrition, physical activity, and learning. If your school or community isn't participating in Every Kid Healthy Week, celebrate at home by promoting emotional wells, healthy food choices, and physical activity. For example: Mindful Monday: Talk to your children about social emotional… Continue reading Every Kid Healthy Week // A Celebration of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Learning
Bananas are a delicious and nutritious fruit that are loved by people of all ages. Not only are they packed with vitamins and minerals, but they're also versatile and can be used in a wide variety of dishes. One of the easiest ways to enjoy bananas is to simply peel and eat them as a… Continue reading Banana Split Bread Recipe: A Delicious and Healthy Twist on a Classic Dessert
April is National Grilled Cheese Sandwich month. A grilled cheese sandwich is an American comfort food. Many families have their favorite way to make them - there's no right or wrong way! You start with a couple of slices of bread, add a little cheese, and then heat. Easy peasy! Did you know you can… Continue reading Kids Create // Upgrade A Grilled Cheese
https://youtu.be/mIQfWbYuh4I Create Better Health Online Course Preview Create Better Health Online Course The Create Better Health (SNAP-Ed) Online Course is a free 8-lesson video-based course that will help you learn how to eat well and be active on a budget! You can move through the material as fast or as slow as you’d like. Some… Continue reading Create Better Health Online Course
Are you struggling to make ends meet because food and rent are high? You're not alone. Many families across the country are feeling the squeeze on their budgets. Fortunately, there are resources available to help you save money and eat healthily. One such resource is the Create Better Health Utah (SNAP-Ed) online course. This course… Continue reading Eating Healthy Doesn’t Have to be Expensive – with Create Better Health Utah Online Course
Cold weather has set in, and the days are shorter here in Utah. This combination can lead to a more sedentary lifestyle. The term sedentary means a lot of sitting or lying down, with very little exercise. When you are sedentary, your body is affected in several ways: You burn less calories, which may lead… Continue reading Don’t Let Work Weigh You Down // Peanut Butter Crumble Muffins
Salt, also known as sodium, tends to get a bad rap in the nutrition world. Your body actually needs salt. The problem is that most people get much more than they need. When this happens, it is time to halt the salt! Too much sodium puts you at risk for developing high blood pressure, heart disease,… Continue reading Halt the Salt // Greek Pasta Salad
This salad is perfect as a light and healthy lunch or as a side dish for dinner. The combination of sweet strawberries, crunchy sunflower seeds, and tangy dressing pairs perfectly with the fresh and earthy flavor of baby spinach. Nutritional Benefits This salad is packed with highly nutritious foods that offer a wide range of… Continue reading Easy Spring Recipe: Strawberry and Spinach Salad With Sunflower Seeds
Any food made from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley, or another cereal grain is a grain product. Grains are divided into 2 subgroups: whole grains and refined grains. MyPlate recommends making half of your grains, whole grains. Whole grains are nutritious and contain a fiber-rich outer bran layer, the nutrient-packed germ, and the starchy endosperm… Continue reading Grains // Slow Cooked Oatmeal
Do you have extra veggies in the fridge? What about fruit you don't want to spoil? Don't let the extra go to waste - make a kabob! Use steak, chicken, or go vegetarian. A fruit kabob makes a fun and tasty dessert. Be creative and see what you can come up with. Use our Create… Continue reading Create a Kabob // Garlic Parmesan Steak Kabobs
Start off the day on the right foot with this tasty and healthy breakfast spinach and mushroom wrap. Ready in just 15 minutes. This delicious meal will become a household favorite! Grocery List: Whole Grain Tortillas Eggs Shredded Cheese Mushrooms Spinach Minced Garlic Recipe Breakdown Start by washing and dicing your mushrooms. If you purchased… Continue reading Tasty & Healthy Breakfast Spinach and Mushroom Wraps
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics designates March as National Nutrition Month®. It’s a great time to focus on the basics of a healthy diet and set a few goals to be healthier. This year, the theme of National Nutrition Month® is “Fuel for the Future”. Our health habits today impact our future. Make some goals this… Continue reading National Nutrition Month® // Fuel for the Future
February is Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. In fact, 1 in 4 deaths each year are caused by heart disease. Although you may find this alarming, there is some good news! Heart disease can often be prevented. It's all about making healthy… Continue reading Heart Health Month // Mexistrone Soup
You’ve seen the bags of dried beans sitting on the shelves of the grocery store, but have you ever tried cooking with them? It is easier than you would think, it just takes a little planning ahead of time. In this post, you'll find information on the benefits of dry beans, plus some mouthwatering recipes… Continue reading The Benefits of Dry Beans – Bean Burrito Bowl with Elote
There are four basics to food safety: Clean Separate Cook Chill Clean: Wash Your Hands and Cooking Areas Kitchens are full of germs that can easily be transferred to the food you eat. Prior to cooking food, wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and warm or cold water. Repeat this… Continue reading Food Safety // The Basics
Smoothies are popular among all ages. You can create a delicious and nutritious smoothie from simple foods in a jiff too! What is a Smoothie? Smoothies are creamy beverages typically full of blended fruits, vegetables, yogurt, milk, or juices. Some people add nuts or seeds too! When creating a smoothie you choose 2-3… Continue reading Create a Smoothie // Delicious and Nutritious
