Henna Henna Muzaffar, assistant professor of Nutrition and Dietetics, and Nancy Prange, Dietetic Internship Director, were named the 2021 Nutrition Education for the Public Award of Excellence winners by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Nancy Prange They received the award for their work with
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I don’t think anyone could have predicted a year ago where we are today. With so much happening in the world today, I decided to make my final post as an Nutrition In yoU blog contributor a reflection of my experience as
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It is the end of the semester. It is also the end of my time as a contributor to the Nutrition In yoU blog. It has taken me a while to decide what topic would best serve this final entry of mine.
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Food insecurity and chronic disease are two major problems in the United States. In 2018, approximately 11% of U.S. households were food insecure, meaning that their access to adequate food for active, healthy living is limited by lack of money and other
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Cooking on a budget does not have to mean $0.10 packages of ramen noodles. Everyone is entitled to a balanced meal, even if you’re on a budget. A little research can go a long way and there are tons of resources available
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While many people are spending this time at home spring cleaning their houses, others are looking to detox or cleanse from their self-isolation diet. The media describes most detox diets as a period of fasting, followed by a strict diet of fruits,
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Many of us eat more when we feel stressed. In fact, “stress-eating” may be part of our body’s physiological response to high levels of physical and emotional stress. When we are stressed for long periods of time, our bodies release cortisol. This
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With self-quarantining and social distancing at large, it is important to stock up on healthy pantry essentials that can last several weeks. Let’s be clear that there is a difference between panic shopping and being prepared. Preparation for COVID-19 quarantine involves smartly
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In recent weeks, it almost seems as though we have entered an altered reality. Our daily habits, conveniences, the way we socialize, work, and care for our families and ourselves has dramatically changed. One of the stark differences many face is the
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It’s finally March, the month all registered dietitians and nutrition students wait for. During the month of March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) invites everyone to celebrate National Nutrition Month through focusing on making informed food choices, as well as
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I recently read the statistic that 60% of girls between the age of 6 and 12 years old are concerned with their weight or about becoming fat. This made me reflect on my life as a school-aged child. I remember playing with
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It’s that time of the semester that most university students rely on coffee to stay awake and alert. In fact, 54% of Americans over the age of 18 drink coffee everyday. Although coffee should not be used to replace a good night’s
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