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4 Fall Foods for Your Family

Summer's bounty of tomatoes and peaches may be over, but fall has its own advantages such as these delicious fall foods. Learn some simple, kid-friendly ways to add them to your family's meals.

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Malnutrition Awareness Week

How an RDN Can Help with Malnutrition

Malnutrition may be found in one of two forms: undernutrition or overnutrition. Patients who are at risk for malnutrition are referred to a registered dietitian nutritionist for further assessment. This assessment may include a Nutrition Focused Physical Exam. Learn more in honor of Malnutrition Awareness Week.

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Holidays and Celebrations

Yom Kippur

Known as the Day of Atonement, this Jewish holiday begins at sundown on September 24, 2023. Learn about the various traditions, including how to prepare for fasting and ways that different families break the fast.

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9 Fall Produce Picks to Add to Your Plate

The sun is setting sooner, the nights are getting cooler and wool socks are starting to sound like a cozy idea. This is the perfect time to celebrate the seasonal gems of autumn! Head to your local market and fill your basket with these fall produce picks

Malnutrition and Deficiencies

A physical state of unbalanced nutrition, malnutrition can mean undernutrition or overnutrition.

Teen Nutrition for Fall Sports

Fall is a great season for stop-and-go sports. Here are four key nutrition tips to keep your teen athlete nutritionally balanced, energized and ready to play.

What is the Nutrition Focused Physical Exam?

The Nutrition Focused Physical Exam, or NFPE, is a physical exam that RDNs perform to assess nutritional status or evaluate malnutrition.

What to Look for in Cottage Cheese

Packed with protein, cottage cheese is a soft, fresh cheese with a tangy flavor. Learn more about this popular food, including ways to enjoy it — from eating as is to adding savory or sweet toppings or even as an ingredient in other dishes.

What is Malnutrition?

Malnutrition is a physical state of unbalanced nutrition. It can mean undernutrition or overnutrition. When most people think of malnutrition, they usually picture undernutrition.

Food Insecurity and Health

Malnutrition can be an unintended consequence of food insecurity and it can attribute to many health conditions and chronic diseases.

Understanding Dates on Food Labels

Are you confused by the dates on your food labels? Learn what they mean and how to tell if your food is still safe to eat.

4 Fall Foods for Your Family

Summer's bounty of tomatoes and peaches may be over, but fall has its own advantages such as these delicious fall foods. Learn some simple, kid-friendly ways to add them to your family's meals.

Shop Healthy on a Budget

The key to smart, budget-friendly grocery shopping is to plan ahead for the week, and, with a little know-how and advance planning, you can enjoy nutritious foods while sticking to a tight budget.

Understanding Sustainability Labels on Restaurant Menus

With the rise of consumer interest in protecting the environment and desire to purchase from companies that have sustainable practices, restaurants are exploring ways to minimize their impact on the environment and let consumers know about these efforts.

Feed Your Family Healthfully on a Limited Budget

Even if you're struggling to pay your bills, there are resources available to help you and your family eat nutritious meals.

How an RDN Can Help with Malnutrition

For patients who are malnourished, RDNs can work with them to improve their nutritional status.

20 Money-Saving Grocery Shopping Tips

With rising prices and falling budgets, it's more challenging than ever to bring home the fixings for balanced meals. Here are some tips to save you money while nourishing your family.

Learn To Cook At Home

Here are eight tips to develop basic cooking skills, especially if you have a small kitchen, limited utensils and appliances or a tight budget.

What Is A Sustainable Food System?

To minimize the impact and feed a growing population food systems are incorporating more sustainable practices including reducing food waste and conserving resources.

Family Exercise Ideas for Every Season

The key to an active family is finding fun things to do in every season. Aim for a goal of 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for kids of moderate activity daily — no matter the weather!

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