Category Archives: In the Kitchen
A Review of Quick and Nutritious Meals
By Michael Russell, recent Arizona State University Nutrition Communications Student These days, it seems we find more and more to put on our plate, no pun intended, and we find less time to eat right. I know in my … Continue reading
Pumpkin, this Season’s Superfood
By Lori Meszaros, ASU Nutrition Communication Student Pumpkins have always been known for their amazing ability to withstand carving and of course to make a pie, but now pumpkin is popping up everywhere. From Starbucks’ world famous Pumpkin Spice … Continue reading
Ode to the Pumpkin
Pumpkin is in the squash family and can easily be baked to prepare the pulp for use in pumpkin recipes. Choose a sweet pie pumpkin or other cooking pumpkin for best results. That jack-o-lantern pumpkin, if still fresh, can also … Continue reading
Of Hummus and Children
By Nathan Chambers, ASU Nutrition Student “Time for bed, please brush your teeth,” her mother will call from our bedroom down the hall. A brief hesitation and then, “It’s only 8:48. Yesterday you didn’t ask me to brush my teeth … Continue reading
What are We Missing?
By Laura Slatalla, Recent ASU Nutrition Communication Student The average American diet is deficient in lots of vitamins and minerals, even though it’s dense in calories. Over 40% of adults aren’t getting enough of calcium, magnesium, vitamin A, D, E, … Continue reading