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University of Wyoming Extension can help. The Real Food program is based on the Social Cognitive Theory. It includes hands-on cooking and interactive discussion through five 2-hour lessons. Results
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University of Wyoming Extension can help. The Real Food program is based on the Social Cognitive Theory. It includes hands-on cooking and interactive discussion through five 2-hour lessons. Results
The biggest reason you’ll love cooking with spices? FLAVOR!Unlike sauces and condiments that are typically filled with refined sugar and other processed ingredients, spices allow
Pumpkin is one type of winter squash that is commonly seen around fall used for a variety of things such as decoration, food, and recreation.
The kids are out of school for summer and this means they’ll be spending more time at home. It seems to be inevitable that a
Grains are either whole or refined, and there is a big difference between the two when it comes to nutrition. Whole grains contain all three
Meal planning can look very different from one household to another. For example some families have a monthly meal plan lined out, while others plan
General Principles Electric pressure cookers have become quite popular over the last few years. The ability to cook foods fast, while using less energy than
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The biggest reason you’ll love cooking with spices? FLAVOR!Unlike sauces and condiments that are typically filled with refined sugar and other processed ingredients, spices allow you to boost the taste of food without adding additional calories. They also come with their own amazing health benefits. Studies show that various spices have many different health-promoting properties. For starters, spices can promote good digestion by stimulating motility and enzyme production in the gut. Some have anti-inflammatory properties; some provide powerful antioxidants; some
Pumpkin is one type of winter squash that is commonly seen around fall used for a variety of things such as decoration, food, and recreation. Scientifically pumpkins are a fruit as it is a seed bearing structure of flowering plants, but they are categorized as a vegetable due to their more savory flavor. Originating in Central America, pumpkins are commonly found in the fall in retail stores, farmers markets and you-pick farms around the United States. With the assortment of
The kids are out of school for summer and this means they’ll be spending more time at home. It seems to be inevitable that a few things they’ll be looking for is something to eat and activities to do. A great way for kids to stay active during the summer is getting them involved in the kitchen. They can even help prep their own healthy snacks and meals. For example, make snack time into an activity such as making a
Grains are either whole or refined, and there is a big difference between the two when it comes to nutrition. Whole grains contain all three parts of the kernel, which includes the bran, endosperm, and germ. Refined grains have been processed, and in doing so this removes the bran and germ from the kernel. The bran and germ contain the dietary fiber, iron, healthy fats, phytochemicals and antioxidants. Typically refined grains are enriched to add iron, and some B vitamins
Meal planning can look very different from one household to another. For example some families have a monthly meal plan lined out, while others plan a few days in advance. Whatever style you may have, meal planning is a resourceful tool to use in the kitchen to eat better for less money. Benefits There are many benefits of meal planning, I’m sure you can think of a few. A couple of the more well-known benefits include saved time and money.
General Principles Electric pressure cookers have become quite popular over the last few years. The ability to cook foods fast, while using less energy than other cooking methods are only a few of the many benefits. Other benefits include quick home cooked meals, improved nutrient retention of foods, and versatility in what foods you can cook. Simply put, pressure cookers work by cooking food in a tightly sealed pot, which raises the boiling point and speeds up cooking time. There
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