Food and Health, Prevention



There’s a world-wide debate about the optimum amount of added sugar in foods to promote good health. We know added sugar increases the risk of overweight and obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and some types of cancer; but how much is too much?
 
Cooking

There are many paths to success when it comes to transitioning to more plant-based meals...
 

Putting together a comprehensive and engaging cooking demonstration is hard work -- but that's about to change.
 

Health fair prizes or incentives can move games, presentations, and activities from good to great!
 
Cooking

Convert your favorite recipes into tastier, healthy meals. It is very easy to stick to family favorite meals because you ... 7 Successful Meal Makeover Ideas
Cooking, Food and Health

Yes, holiday meals are often more generous when it comes to solid fats and added sugars, but they don't have to be. In fact, there are lots of great recipes out there that still taste indulgent without actually piling on the calories. Here are a few examples...
Cooking, MyPlate

My team and I have created some seriously fantastic portion control plates that will be super useful for your audience. Here's how to use them...
Prevention, MyPlate

"Americans consume too much sodium. High sodium consumption raises blood pressure, and high blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Heart disease and stroke are the nation’s first and third leading causes of death"