Meal planning can be a huge chore and can be overwhelming. This task can be made much easier by breaking down the process into smaller parts. If you can create a plan that will help you stay on target and stay within your budget then meal planning may not seem like such a difficult task. …

If you’ve ever wondered why you should store all of your food in the fridge, then this is the article for you! Learning how to keep it cool, clean, and safe is only the first step! Here are some more tips that will help you stay healthy and to keep your food fresh for longer. …

A healthy diet is essential for good health and nutrition. This can be attained by maintaining a balanced diet and keeping into consideration to meet all the essential nutrients required by the body. Below are 5 ways to Maintain a Healthy Diet Eat a Variety of Foods Many foods are good sources of several nutrients. However, no single food can supply all nutrients in…

Following safety guidelines when preparing and serving food is another major part of the food safety picture. Cooking temperature kills most bacteria. Refrigerate Foods Promptly Temperatures of 60 to 125 F (16 to 52C) allow bacteria to grow rapidly. This is why you should never allow cooked foods to stay at room temperature for more…

Handling food properly and safely is essential to preventing food-borne illness. However, many people are unaware of basic safe food handling techniques. When working with food, one of the most important points to remember is to use good personal hygiene. Hygiene refers to practices that promote good health. It involves making a conscientious effort to keep dirt and…

More often, mothers are responsible for making sure family members’ nutrient needs are met and the family food budget is maintained. This is true even when family members eat meals away from home. Managing nutrition and food costs is not difficult when meals are prepared at home and packed to go. These management tasks are…

A balanced diet includes foods from five groups and fulfills all of a person’s nutritional needs. Learn what a healthy eating plan includes and how to create a balanced diet with foods you enjoy. What is a Balanced Diet? A balanced diet is the variety of foods in the correct proportions needed to provide all the necessary nutrients for growth, energy,…

What comes to mind when you hear the word carbohydrates? If you are thinking potatoes, bread, rice, spaghetti, or fruits, you are correct. If your thoughts lead to fattening foods, you might think differently after you read this blog post. Carbohydrates are one of the six essential nutrients and are your body’s main source of…