It’s March, and we are officially one year into the COVID-19 pandemic. Wow! That’s a sentence I never thought I would write. Rather than look back at the year that was, I feel it’s important to “Spring” forward and look ahead. After all, March is National Nutrition Month, and nutrition is a big part of our vision of creating a stronger,
The St. Louis Area Foodbank is lucky enough to have a dietitian on staff, Jenny Duez. Jenny has been with the Foodbank for three years as part of our Partner Agency Services team. We interviewed Jenny about what it’s like to be a dietitian and the work she does at the Foodbank and beyond. — What does a dietitian do?
When thinking about this time of year, I tend to reflect on the spirit of giving. I think about the joy on the face of a child when they see a present wrapped with a bow, the faces of loved ones who are grateful to just be together or the look of gratitude when a complete stranger is the recipient
Each year, the Foodbank distributes roughly 800,000 lbs of potatoes to families in need. We know how to celebrate a potato around here! Potatoes are a great source of potassium, fiber, and vitamins like B6. They’re also extremely versatile, and an easy addition to any meal. September is National Potato Month, so we’re giving our spud friends some love. Kelly Hall,
When students come home hungry, keep the learning going by teaching them about healthy eating habits. Kelly, our Registered Dietitian, shows some simple snacks that will fill your kids up and keep them from added sugars, sodium, and preservatives. Ants on a Log Ingredients: 1-2 celery stalks, cut into 2-3 inch pieces Peanut Butter Raisins Instructions: Spread peanut butter over
Happy National Zucchini Day from the St. Louis Area Foodbank! Zucchini is a very versatile vegetable that is good for you, so we’re celebrating today with zucchini fries. Kelly Hall, our Registered Dietitian, demonstrates this easy recipe in our latest video below. Zucchini is full of vitamin K, which helps support blood and bone health. It’s also a light vegetable
We have some good tips for how to include vegetables in your diet inexpensively. Kelly Hall, our Registered Dietitian, explains the importance of eating different types and colors of vegetables. In our most recent video, she explains how the color of a vegetable can indicate which vitamins are in it. She also has some great tips to save you money
Whether you’re enjoying a delicious yogurt parfait or a glass of milk, you’re doing yourself a favor with dairy! Dairy is a great source of protein, calcium, and Vitamin D – all necessary for strong and healthy bodies. Our Registered Dietitian, Kelly Hall, put together a couple recipes for delicious, dairy-based snacks that are perfect for summer snacks. We’d also
As the weather warms up, barbecues are a tasty way to enjoy the outdoors, time with friends and family, and great food. Kelly Hall, our Registered Dietitian, demonstrates some fresh ideas to keep your cookout delicious and healthy. Try the recipes for a delicious marinade or grilled mushrooms and let us know what you think! Grilled Mushrooms in Foil Packets
Our Registered Dietitian, Kelly Hall, put together two recipes that highlight fresh flavors and ingredients. Celebrate this Thursday and all through summer with these fresh and flavorful dips. They’re perfect as an appetizer, a snack, or to compliment meals. Salsa 3 cups chopped tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 cup onion, diced 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro 2