When I cook Asian-inspired meals, I usually take a major shortcut: store-bought sauce. One night when I was waiting for the noodles for beef and broccoli to boil, I sat down and took a look at the nutrition facts label of my favorite sauce and immediately decided it was time to … [Read more...]
Farmers’ Market Shopping
I originally posted this article on the Foodie Babies website but decided Farmers' Market shopping tips aren't just relevant for those wanting to make homemade baby food- they are relevant for EVERYONE wanting to enjoy in-season, locally-produced fruits, vegetables, meat … [Read more...]
Foodie Babies
Four years ago, I found myself across the country in Sacramento, California, completing a 3-month internship at the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). A lot happened during my time in Sacramento: I met my husband, Ted, I finished the requirements for my Masters … [Read more...]
Homemade Pizza Sauce
It’s a tradition in our household to make homemade pizza one night a week (usually Friday’s). I haven’t gone as far as to make the dough, but adding toppings and cooking in our oven is homemade enough for me.FUN FACT: If your grocery store serves pizza, ask a staff person if … [Read more...]
EPA, FDA Provide New Fish Consumption Recommendations
Fishing Through Nutrition AdviceIf you're pregnant, you might feel like you need to become a nutrition expert- or at least everyone around you has given himself or herself the honorary title and wants to share their knowledge with you. After all, what you eat and drink … [Read more...]
