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Just ask registered dietitians who make ALDI a regular shopping destination for vegan meats, whole-grain sides, pantry staples, crave-worthy snacks, and decadent (but healthy) desserts.
We asked plenty of top RDs for their must-have vegan foods from ALDI.
And we’re thankful for their answers, because their picks will make mealtime easier, snack time simpler—and are chockfull of nutrients to help you live healthier.
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If you’re like the majority of Americans, you’re pouring yourself a cup (or three!) of coffee every day. Overall, a little java jolt does your body good — research shows the habit is associated with better blood sugar regulation, a healthier heart, a sharper brain and even a longer life.
At the same time, the mug can become a vessel for an overload of cream and sugar — and if you’re at a coffee shop — fancy syrups, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings, too — all in a supersized cup.
“Even 50 extra calories per day over the course of a year is about five pounds worth of calories,” says Molly Morgan, a registered dietician. That’s why knowing some tricks for building a better cup pays off. Sometimes, you can even keep the cream.
Click here for the full article via MyFitness Pal.
Molly shared delicious meal ideas in a segment with Kanas City Spotlight.
September is National Family Meals Month and Registered Dietitian Molly Morgan joined us to share that Powerful pairings like pork, sorghum and pulses are perfect to help families stay strong with family meals. Powerful Pairings combining pork, pulses and sorghum are inspiring ways to supply critical nutrients that support (among others) weight management, immune function, muscle development, and bone health including protein, fiber, B vitamins, zinc, iron, potassium, selenium, and folate.
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Delicious and Healthy Smoothie Recipes via Refinery29
Grab these delicious and healthy smoothie recipes from Molly’s book, Drink Your Way to Gut Health via Refinery29. Click here to view the article and recipes.
Molly did a 4 day “takeover” on American Dairy North East’s instagram to share sports nutrition tips for athletes!
Click here to view some of the tips.
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Molly authored, A Little Jolt: Caffeine’s risks for kids and teens
Caffeine is the most commonly consumed stimulant in the world. It’s found in soda, energy drinks, coffee, tea, and chocolate, among other foods and drinks.
Most caffeine intake by children and teens is through soda, coffee and tea, though energy drinks are becoming increasingly popular. About 73 percent of children consume some amount of caffeine on a given day. Studies also find that today children are drinking twice as much soda as they did 20 years ago, averaging 20 fluid ounces per day.
Grab the full article via Family Times, click here.
This National Nutrition Month, make the most of your diet by combining ingredients to maximize nutrition and flavor. Registered Dietitian Molly Morgan recommends Powerful Pairings which combine pork, pulses and sorghum. They work great together in meals or snacks and add taste, nutrition and versatility to your diet. For recipes and more visit www.PowerfulPairings.com
Molly shared the benefits of Body Armour Lyte with We are Iowa! Body Armour Lyte is a lightened up, electrolyte-packed beverage, a great option for fueling fitness.
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As you welcome the New Year, consider ditching the diet and instead focusing on changes you can stick with and sustain—with the key word being sustain! It is possible to meet your healthy eating goals without deprivation.
You can set an example for your children with balanced behavior around food, being (or becoming) active, making healthy choices, and having a positive attitude about body weight.
In raising two little boys in this diet-crazy world and in maintaining my own weight, I have adopted two concepts that bring me clarity: 1) Food is fuel, and 2) It’s all about balance.
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Check out these fun winter and holiday themed segments Molly shared as part of the #MakeMilkMoments campaign!
Trendy Milk Moments at Home for the Holiday - click here to view
Fun Ways to Enjoy Milk this Holiday Season - click here to view
Make Milk Moments this Holiday Season - click here to view
Molly partnered with the American Dairy Association North East to share sports nutrition tips for coaches to help their athletes come back stronger! The focus was on hydration guidelines and strategies to maximize performance. Click here to check out a recap of the tips.
When you first start introducing your baby to solid foods, it can be overwhelming to figure out what is best. I have gone through the process with our two little boys and will provide guidelines along with tips and suggestions based on firsthand experience.
Every child is different and you may need to adjust your approach from baby to baby (and remember that during the first six months, exclusive breastfeeding is recommended – with continued breastfeeding until at least the baby’s first birthday long as that’s what you and your baby want).
When a baby is about 6 months old, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends introducing him or her to solid foods. The goal during the initial phase is to have your baby get to sample foods that are rich in nutrients and varied in textures. As your baby is ready, you can encourage her to start drinking from a cup and using baby spoons and her fingers to feed herself.
Click here for the full article via Family Times!
When your kids are poking around the kitchen, point them to the produce drawer of the fridge and the blender. With a bit of supervision, they can mix fresh fruits and vegetables into delicious smoothies. Smoothies can be nutrient rich—with a combination of fruits, vegetables, healthy fats, fiber and probiotics. But if you’re not paying attention, a smoothie can become a sugar bomb. Here are some strategies for making delicious and nutritious smoothies.
The best part about making smoothies is that there are seemingly endless combinations of flavors and textures. While there isn’t a right or wrong combination of what to add to a smoothie, it comes down to three basic components: the liquid, the flavor, and the add-ins. As a mom, I love how smoothies are a great way to add a boost of important nutrients; I especially like to focus on adding probiotics to smoothies.
Click here for the full article from Family Times.
Canned food can seem much less enticing than fresh options, but during this new reality, many of us are rethinking our shopping habits. A new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that 75 percent of people surveyed said they had stockpiled food in response to COVID-19. And data compiled by Nielson found that sales of many shelf-stable items have skyrocketed in recent times.
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What delivers quality protein, omega-3 fats, omega-6 fats, potassium, magnesium, iron and B-vitamins? It’s soy, a nutrient-rich legume (also called edamame) that is consumed around the globe. Today, it has expanded from just a soy bean or tofu into a wide collection of foods, including soy milk, soy sauce, tempeh, veggie burgers, soy protein powder and more
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Short on time? Busy schedule? No time to cook? If you can’t figure out what to make for dinner, these tips and tricks can help you to stick to your food and nutrition goals – even with the craziest of schedules.
Eating healthier doesn’t happen by accident. Taking the time to have a food plan for the week for you and your family can make all the difference. Start by mapping out the week ahead and ask yourself a series of questions: What should we have for breakfast? What will we need to pack for lunches? What nights will we be at home for dinner? What nights will we have time to cook?
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You may think keeping food safe isn’t that big of a deal, yet food-borne illness is responsible for more than 3,000 deaths per year in the United States, and one in six Americans will get sick from food poisoning this year. Taking the proper steps to prepare and store food can minimize your risk and keep you and your family safe.
Written by Molly Morgan via Family Times, click here for the full article.
Caffeine is the most commonly consumed stimulant in the world. It’s found in soda, energy drinks, coffee, tea, and chocolate, among other foods and drinks.
Most caffeine intake by children and teens is through soda, coffee and tea, though energy drinks are becoming increasingly popular. About 73 percent of children consume some amount of caffeine on a given day. Studies also find that today children are drinking twice as much soda as they did 20 years ago, averaging 20 fluid ounces per day.
For the full article, written by Molly Morgan via Family Times, click here.
Morgan looks forward to the upcoming seasons to continue to build upon the sports nutrition foundation knowledge and routines of the athletes.
Additionally she will be working with individual players to maximize their performance with custom nutrition plans.
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