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This microwavable Sweet Honey Flax Breakfast Bowl is easy and nutrient-packed! Top with your favorite fruit for a decadent, rich, and balanced breakfast. Eating a truly balanced breakfast can set your day up for success! Flax seeds are an all-star ingredient and can help make breakfast delicious and well-rounded. This small seed has protein, […]
This bold beverage gets its vibrant color and unique flavor from the spice turmeric. Turmeric is native to India and southeast Asia, often utilized culturally to aid in reducing inflammation, aches, pains, colds, and coughs. Golden mylk is a combination of warming spices typically prepared in steamed coconut milk, though any type of milk can […]
The bright orange color of pumpkin doesn't only match Halloween decor & that mason jar filled to the brim with candy corn; that gorgeous festive pigment also means that it's loaded with beta-carotene (or Vitamin A)! Did you know that just one cup of pumpkin puree contains 763% of the amount of Vitamin A you need per day?!
Written by Megan McNamara MPH, RD, LDN I know what you’re thinking: “I don’t need advice on a symptom-free period. I already have all the Midol, heating pads, and peanut butter M & M’s within an arm’s reach.” Cramps, bloating, fatigue, irritability, cravings, mood swings, depression, you name it…most of us experience premenstrual syndrome […]
Gut health is all the rage in health trends. Dietitians care so much about your gut because it’s where digestion and nutrient absorption occur. This health “trend” will probably stick around for some time, though, since research indicates that our gut health can affect so many other aspects of our overall wellbeing. This includes […]
Cucumber is a refreshing veggie that often plays a supporting role in salads. Try letting this succulent green star play the main role with cucumber ribbons! Kitchen gadgets are fun appliances that make eating vegetables more enjoyable. Spiralizers may have a “ribboning” attachment. Because of their popularity, spiralizers are affordable and easy to find […]
Say it with me, “I was today years old when I learned that turnips were a member of the cruciferous vegetable family.” As in, they are categorized along with kale, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts and boast similar health benefits. Cruciferous veggies are known for being anti-inflammatory and providing other disease-fighting advantages, like supporting stable blood […]
Remember January 1? You decided to trade in your pumpkin pie for chicken salad and your party dress for your sports bra. New Year’s resolution mode was engaged. Research says 41 percent of us make New Year’s resolutions, but only nine percent of those make it to their goals. The fact is most people bite […]
Here at Summerfield, we have a love of food and a genuine excitement about the versatility of healthy ingredients. We’re all about more veggies at meals! Avocados are a sneaky underdog in the versatility department. They take on many forms other than guacamole. Thanks to their bright green color, avocados offer a visually appealing […]
Alternatives to traditional pasta are here to stay. There’s a good reason for it! Our vegetarian edamame noodle bowl demonstrates the power of plants as a source of protein and fiber. Pasta or noodles that are made from beans or legumes have a higher percentage of protein and fiber. Pair with colorful vegetables (and a […]
