Fresh-Caught Fish
Maintaining Quality in the Catch Fresh-caught fish from either freshwater or saltwater must be handled properly to avoid spoilage and to maintain a delicate flavor, firm texture and a pleasing odor....
Category: Food
Control Holiday Weight Gain
The two-month long “sweet season” begins with leftover Halloween candy and winds down with pumpkin and pecan pie, eggnog, fruitcake and candy. Bite by bite the ounces add up to pounds, unless you...
Safe Handling of Poultry
Selecting the Best Fresh poultry — chicken, turkey, duck and goose — is defined by the USDA as poultry that has never been below 26 °F. When held at temperatures ranging from 26 to 40 °F, there is...
Handling of Cheese for Safety & Quality
Cheese comes in many forms ranging from soft to hard and natural to processed. How cheese is handled for safety and best quality is dependent on the type of cheese. Natural Cheese Natural cheese can...
When it Comes to Chocolate, Choose Dark
Craving some chocolate? Who can blame you? It tastes delicious, has a pleasing aroma and texture, and adds appeal to some nutritious foods. Chocolate can fit within a healthful eating plan, but only...
Food Allergies
What Is a Food Allergy? A food allergy is an abnormal reaction to food, even a very small amount. The body’s disease-fighting (immune) system mistakenly thinks the food is harmful and produces...
Partners for Healthy Eating
Parents and children are partners for healthy eating. Parents are responsible for what foods are offered to their children, as well as when and where these foods are eaten, both at home and away...
Antioxidants
What Oxidation Does Have you noticed how fast an apple turns brown after it is cut? Have you ever tasted vegetable oil that has become rancid? Both of these changes are caused by cell damage due to...
Brighten Up With Breakfast
Why is Breakfast Important? Your mother always told you that breakfast was the most important meal of the day. Believe it or not, research shows that she was right! Breakfast means...
Healthy Halloween Treats
Halloween is a festive day that kids enjoy, because they get dressed up and get treats. Enjoy the holiday with your kids, but carefully plan what you will do at your house to assure that healthy...
Minerals
Minerals are substances like calcium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc that are found in rocks and the soil. Why We Need Them Minerals are needed for optimal nutrition. They work in two ways in the body:...
Drying Herbs, Seeds & Nuts
Drying Herbs Drying is the easiest method of preserving herbs. Simply expose the leaves, flowers or seeds to warm, dry air. Leave the herbs in a well-ventilated area until the moisture evaporates....