From Food Service Director: K-12 foodservice provider FLIK Independent School Dining’s Director of Wellness Susan Cooper, MS, RD, CDN, has found that using contrasting tastes, from sweet to savory, expected to unexpected, can unlock new healthy eating habits for life.
The protein and supplement aisle shelves are lined with one bar, supplement and powder after another, and eye-catching marketing can leave you scratching your head. Although most adults get more protein than their body needs (0.4g/pound body weight) through food, sometimes shakes and bars make an easy, on-the-go snack or meal. To make the choice…
April showers brings May flowers… and strawberries! May is National Strawberry Month – what a sweet way to start this month. Did you know that strawberries are not actually berries? Fun fact: They are actually part of the rose family and grow from a single flower with more than one ovary, making them an aggregate fruit. In contrast,…
Ever heard of functional foods? Functional foods contain components, other than calories, fat, and protein, that might be beneficial for health. This month our functional food focus is mushrooms. Mushrooms tend to be categorized as vegetables, but they are actually fungi – a distinct kingdom separate from plants or animals! Mushrooms provide nutritional benefits like…
While turkey, gravy, stuffing & potatoes are a Thanksgiving staple — adding a little something bright and green never hurts. If you’re looking for Autumn Salad Ideas, we’ve got you covered! A simple kale side salad with crunchy & fresh apples, pomegranates, pepitas, and a maple-based dressing is a perfect crowd pleaser. KALE, APPLE, PEPITA…
Now that you are an apple butter-making-pro (click here for the recipe), you may be looking for a few ways to use it. This simple (vegan!) dessert comes together in minutes with ingredients you can most likely find right in your pantry. Short on time? Grab a jar of apple butter from your local farmer’s…
Whether you’re in the car or running through airports, practicing mindful and healthy eating while traveling can be a challenge. Although delicious and convenient, most well-known snack foods can leave us feeling hungry, tired, and overall unsatisfied. One tip for feeling more satisfied when snacking is to create a balanced snack by pairing two food…
March is National Nutrition Month and this year’s global theme is all about fueling for the future. At FLIK Hospitality Group, we certainly fuel for the future – whether in our sustainability practices or through nutrition education in our various divisions, RD-approved recipes and culinary practices are core to our overall wellness philosophy. In this…
Store aisles are full of endless products with marketing campaigns designed to make you throw their goods directly in your cart. Don’t be fooled by the shiny packaging and high price tags. Instead, browse our list below for top picks from our team of RDs. PRODUCELet’s start with the easiest section of the store –…
Make the most of berry season by mixing up a batch of Revved Up Mixed Berry Bars! This whole-grain, fruit-based dessert is a great way to utilize your haul of strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries after a day of berry picking. Our Revved Up recipes aren’t about “sneaking” in hidden vegetables; instead, it’s about enhancing kid-friendly favorites with additional vegetables and fruits,…