Backus nutrition blog
March is National Nutrition month. To celebrate, Backus dietitians are offering their favorite recipes and tips on our blog.
Recipe of the week
March 8, 2010
Quinoa and Black Bean Salad
Quinoa is a fast-cooking, protein packed whole grain that contains all nine essential amino acids.
Health Tip of the week
March 8, 2010
Grains are a great source of complex carbohydrates, fiber, B vitamins, iron, magnesium and selenium. The Food Guide Pyramid encourages the use of whole grains over refined grains to get the maximum nutrition out of what we eat. Look for whole grain breads, crackers and cereals (with the words "whole wheat", "oat", "rye", "multigrain", cracked wheat" and "millet" as the first ingredient on the ingredient list). Try whole wheat pastas, wild and brown rice or perhaps a new grain such as barley, quinoa, grits, kasha, couscous, polenta, bulgur, or buckwheat for added nutrients and fiber.
Provided by Sarah Hospod, RD
Nutrition Detectives
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Food Guide Pyramid
Backus Hospital dietitians offer a downloadable flyer to help you incorporate the Food Guide Pyramid principles into your daily life.
Podcasts
September 28, 2009
A Nutty Addition to a Healthy Diet
There are many benefits to including nuts in your diet.
Healthly Living columns
March 8, 2010
Healthy eating doesn't have to mean an empty stomach - or wallet
With a little meal planning and smart shopping, eating healthy on a budget can be done.
Kids Corner
November 9, 2009
Tips for dining out with kids
Once the decision is made to dine out we are faced with many decisions, including where to go and what to eat. Whether it’s fast food or a sit down meal, there are menu options available for kids that will meet your healthy standards and then of course there is the opposite.
Watch the latest nutrition videos
Backus Nutrition Detectives series
December 18, 2009
Cocktail Party Conundrum
In this episode, the Backus Nutrition Detectives help a friend make healthy selections when it comes time to choose between the many excellent hors d'oeuvres at a cocktail party.
November 9, 2009
Nutrition Detectives: Chocolate Meltdown
Backus Dietitians Catherine Schneider and Mary Beth Dahlstrom Green offer an alternative to binge eating.
August 31, 2009
Nutrition Detectives: Fats In The Freezer
Dietitians Catherine Schneider and Mary Beth Dahlstrom Green raid local kitchens and investigate "nutrition violations" ranging from sodium situations to fats in the freezer.
Cooking with Backus Dietitians
February 23, 2010
Going Bananas!
Combine fresh bananas, vanilla yogurt, Cheerios and maybe some peanut butter and what do you have? Watch as Backus dietitian Shannon Haynes whips up three quick and healthy snacks for your kids.
September 21, 2009
Baked Salmon With Spinach
Backus dietitian Joan Sommers puts together a quick meal using fresh spinach greens and baked salmon coated with a cajun spice.
August 17, 2009
Cooking Garden Greens with Joan Sommers
Backus dietitian Joan Sommers shows quick and easy cooking methods for garden greens.
Holiday and Special Occasions
February 2, 2010
Super Sunday Snack: A Party Without Penalties
Don't get flagged for unnecessary calories on Super Bowl Sunday. Make sure your game plan includes some healthy but super-tasty snacks.