Is snacking beneficial to older Americans?


As we age it has been shown that there is a reduction in energy intakes. The decreased intake is most likely due to physiological, psychological, economic and social factors. Altered taste and flavor sensations are what can account for the…

HydrationNext to oxygen, water is the nutrient most needed for life. A person can live without food for a month, but most people can survive only three or four days without water. Water helps you to maintain body temperature, metabolize body fat, aids in digestion, lubricates and cushions organs, transports…

Financial accountability is essential to a successful food service operation. When you create a budget you determine a standard or a goal. When you compare actual food cost to the budget you create an early warning system to potential food cost problems. When you benchmark costs such as food cost…

The President recently signed the Food Safety Modernization Act. The passage of this legislation set in motion sweeping improvements to the security and safety of our nation’s food supply.

Each year, close to 73 million Americans experience a food borne illness, close to 325,000 are hospitalized and over 5,000…

Body mass index or BMI is a useful tool in determining if an adult man or woman is overweight or obese. It is calculated from your height and weight. The BMI is an estimate of body fat and can be a pretty good indicator if someone will be at higher…

March is National Nutrition Month.  This year the theme is “Eat Right with Color”. The campaign focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.

Food variety supplies different nutrients, so to maximize the nutritional value of your meals, make…

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics proudly announces the fifth annual Registered Dietitian Day. As the nation's food and nutrition experts, registered dietitians are committed to improving the health of their patients and community. Registered Dietitian Day commemorates the dedication of RDs as advocates for advancing the nutritional status of…

Springtime is a wonderful time of year especially for those of us who live where it is frigid and cold most of the winter. As the trees bloom and the grass gets greener, we begin thinking of all the outside activities we will be able to enjoy again in…

Liberalized Renal Diets in Long-Term Care FacilitiesThe American Dietetic Association recommends that long-term care facilities liberalize therapeutic diets to maximize meal intake of residents who are at nutritional risk. In many cases a regular diet improves meal intake, minimizes struggles over dietary compliance, and improves a patient’s quality of life. …

Procedure for Holding Food Safely during Meal ServiceAll potentially hazardous foods, especially those items that are cooked and held for service, need to be maintained in order to prevent the growth of bacteria.  It is important to remember that microorganisms can grow at temperatures between 41oF and 135oF, so to…