Eat today, make something new tomorrow

Be Mindful and Frugal with Thanksgiving Leftovers

Now that you slaved in the kitchen for days on end to feed your family and friends, the last thing you want to do is cook some more. You can either give away leftovers, eat them as is, or turn them into new, lighter fare to take you through the weekend, and even into Monday, as you begin your holiday shopping. (Please see 'Label' on Food Safety before proceeding)

I love finding creative ways to stretch my food dollar. Not only does a frugal food budget allow you more flexible spending in other areas of your life, but it also shows an appreciation for the food you’ve received.

Cereal, Cookies--What's the Difference? by Elizabeth Brown, MS, RD

Dieting Never Takes a Holiday

According to a commercial from a popular cereal company, “When it comes to dieting, the more options you have, the more likely you are to stay on track.” Excuse my French, but that is complete bull-pucky! They are just trying to get you to buy each of their eight different versions of dry cereal.

In fact, according to at least 20 studies on consumer habits and dieting, the more options you have, the more you will buy and the more you will consume. And, the more choices from one particular food group, the more you will eat. That’s a fact, Jack!

There's more than one way to get your vitamin A by Elizabeth Brown, MS, RD

How’s your diet, A (eh)?

A guy walks into a doctor’s office with a carrot in his ear and a piece of celery up his nose. The doctor told him he wasn't eating right. Badum- bum

Last week we looked at vitamin A’s uses and food sources. Although toxicity used to be rare, with the increase in supplements and topical creams that contain vitamin A, there is more of a risk for toxicity than previously thought.