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Whole Grain Clues
Posted 6/29/2012 by  Michelle Tucker, MS, RD
This week's post is about using clues, like the Whole Grains Stamp to find whole grain foods. Read more about the Whole Grain Stamp and join us on LinkedIn to see an interview with Cynthia Harriman from the Whole Grains Council.  Read More >>
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Walk a Mile in Their Shoes
Posted 6/18/2012 by  Suzanne Skapyak MS, RD
I recently heard a commercial (unfortunately I can’t remember what it was for!) that had a joke that went like this: Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in their shoes….that way you’ll be a mile away and they won’t have any shoes! Ha ha ha! As health and nutrition professionals, we know how important it is to understand our audience’s point of view when we are educating and encouraging positive behavior change.   Read More >>
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When in Rome, learn more about fiber!
Posted 6/7/2012 by  Tom Boileau, PhD
When in Rome, learn more about fiber? Well, not exactly, but that's what I did at the International Dietary Fibre Conference in May. It was a great opportunity to hear from many scientists and see what's new in the world of fiber.  Read More >>
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Happy 1st Birthday, MyPlate!
Posted 6/1/2012 by  Michelle Tucker, MS, RD
June 2 marks the official one-year anniversary of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion's (CNPP) symbol for healthy eating: MyPlate.   Read More >>
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