Pasta is a nutritious and delicious part of a balanced diet. It has vital nutrients, is a great source of energy, and has a low glycemic index. But what exactly does glycemic index mean? Our dietitian explains glycemic index and how it relates to pasta in her latest note.
With a vast amount of misinformation about carbohydrates on the internet, you may believe that cutting out bread and pasta from your diet is a smart choice. However, as Cosmopolitan.com just reported in a new article, cutting out carbs can actually be detrimental to your health. Nutritionists recommend that 45% – 65% of your diet […]
March is National Nutrition Month, which means it’s time to focus on making smart, nutritious meal choices and increasing physical activity in order to live a healthy and happy lifestyle. As part of this month, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has emphasized that Americans need to pay special attention to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines […]
The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans were released. Find out information about how pasta fits into the new guidelines and what dietary patterns are suggested for a healthy lifestyle.
We’re celebrating the holidays the only way we know how — with a delicious pasta dish of course! The fun and festive recipe featured in the video can be whipped up in less than 30 minutes and will feed a crowd of holiday guests. Continue reading to watch the video and get the recipe.
A new article published on the Huffington Post corrects the misconceptions surrounding pasta and reminds us why pasta is part of a healthy diet. Pasta, when prepared the right way, provides your body with the proper fuel it needs to get you through the day. Continue reading to learn more.
An international committee of scientists and food authorities has released a Scientific Consensus Statement concluding that, contrary to fad diet thinking, pasta should be characterized as a healthy complex carbohydrate-containing food suitable to most diets.
Each October, we celebrate one of Americans’ most beloved foods – pasta! Pasta lovers can rest assured that when pasta is on the table, you’ve not only made a delicious choice, but a healthy one too. Continue reading to see how we’re celebrating National Pasta Month.
To celebrate back to school month, we sat down with The Meal Makeover Moms, who are on a mission to help busy families eat better. We asked the dietitian duo how they make quick, nutritious meals for their children, how they manage to eat healthy on a budget, and more. Continue reading to see what the duo had to say!
Although summer is coming to an end, there’s still time to relish the weather by firing up your grill. We wanted to learn how to make the most out of our barbecue meals, so we sat down with barbecue guru Steven Raichlen. We asked Steven where he gets his inspiration for his unique barbecue recipes, why he thinks it’s important for men to learn how to cook, and more!
We love hearing different tips from families who have hectic schedules, but still manage to eat healthy. That’s why we are excited to feature Estela Schnelle, who seems to have that balance mastered! We asked Estela how she balances busy schedules with nutritious meals, how she turns cooking into a bonding experience, and more!
We know how important and tough feeding your family on a budget can be! We’ve asked “The $5 Dinner Mom,” Erin Chase for some advice. Erin shares some tips how to find deals in the supermarket and even gives some insight into her new cookbook, “$5 Dinner Mom One-Dish Dinners Cookbook!”
