March 30, 2022 | by: Cara Terreri
Fruits and vegetables are usually cheaper, fresher, and taste better when they're in season. When food is less expensive and taste better, you're more likely to buy it, thereby upping your overall nutrition. Plus, when you buy what's in season in your area, your helping support local growers. Joining a local crop share or local grocery delivery service, or visiting your area's weekly farmers' market makes it easy to get local food that's in season. Plan your spring meals around fruits and vegetables in season with the following lists and recipes.
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March 09, 2022 | by: Cara Terreri
Preparing food at home is the best way to ensure you get exactly what you want, nutritionally and otherwise, for your pregnancy. Also, preparing food at home takes time, organization, and energy -- things that often run short for a pregnant adult who works, is active/social, and may be caring for other family members. If you're eating out or ordering in, there are ways to be more intentional about your choices, keeping beneficial nutrition guidelines in mind, no matter where you choose to eat.
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March 15, 2021 | by: Cara Terreri
Throughout the month, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is sharing tips to improve nutrition in recognition of National Nutrition Month. This week, it's all about meal planning. Meal planning is helpful for anyone and especially for pregnant people trying to monitor and manage their nutrition. Here's the list of EatRight's tips for meal planning:
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