nutrition

Article Highlight: The 13 Best Vegan Products from Aldi's

Just ask registered dietitians who make ALDI a regular shopping destination for vegan meats, whole-grain sides, pantry staples, crave-worthy snacks, and decadent (but healthy) desserts.

We asked plenty of top RDs for their must-have vegan foods from ALDI.

And we’re thankful for their answers, because their picks will make mealtime easier, snack time simpler—and are chockfull of nutrients to help you live healthier.

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Segment: Make Delicious Meals with Powerful Pairings

Molly shared delicious meal ideas in a segment with Kanas City Spotlight.

September is National Family Meals Month and Registered Dietitian Molly Morgan joined us to share that Powerful pairings like pork, sorghum and pulses are perfect to help families stay strong with family meals. Powerful Pairings combining pork, pulses and sorghum are inspiring ways to supply critical nutrients that support (among others) weight management, immune function, muscle development, and bone health including protein, fiber, B vitamins, zinc, iron, potassium, selenium, and folate.

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Article: Better Choices: How about a resolution to eat vegetables and other nutritious foods?

Click here for the full article via Family Times magazine.

As you welcome the New Year, consider ditching the diet and instead focusing on changes you can stick with and sustain—with the key word being sustain! It is possible to meet your healthy eating goals without deprivation.

You can set an example for your children with balanced behavior around food, being (or becoming) active, making healthy choices, and having a positive attitude about body weight.

In raising two little boys in this diet-crazy world and in maintaining my own weight, I have adopted two concepts that bring me clarity: 1) Food is fuel, and 2) It’s all about balance.

Article: Nutrition in No Time: Are you always on the go? These tips will help you stay on track.

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Grab tips from Molly Morgan’s article, Nutrition in No Time: Are you always on the go? These tips will help you stay on track via Family Times.

Short on time? Busy schedule? No time to cook? If you can’t figure out what to make for dinner, these tips and tricks can help you to stick to your food and nutrition goals – even with the craziest of schedules.

MAKE A PLAN

Eating healthier doesn’t happen by accident. Taking the time to have a food plan for the week for you and your family can make all the difference. Start by mapping out the week ahead and ask yourself a series of questions: What should we have for breakfast? What will we need to pack for lunches? What nights will we be at home for dinner? What nights will we have time to cook?

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Mindful Merrymaking with Family Times

Looking for healthier holiday tips, ideas, and recipes? Check out Molly's article in the Family Times! 

The holiday season is filled with traditions, fun memories, and lots of food and drinks. Then right around the corner is the New Year, along with resolutions, which are often tied to eating healthier and losing weight. The good news is that there is no need to give up all of your holiday favorites. Rather than depriving yourself, use these tips to adjust your menu, stay mindful, and get active throughout the holiday season.

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