My husband and I make burrito bowls all the time. They’re cheap, easy to make and if prepared using the right ingredients, can be a healthy, nutrition-packed meal all in one bowl. Not to mention, they usually last about 2-3 days with leftovers.
What better way to kick off our new blog than during National Nutrition Month?! Each year during the month of March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics promotes Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDNs) as the Food and Nutrition experts. The 2017 theme is “Put Your Best Fork Forward”. This campaign reminds us we each hold the most important tool for making informed and easy nutrition choices: the humble Fork!
Recently “ancient grains” have gained popularity among health food crazes. This ancient grain, known as “the mother of all grains”, has been around for over 4,000 years and was grown near the Andean Region of Peru. With its mild nutty flavor, this edible seed packs a powerful nutrition punch, containing anywhere from 17-27 grams of fiber and 8 grams of protein per cup cooked. Quinoa is also considered to be a whole grain, gluten free and contains anti-inflammatory properties. It’s easy to prepare and cooks the same way as rice.
