The Grace of Gratitude

The Grace of Gratitude

What would happen if we spent time thanks – giving year round? Michele’s 48-Hour Challenge to overcome how much we take for granted. Day 1: Take inventory of what you have to give thanks for. Day 2: Show your gratitude for each inventory item.

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Fat kids, big government or lazy parents?

The number of overweight kids has doubled in the last 30 years, but is USDA limiting the amount of protein in school lunches really the answer? What about exercise in schools with limited recess and physical education? How about helping the kids care about their food and why nutrition matters to them?

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A dietitian’s journey from school to farm

What your role is in broadening the food conversation? If you’re a producer, what can you do to help RDs share the good news of YOUR food with OUR community? If you’re a RD, how can you help producers? A dietitian shares her experience of learning about where food originates.

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Food + Nutrition + Agriculture = Powerful Results

Nutrition professionals want to tackle hunger, food safety and nutrition through agriculture. By seeking closer collaboration with nutrition, agriculture can gain new insights into the food needs consumers. How can you help achieve a closer relationship between agriculture and nutrition? Donna Manring is a leader within her state and national dietetic associations – she wants innovative partnership to deliver optimal nutrition and agriculture information.

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High Fructose Corn Syrup: Good or Bad?

Will HFCS harm baby Blue? Guest blogger MRS talks about reading the stance of other mommy bloggers and how compelling their passion is – until she read a a registered dietitian’s blog about the body treats high fructose corn syrup the same as table sugar. Is HFCS really one of the foods that pose a health risk or simply something to be consumed in moderation? Share your thoughts.

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