Nutrition Articles
Increasing Access to Acceptable and Affordable Gluten-Free Baked Goods
Transitioning to a gluten-free (GF) diet can be difficult due to limited reliable recipes to produce baked goods at home and poor quality of commercially available baked goods. This study tested basic recipes capable of creating acceptable GF baked produc...
Food Security – What It Is and Why It Matters
This website provides comprehensive information on food security, including its definition, pillars, health consequences, resources available, and ways to support food security efforts. It offers a detailed list of federal programs, food banks, and other ...
Reducing Food Waste at Home
Food loss in the U.S. occurs throughout the supply chain, with the largest portion happening at the consumer stage, leading to significant waste of resources like money, water, and calories that could feed millions. Practical solutions include meal planni...
Nurturing Fertility: How Nutrition Can Set the Stage for Conception
This article highlights key nutrition recommendations for women who are in the preconception stage of life.
The Importance of Vitamins and Minerals to Overall Health
Vitamins and minerals are micronutrients that our body needs in small amounts each day. Each micronutrient has an important role in our body that helps maintain overall health.
Iron Deficiency in Pregnancy and Children
Learn how to prevent iron deficiency in pregnancy, infancy, and childhood!
Navigating Dietary Fats: Understanding, Selection, and Usage
Read this to understand which fats are best for baking, cooking, and health.
Get it, Got it, Grains!
This article explores what a whole grain is and how to choose whole grains.
Impact of Diet and Parkinson's Disease
Diet may impact Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms. Recommendations suggest anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich food choices. The Mediterranean or MIND diets may be of most benefit to patients. Research is ongoing for tailored dietary patterns.
Finding a Diabetes Community
Connecting with others can be an excellent way for you to find others who “get it” and understand the unique challenges associated with T1D. A community can be where you can get and give support, share practical strategies, and minimize isolation.
Type 1 Diabetes and Extracurricular Activities
Do not let you or a family member having T1D keep you from doing what you love to do together. Just as you may already be learning, you may need to add a few steps before leaving the house.
Diabetes Education Resources
Many educational resources are available for you and your family that address a wide variety of diabetes topics.
Integrating Dietary Fat: A Guide for Endurance Runners
This article educates runners about incorporating fat into their diets.
Optimizing Protein: A Guide for Endurance Runners
This article explains how protein is used to support endurance performance.
Prioritizing Carbohydrates: A Guide for Endurance Runners
This article teaches runners how to use carbohydrates for best performance.
Maintaining Hydration: A Guide for Endurance Runners
This article discusses the importance of hydration for endurance runners.
Pack your Plate with the Power of Protein
Learn how much and what kinds of protein will give you power to live your healthiest life.
Dairy Milk Alternatives
Nutrition considerations for choosing a plant-based milk.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Limes
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Limes.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Lemons
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Lemons.
Food Waste Part 3: Shopping
Learn shopping skills to prevent food waste
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Jalapeno
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Jalapeno.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Green Beans
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Green Beans.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Spinach
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Spinach.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Cantaloupe
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Cantaloupe.
Gluten Free Pizza Crust
Gluten Free Pizza Crust Recipe.
Gluten Free Drop Cookies
Gluten Free Drop Cookies Recipe.
Gluten Free Rolled Cookies
Gluten Free Rolled Cookies Recipe.
Gluten Free White Bread
Gluten Free White Bread Recipe.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Beets
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Beets.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Carrots
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Carrots.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Mushrooms
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Mushrooms.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Cilantro
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Cilantro.
Controlling Blood Glucose Levels Through Diet
Individuals with diabetes can better manage their blood glucose levels by changing the amount of fiber, protein, and fat they eat regularly. This article will discuss these three components of food in detail and will provide suggestions for recipes to he...
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Celery
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Celery.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Cauliflower
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Cauliflower.
Homemade Breadcrumbs
Homemade Breadcrumbs Recipe.
Homemade Croutons
Homemade Croutons Recipe.
Carrot-Top Pesto Pasta
Carrot-Top Pesto Pasta Recipe.
Roasted Winter Squash or Pumpkin Seeds
Roasted Winter Squash or Pumpkin Seeds Recipe.
A-Peeling Banana Bread
A-Peeling Banana Bread Recipe.
Food Waste Part 7: “Wait! Don’t throw that away!” Composting and Creative Recipes
Learn to reduce food waste through composting and creative recipes.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Potatoes
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Potatoes.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Brussel Sprouts
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Brussel Sprouts.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Grapefruit
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Grapefruit.
Diabetes and the Holidays
Dealing with diabetes symptoms during the holidays can be frustrating. This article provides practical tips to help you better manage your symptoms while enjoying the holiday season.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Winter Squash
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing Winter Squash.
Introduction to Diabetes
This article explores how the body is affected by diabetes and the three types of diabetes.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Apples
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing apples.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Corn
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing corn.
Eggs are Back on the Menu
How eggs can be a part of a healthy diet.
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Zucchini
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing zucchini.
Anxiety and Depression: Can Diet Help?
Exploring the role of diet with anxiety and depression.
Older Adult Nutrition: Nutrient and Energy Needs
How older adults can adopt healthy habits to maintain good health.
Food Waste Part 6: Introduction to Increasing Cooking Skills and Preserving Foods
Learn the basic skills for preserving and cooking foods so that you can save time, money, and decrease the amount of food wasted in your home.
Treating Arthritis Through Food
Choosing foods that reduce inflammation may be the key to improving arthritis symptoms.
The Dieting Dilemma
This fact sheet discusses dieting and why some diets don't work. Losing weight is not just something that you can do for a couple weeks; it is a lifestyle that you must be willing and able to keep and work hard at to be successful.
Mindful Eating: Benefits, Challenges, and Strategies
Mindful eating focuses on wellness and how we eat, not what we eat. This fact sheet describes the benefits of mindful eating, the challenges, and strategies for incorporating mindful eating into our daily lives.
Veggie Chow Mein Noodles
Fresh veggies are loaded onto this Chinese recipe for a major vitamin and nutrient boost! Combine with brown rice and cooked eggs for a complete meal.
Overcoming Feeding Difficulties in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
This article discusses different factors that contribute to selective eating in children with ASD and some strategies that may help expand food acceptance. Treatment for feeding problems in children with autism is based on the individual needs and abiliti...
Understanding Caffeine vs. Kids
Children enjoy numerous foods and drinks on a regular basis that contain caffeine. This is a concern because studies show caffeine can affect children and adults differently, and too much caffeine can have detrimental health effects on kids.
Watermelon Blueberry Salad
Watermelon and berry salads are simple and delicious. Not much needs to be added to the different fruits for them to release their natural flavors: just a bit of oil and lime. Optional: add a few chopped sprigs of mint for a bold taste!
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Bananas
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing bananas.
Targeting Farmers’ Markets in Utah: Understanding Fresh Produce Pricing
This article focuses primarily on farmers’ market price comparisons to assist fresh produce growers in determining which produce varieties have the highest premiums, the range of prices they can expect, and any considerations for production method, season...
Ensuring Adequate Vitamin D Intake Among Infants and Children
Many people in the United States, including children, do not get enough vitamin D in their diet’s. In fact, about 52% of children have low levels of vitamin D in their blood.
Killer Kidney Beans
Slow-cookers provide a convenient way for busy families to sit down to a home-cooked meal. But how do you know the food you’re making is safe? Most people understand that meats need to reach a specific temperature to eliminate the risk of food-related ill...
Sweet Potato Sandwich Wraps
Recipe for Sweet Potato Sandwich Wraps, a hearty flavor-packed twist on this classic lunch item.
Does Healthy Eating Cost More?
Decisions regarding food choices are based on a variety of factors including cost, taste, convenience, and availability. Many people feel that nutritious foods cost more than foods high in calories and low in important nutrients. In an effort to save mone...
Nutritional Needs Among High School Athletes
High school athletes have a greater need for nutritional adequacy for proper growth, development, wellness and performance as compared to students who do not participate in sports (Bingham, Borkan, & Quatromoni, 2015). In this fact sheet we will discuss t...
Healthy Beginnings – Infant and Toddler Feeding
Having a hard time understanding what, when, and how to feed your infant or toddler? Or maybe you’re looking for some additional tips and tricks to add to what you already know. We provide research-based answers to those tough questions
Fluoride: From Birth to Adolescence
In this fact sheet we will discuss the benefits of using fluoride, the most common concerns about fluoride intake in children, and recommendations from birth to adolescence.
Restaurant Style Pico de Gallo
Love the pico de gallo that is served with chips at your favorite Mexican restaurant? With this simple recipe, you can easily make it for your family at home! Serve it with any number of dishes including, but not limited to tacos, fajitas, burritos, enchi...
Nutrition for Older Adults - Protein
Protein is an essential nutrient, and a diet full of varied proteins, especially focusing on lean protein, can help older adults to maintain an independent lifestyle for a long as possible and improve health outcomes.
Orange Chicken
Our light take on the popular restaurant entrée is bursting with flavor. Pan fried chicken is paired with freshly squeezed orange juice, ginger, garlic, green onions, and a small amount of brown sugar to create a more savory version of this popular dish. ...
Gluten Free (GF) Eating: Making the Lifestyle Switch
This article will guide individuals as they transition to gluten free eating. The content is based on research and personal report of experts in the field of food and nutrition.
Fasting Diets: Are They Safe, Healthy, and Effective?
Diets are commonly prescribed to induce weight loss and reduce the risk of many diseases. Because a standard daily calorie restriction diet is often hard to maintain, other diet alternatives such as fasting diets were created. Fasting diets have been foun...
Fruit and Vegetable Guide Series: Peaches
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing peaches.
What Determines Produce Pricing in Utah?
A comparison of fresh produce prices at farmers markets and grocery stores in Utah.
Baby-Led Weaning: An Approach to Introducing Solid Foods to Infants
Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) is a safe and effective alternative to the traditional method as it introduces solid foods in a way that respects an infant’s autonomy, provides supplemental nutrition, and promotes healthy weight and eating behaviors (Rapley 2015)....
Frozen Yogurt in a Bag
This recipe is a great family activity where everyone can get involved! Once the bags are ready to shake, have everyone sit in a circle (outside is best because the bag might drip water). Take turns having each person shake the bag and passing to the next...
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadillas
Our sweet potato black bean quesadillas are a delicious vegetarian recipe that is very filling, due to its high protein and fiber content. Easily make them your own by adding different toppings!
What is Gluten?
Do you know if it is Celiac disease, a wheat allergy, or a wheat sensitivity? Here is a fact sheet that will outline those details for you.
Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)
We offer a simple take on this classic Mexican street dish, called Esquites. Our recipe eliminates a lot of calories by substituting plain Greek yogurt for mayonnaise. Try adding chili powder, paprika, or crushed red pepper for extra kick!
BBQ Chicken Lettuce Wrap
Forego the high-calorie hamburger buns with this BBQ chicken recipe! Lettuce leaves give the entree a simple, light, and fresh taste. The chopped cashews bring out the extra crunch in the dish, and the fresh pineapple paired with the BBQ sauce lends an is...
Added Sugars: What You Need to Know
Why and how to limit added sugar in your diet, what it is, and where to find it.
Increasing Fiber Intake During Childhood and Adolescence
Fiber is an important part of a healthful diet that provides numerous benefits when adequately consumed. We will discuss what fiber is, along with its health benefits, current recommendations, and strategies for incorporating fiber into your child’s diet....
Hearty and Healthy Pasta Bowls
In this wholesome recipe, fresh vegetables combine with high-protein ground beef to create a hearty, yet healthy take on a classic pasta-sauce combination. Whole grain pasta is used in place of an enriched macaroni product so your family receives all of t...
Chocolate Zucchini Brownies
This hybrid of zucchini bread and homemade brownies will get even the pickiest of eaters to ask for seconds. The mild and adaptable taste of zucchini is perfect to blend into a dark, thick brownie. Also the batter is perfect for tasting because there are ...
Boost the Benefits with Beans
Replacing fats with bean puree can reduce calories, fat, and cholesterol while adding nutrients.
Food Waste Prevention Part 5: Food Labels and Food Safety
Stop wasting food and money: learn what the dates on your food mean and safe food storage.
Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup
A play of spicy and sweet to add a pop of color and flavor to this reimagined tex-mex main dish. It is so easy to make, just add your ingredients, and leave them to cook! If you don’t like spicy foods, try swapping regular diced tomatoes for those canned ...
Curried Chicken Salad Sandwich
Most store-bought chicken salads have lots of mayonnaise, making them high in calories. This low-calorie alternative is made with plain Greek yogurt. You won’t even be able to tell the difference!
Go with Your Gut: the Role of Gut Microbiota in Health
Your gut microbiome is responsible for a wide variety of functions that contribute to overall health and may be linked to many chronic diseases including cancer, obesity, and cardiovascular disease.
Apple Cinnamon French Toast
This fruity take on a breakfast classic is ideal for Sunday morning breakfasts with the family or a weeknight breakfast for dinner. Try using a thick sourdough or whole grain bread that will absorb the egg mixture extra well.To mix it up, try different to...
Breastfeeding or Formula Feeding: A Mother’s Choice
Deciding how to feed an infant is a decision that should be made by a mother and her family. The benefits of exclusively breastfeeding an infant for the first six months of life are well established (World Health Organization [WHO], 2017); however, it may...
Nutrition and Chronic Pain
This fact sheet covers how inflammation and diet may affect chronic pain.
Fruite and Vegetable Guide Series: Sweet Potatoes
This guide includes information on selecting, preparing, cooking, and storing sweet potatoes.
Almond Whole Wheat Toaster Waffles
I love this recipe because ithas a great nutty flavor and crisp, light texture. Itreally sticks with me!The whole-wheat flour meansI am getting plenty of fiber and phytochemicals. The almond flour adds a wonderful nutty flavor, and some healthy fats, prot...
Strawberry Lime Chia Pudding
A cool and refreshing summertime treat, or a light and healthy dessert. It is easy to make and full of Omega-3 fatty acids, citrus, and fruit.
Hidden Vegetables
It can be difficult to get your children to eat enough vegetables, especially if they are picky eaters. Hiding vegetables in other dishes is one way to avoid any disliked flavors or textures (Blatt, 2011). However, there are pros and cons to taking this a...
Mahi Mahi Tacos
Don't like fish, but want the health benefits? Here is an easy and fresh fish recipe for people who don't like fish. Feel free to experiment with the toppings and adjust it for your family.
Body Image in Adolescence
This fact sheet addresses risk factors and protective factors in order to help adolescents navigate this critical time frame.
Helpful Hints for Parents of Picky Eaters
Having a child who is a picky eater can make snacks and mealtimes very stressful for parents and the rest of the family. If you have a picky eater in the family, you’re not alone. In this fact sheet we offer helpful
Fresh and Easy: How to Make Pureed Baby Food
Starting the transition from breast milk or formula to solid foods can be quite daunting for parents.To add to the challenge, there are hundreds of commercial pureed baby food options on the market to choose from. In
How to Nourish Mom and Baby Alike: Nutrition During Pregnancy
Eating nutritious foods and gaining the appropriate amount of weight during pregnancy is vital to a healthy pregnancy, delivery, newborn, and recovery for mom. In fact, eating a well-balanced diet during pregnancy has been found to decrease your risk for ...
Learning to Listen to Hunger and Fullness Cues
This fact sheet explains how learning to listen to internal cues, such as hunger and fullness signals, may encourage people to consume fewer calories and develop a healthier relationship with food.
Three Bean and Beef Chili
Looking for a recipe to win your neighborhood chili cook off? Try this flavorful and hearty chili that will win your (and your neighbors') taste buds over.
Smoothies—Helpful or Harmful?
Smoothies come in a variety of forms with a seemingly endless range of ingredients. Almost anything can be blended into this delicious drink, which makes it an excellent vehicle for attaining adequate amounts of essential nutrients, water, and fiber. Furt...
Food Waste Prevention Part 1: Introduction
No one likes wasting food, but in the United States each person wastes on average about a pound of food every day. Thirty million acres of cropland is used to produce this wasted food every year. To learn more about options to reduce food waste and resour...
Sweet As . . . Sucralose: The Pros and Cons of Artificial Sweeteners
A basic overview of artificial sweeteners, including what they are, why they are popular, and how they affect health.
Sweet Potato Fries
We have turned the American classic on its head, swapping the traditional potato for its sweet counterpart in this delicious recipe. Sweet potatoes are chock-full of vitamins and fiber. Dip them in ketchup, aioli sauce, ponzu sauce, or anything you like!...
Food Waste Prevention Part 2: Meal Planning
Prevent food waste through meal planning and shopping habits.
Dairy in Your Child's Diet
For many people, a healthy and well-balanced diet includes foods from all the food groups. The dairy group is especially important for children and youth because of the high amounts of protein, calcium, and vitamin D that are used to build strong bones an...
Helping Your Children Love Vegetables
If you want your child to like and eat vegetables: offer them early and often! Feed your child a variety of fruit and vegetable purees as soon as you introduce solid food (5-7 months) (Schwartz, 2011).
Food Waste Prevention Part 4: Using Leftovers
Don’t waste food or money: learn to safely use leftovers to make delicious meals.
Tips to Encourage a Healthy Body Image in Your Child
Parents have an important role in helping their child develop a healthy body-image. This fact sheet will explore a variety of ways to encourage a healthy body mage in both you and your child.