National Potato Chip Day

Potato chips are a major part of the snack food market. The global potato chip market generated total revenues of US $16.4 billion in 2005. This accounted for 35.5% of the total snacks market in that year (US $46.1 billion).  

How Potato Chips are Made

Potato chips were originally fried and seasoned. After the release of the Dietary Reference Intake guidelines in the US, Canada, and various countries concern regarding the amount of trans fats, sodium, and sugar became a major issue. The consumers, advocacy groups, and health associations focused on the nutritional value of junk foods, including potato chips. 

A recent study determined excessive consumption of potato chips may cause obesity, which can produce a rise in blood pressure. 

Some potato chip companies have responded to the criticism by investing in research and development to modify existing recipes and create health-conscious products. 

National School Breakfast Week

The School Nutrition Association (SNA) 2023 theme #NSBW23 is “Dig in To School Breakfast.” By celebrating National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) every year, SNA encourages all schools to recognize the importance of a healthy start to the day for fueling a child’s academic success. 

Benefits of Eating a Healthy Breakfast

Rise and Shine with Raffi and
a Healthy Breakfast
A Special Thank You to Raffi and the Centre for Child Honouring for
providing permission to use "Rise and Shine" to encourage a Healthy Breakfast.

"Raffi" (Raffi Cavoukian), C.M., O.B.C.

Founder and Chair, Centre for Child Honouring

He is known to millions as "Raffi," a beloved songwriter and performer, author,
ecology advocate and founder of the
Raffi Foundation For Child Honouring

Visit https://raffifoundation.org/ to learn more about
the Raffi Foundation For Child Honouring. 

Child Honouring is a vision for creating
a humane and sustainable
world by addressing the universal needs of children.

In his career, which spans three decades, Raffi has refused all commercial endorsement offers, and Troubadour Music, his own company, has never directly advertised or marketed to children. He passionately advocates for a child’s freedom to live without commercial exploitation.

      "We invite you to be a part of the global movement that views honouring children as the best way to create sustainable, peacemaking societies."  - Raffi

National Nutrition Month® 2023: Fuel for the Future

This year marks the 50th Anniversary of National Nutrition Month® created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This year's theme is "Fuel for the Future." Eating with sustainability nourishes us during our life and protects the environment. A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist can help you create healthy habits that are sustainable and celebrate your unique needs.

The FAO’s definition of sustainable diets:

Sustainable Diets are those diets with low environmental impacts that contribute to food and nutrition security and to healthy life for present and future generations. Sustainable diets are protective and respectful of biodiversity and ecosystems, culturally acceptable, accessible, economically fair, and affordable; nutritionally adequate, safe, and healthy; while optimizing natural and human resources.

National Nutrition Month® in 2023 is "Fuel for the Future" 

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day is also celebrated during National Nutrition Month®, on the second Wednesday in March. This occasion increases awareness of registered dietitian nutritionists as the indispensable providers of food and nutrition services while recognizing both RDNs and nutrition and dietetic technicians registered for their commitment to helping people enjoy healthy lives.

National Family Caregivers Day

National Family Caregivers Day celebrates caregivers everywhere. What caregivers do every day requires superpowers, and though we may not tell them often enough – the care they give matters to all of us.

Are you a caregiver to a parent, sibling, adult child, aunt, or uncle? It is not easy, and not many resources. Recently I came across a support group for caregivers. Most were parents taking care of their adult child. It was a blessing. I wasn't alone.

We know you're focused on the health and well-being of others, but it's important to remember to take care of yourself. Caring for yourself isn't selfish; it's an essential part of making sure you can give your best every day.

Staying strong as a caregiver

*Stay healthy with proper nutrition

*Eating healthy is the best way to maintain your strength, energy, stamina, and immune system. It's also one of the most powerful things you can do to stay positive.

*Good nutrition for your care receiver helps make care easier

*Up to half of all older adults are at risk for malnutrition, that's why it's important to make sure those you care for have a healthy diet. It helps prevent muscle loss, supports Rest. Recharge. Respite.

*Make sure to take some time away to re-energize or ask for help. Caregiving can be stressful, and taking a breather ensures that you'll be ready to take on the challenges Find out if you and your care receiver are getting the right amount of nutrients. Complete this nutrition assessment and see how you are doing.

10 Tips for Family Caregivers

1. Seek support from other caregivers.  You are not alone!
2. Take care of your own health so that you can be strong enough to take care of your loved one.
3. Accept offers of help and suggest specific things people can do to help you.
4. Learn how to communicate effectively with doctors.
5. Caregiving is hard work so take respite breaks often.
6. Watch out for signs of depression and don't delay getting professional help when you need it.
7. Be open to new technologies that can help you care for your loved one.
8. Organize medical information so it's up to date and easy to find.
9. Make sure legal documents are in order.
10. Give yourself credit for doing the best you can in one of the toughest jobs there is!

Make Your Recipes and Menus Stand Out with Nutrition Analysis

The many uses of Recipes and Menus Analysis and Development to enhance your product. Many people with special dietary needs and allergies will benefit from this information.

• Bloggers: Add nutrient analysis to your Recipes.
• Journalists: Feature Special Food Holidays
• Cookbook Publishers: Add nutrient analysis to Recipes and Menus
• Educators: Teach students how to read a label.
• Chefs: Creating healthy heart recipes
• Consumers: Create healthy recipes & menus
• Health Professionals: Resources
• Food Industry: Recipe and Menu development using their products.

Nutritional Analysis is part of our everyday life. We have grown accustomed to nutrition information being readily available. It helps many control their diets.

Avocado Toast with Fresh Beet Hummus,
 @KidsCookMonday #Hummus #Beets
#Avocado #FruitandVeggiesMoreMatters  

Chili Lime Jackfruit Tacos

Whole Grain Date Walnut Bread, Modified. http://bit.ly/2BQLC5F

Millions of people depend on nutrition information to meet their dietary needs. Some diets include low-calorie, carbohydrate-controlled, high protein, low protein, low fat, low cholesterol, low sodium, high fiber, gluten-free, lactose-free, and peanut allergies

Why use a dietitian for nutrient analysis?

• Purchasing nutrient analysis software and learning how to use the program is only useful if you have the knowledge to convert “as purchased” ingredients to the “edible portion.”
• Recipes are usually written based on what the consumer needs to purchase. The individual analyzing the recipe must evaluate the recipe based on the actual food-ready-to-eat (unless the food is meant to be eaten whole.)
• A nutritional analysis program cannot cook or prepare meals. A person must have skills in Food Science, Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Cooking and Preparation Techniques, Purchasing Guides, Yield Factors, and Nutrient Analysis Software.
• To own professional nutrition software with yearly maintenance fees can be expensive. In addition, there is the cost of an educated person to run the software.

Consider adding nutritional analysis to your online recipes. Your readers will benefit from the Nutrition information and a Registered Dietitian. A valuable service for Recipe Bloggers, Media, Cookbook Publishers, Writers, Chefs, and Recipe Websites. Your readers will enjoy and benefit from the Nutritional Analysis.

References:
Sun-Sentinel, Ft Lauderdale, FL
Condé Nast, Bon Appétit, CA, NY
Atlanta Constitution, GA 

Detroit Free Press, Detroit, MI
Fort Worth Star, Worth Forth, Texas

Publications:

Menu Solutions

Menu Solutions: Quantity Recipes for Regular and Special Diets

From "As Purchased" to "Edible Portion": How to Analyze a Recipe Using a Nutrient Database

Cost-effective - Pricing structure

Recipe Nutrition Analysis
(Please contact a company providing laboratory services; this is not a laboratory analysis.) Nutrition Analysis by the database is an excellent resource for the Media, Publishers, Writers, Chefs, Recipe Websites, and Blogs. With all recipes and menu analysis, the more information you provide, the more accurate the nutrition information.

  

Fee Structure for Nutrition Analysis
Number of Recipes	Fee/Recipe
	Nutrient Information
1 to 19	$ 40.00/recipe
>20 recipes	call for special pricing
Retainer services are available 954.294.6300 ask for Sandra Frank, Ed.D, RDN, FAND

Click the link to download the necessary form. Please call if you have any questions. All information provided is confidential.

For additional information, contact Sandra Frank, Ed.D, RDN,  FAND at recipenews@gmail.com  at 954-294-6300 

National Stress-Free Family Holiday Month Tips for Coping with Holiday Stress and Depression

18 tips for coping with holiday stress and depression:

1.       Make realistic expectations for the holiday season.

2.       Set realistic goals for yourself.

3.       Do not take on more responsibilities than you can handle. Pace yourself.

4.       Make a list and prioritize the important activities. This can help make holiday tasks
     more manageable.

5.       Be realistic about what you can and cannot do.

6.       Do not put all your energy into just one day. The holiday cheer can be spread from
     one holiday event to the next.

7.       Live and enjoy the present. Look to the future with optimism.

8.       Don't set yourself up for disappointment and sadness by comparing today with the
    good old days of the past.

9.      If you are lonely, try volunteering some time to help others.

10.   Find holiday activities that are free, such as looking at holiday decorations, going
   window shopping without buying, and watching the winter weather, whether it's a
   snowflake or a raindrop.

11.   Limit your drinking, since excessive drinking will only increase your feelings of
  depression.

12.   Try something new. Celebrate the holidays in a new way.

13.   Spend time with supportive and caring people.

14.   Reach out and make new friends.

15.   Make time to contact a long-lost friend or relative and spread some holiday cheer.

16.   Make time for yourself!

17.   Let others share the responsibilities of holiday tasks.

18.   Keep track of your holiday spending. Overspending can lead to depression when the bills arrive after the holidays are over. Extra bills with little budget to pay them can lead to further stress and depression.

Resource
1. Holiday Stress and Depression, WebMD   http://wb.md/2kw3Lh7

December 8, National Brownie Day Comparing the Brands

The chocolate brownie is either fudge or cake-like, depending on its density. They may include nuts, frosting, whipped cream, chocolate chips, fruits, or other ingredients. 

Comparing the Brands

Recipe Resources

Fitsugar, Healthy Brownie Recipes That Make a Diet Seem Decadent