Articles about nutrition.
The idea began at a Charleston County elementary school as a simple way to make students familiar with how garden vegetables grow. But since that time 14 years ago, this idea, known as the Green Heart Project, has spread to other parts of the Lowcountry and is now viewed as a critical tool to show … Read more
July 31 is National Avocado Day, and, if you’re looking to celebrate this healthy fruit by incorporating avocado into your summer meal planning, you might be on the right track. Wait, did we say fruit? Yes, technically, an avocado is botanically classified as a fruit and not a vegetable, even though its savory qualities may … Read more
Plump blueberries swathed in cream, a ripe blackberry just picked from the vine or fresh strawberries dressed with a light dusting of sugar sound like incredibly decadent, slightly naughty desserts. After all, a bite this sweet couldn’t possibly be healthy for you, right? Fortunately, these tiny little jewels aren’t forbidden snacks. They’re astoundingly healthy treats … Read more
Although inflation has been easing a bit, grocery bills are still high and sometimes eating healthy food can seem pricier than grabbing less nutritious supermarket options. Despite rising costs, you can still manage to eat healthy on a budget. It just requires a little planning and preparation. “It’s important to understand that healthy eating does … Read more
“We’re all part of this food chain,” said Abigail King, a functional nutritionist helping patients restore balance in their body – and in their life. “Seeking out locally sourced foods is hugely important for the sustainability of food production and for nutrient density in our food.” Farmers markets and local networks of food producers are … Read more
As friends and family members roll into your homes this season, the HealthLinks team hopes you will enjoy some of our tasty holiday favorites. For more recipes, please see the HealthLinks website. To health, happiness and the holidays – Cheers! Cullen’s Oysters Rockefeller Ingredients: Chesapeake Bay oysters – preferably toward the mouth of the bay, where … Read more