Ideas That Nourish
Explore expert tips, personal stories, and helpful guides to make healthy eating easier and more joyful.
The Salty Truth About Sodium
What is salt? Table salt–the most common form of salt–is a combination of sodium and chloride. It’s used to preserve food and enhance flavor. It …
Cut Back on Your Kid’s Sweet Treats
Serve Small Portions It’s not necessary to get rid of all sweets and desserts. Show kids that a small number of treats can go a …
Tips for Temperature Control and Preventing Spoilage
Proper temperature control, date observation, and FIFO practices are some of the best ways you can store food safely and prevent food spoilage.
Be Food Safe
Wash Hands with Soap and Water Wet hands with clean running water and apply soap. Use warm water if it is available. Rub hands together …
Tips for Handling Food Safely Before Storage
It is very important to handle foods properly in preparation for storage so that it’s harder for germs like bacteria and fungus to grow.
Food Safety
Foodborne Illness Foodborne illness (often called food poisoning) is a sickness that is caused by eating unsafe food. Foodborne illness can be mild, causing ...