New Year – New Opportunities
New Year’s resolutions abound in January. Come March, many of us are feeling dissatisfied with our progress toward these resolutions. I would like to propose a more satisfying approach to behavior change, which is really what we are talking about here. According to the science of human behavior, successful resolutions involve a three-step process: cue, […]
September is Food Safety Education Month
Summer picnics may have come to an end, but the need to keep our foods safe for consumption knows no season. Foodborne illness claims the lives of 3,000 Americans each year. You may wonder how this can be, given that we live in such a technologically advanced world. It is a combination of conditions including […]
The Story of Teas
A daily cup of tea is an enjoyable experience around the world. Yet, we seldom reflect on the fact that this is a ritual that has been going on for thousands of years. How and where did it all begin, we might ask? There are a few theories that tea began in China, under the […]
Food and Nutrition Insecurity
Food and nutrition security is important for all. This blog will explain what food and nutrition insecurity is, who experiences it, and what is being done about it. Enjoy! According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), there is an association between food insecurity and poor nutrition, with individuals who report being most food insecure […]
