Balanced Bites: Healthy Eating During the Holidays

Balanced Bites: Healthy Eating During the Holidays

That time of year is upon us when the gravy flows and the mashed potatoes pile high. Trying to maintain a healthy diet can feel more challenging around Thanksgiving and other major holidays. Not only do we find ourselves surrounded by great food, but we’re often busy!...
What’s in Season in Maine?

What’s in Season in Maine?

Fresh fruits and veggies are nutrient-dense foods that are vital to your health. Eating local, in-season produce is the best bet for your money, because you’ll get the highest quality vitamins and minerals—plus in-season fruits and vegetables tend to be more...
Top 5 Foods for Staying Hydrated

Top 5 Foods for Staying Hydrated

Our cells, blood, muscles, tissues, and brain all rely on water to function properly. Staying hydrated is vital to keep your body well and to avoid overheating, especially in the summertime, during extreme heat waves, and if you work outdoors or are active. To stay...
Easy Tips for a Healthy Cookout

Easy Tips for a Healthy Cookout

Summer: ‘tis the season for cookouts! While a typical BBQ can include some not-so-healthy menu items (hello, hot dogs!), it doesn’t have to be that way. Follow these tips to keep your backyard grilling light, healthy, nutritious—and fun! Taste the best flavors of the...
Calorie-Dense vs. Nutrient-Dense Foods

Calorie-Dense vs. Nutrient-Dense Foods

We can get confused easily by what to eat. There are hundreds of diets out there, thousands of foods, and your wallet can only stretch so far. How are you supposed to know what the right foods to eat are? If you’re determined to eat healthy or lose weight but don’t...
Top 9 Cheapest and Healthiest Green Veggies

Top 9 Cheapest and Healthiest Green Veggies

Doctors and parents say “eat your greens!” for good reason. Full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, green veggies are good for you. These foods lower your risk of obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, and other health problems. But they aren’t always cheap. ($2...