May-June 2015

Key Lime Mousse This raw, vegan mousse is like a deconstructed Key lime pie. It’s made with fresh lime juice, avocados and banana and placed atop a raw crust of coconut, walnuts and dates. See

Cinnamon is among the most distinct of spices. When its sweet aroma wafts through the house, you know something tasty is cooking. Cinnamon is the dried inner bark of a tropical evergreen tree. Once cut

Apple-Cranberry Chutney Chutneys are typically hot, spicy, tangy or pungent palate-pleasing condiments that liven up any dish. Cinnamon adds a delightful flavor to this chutney, which works as an appetizer with crostini or pita chips

Pickled Grapes These slightly sweet and sour grapes (flavored with cinnamon) are good on their own or enjoyed as part of a cheese plate, on salads or in a cocktail. Developed by Alexandra Caspero, MA,

In 1999, Alice J. Lenihan, MPH, RD, LDN, responded to the North Carolina Dietetic Association’s call for Special Olympics World Summer Games volunteers. Since then, the organization has been a big part of her life:

Through her private practice, Renee Simpson, RDN, counsels predominantly African American women because, "with an overwhelming four out of five African American women being obese, I found this to be the niche I needed to

Nothing says summer quite like the sweet, juicy flavors of stone fruits. Whether you prefer peaches, plums, nectarines, apricots or cherries — or any of their hybrids — act quickly: Unlike apples or pears, fresh

While it may appear a bit "unrefined," eating food on a stick takes us back to a time when utensils didn't exist. Whether you call them skewers, brochettes or pinchos, cooking and serving a variety

Fresh flowers can brighten a day, a room — and even a plate! While they may seem intrinsically ornamental, edible flowers can be budget-friendly, convenient and healthy additions to any home cook's repertoire. Flowers have

Until recently, shopping for organic foods required a special trip to a natural foods store or farmers market. As interest in organics grew, organic foods became widely available in conventional supermarkets, but premium prices meant

When Victoria M. Getty, MEd, RD, heard a proposal for the development of an urban orchard in Bloomington, Ind., she jumped at the chance to get involved. As director of the didactic program in dietetics

Some say sugar — including natural sugar found in 100-percent fruit juice — is behind the obesity epidemic, responsible for heart disease and causes cancer. Are concerns about sugar overshadowing fruit juice's positive contributions to

Synopsis of the App The USDA DRI Calculator puts the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) at your fingertips. This app makes it easy to calculate nutrient recommendations for clients directly from the app. Platform and Price

Synopsis of the App Healthmate is a steps tracker and life coach by Withings, the international app maker and smart devices manufacturer. Platform and Price Free. Apple and Android RDN Score 4 out of 5

Synopsis of the App The Workout Trainer app by Skimble offers thousands of multimedia workouts available on demand direct from your phone, tablet or computer Platform and Price Free Apple. Android RDN Score 4 out

Synopsis of the App Kitchen Wizard recommends recipes based on what’s in your kitchen at any given time. Platform and Price Free. Apple. RDN Score 3 out of 5 Pros Initial interview starts with a

Synopsis of the App Replay is a video editing app unlike others. This one sets prerecorded video and photo clips to music with style. Platform and Price Free: Apple RDN Score 4 out of 5

Synopsis of the App Two Grand is designed to help track your food intake in less than 3 minutes per day. The app encourages weight loss hopefuls to follow community members who have already met

When it comes to frozen treats, ice cream is an all-American favorite — but gelato is hot on its tail. Gelato, which literally means "frozen" in Italian, is rich, dense and creamy, yet it has

Eggless Same-Day Gelato Base Try this variation on a gelato base, made without use of eggs. Developed by Sara Haas, RDN, LDN Ingredients 1? cups, plus ? cup whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 2

Step 1 To make this gelato base (which can also be made?without eggs), start by combining?milk and cream in a saucepan and cook gently over medium-low heat (do not allow it to boil). In a

For every cell in the human body, there are about 10 nonhuman cells. These microbial residents of our gut, skin, eyes and nasal passages collectively are referred to as the "microbiome" — and research of

Prophylactic use of antibiotics in animal feed helps livestock stay healthy and grow faster, but it also may speed the emergence of drug-resistant bacteria that, according to the Centers for Disease Control, kill 23,000 people

Ginger-Prune Muffins These tasty breakfast muffins are flavorful and filled with fiber from whole-wheat flour, oats, prunes, raisins and carrots. Baked with Greek yogurt and applesauce in place of oil or butter, they are lower

Whole-Grain Linguini with Cranberries and Gorgonzola The sweet notes of dried cranberries mesh perfectly with the saltiness of Gorgonzola cheese and the crunchiness of pistachios in this whole-grain pasta dish. See more “Feast on Fruit”

From breakfast muffins to dinner-worthy dishes and dessert, sweet notes pair well with grains, nuts and vegetables when fruit finds its way into flavorful recipes!