HYDRATE! Most of us don’t drink enough water. Women need about 2 liters (8 glasses/64 oz.) per day, and men...
Archive for category: Nutrition
Super Swiss Chard
With its lush green leaves and crunchy colorful stalks that range from white to yellow to red, Swiss chard is as beautiful as it is nutritious.
5 Alternatives to Traditional Grains
Whole grains are an integral part of a healthy diet but if you believe just whole wheat and brown rice...
Tips to Healthier Eating in the New Year
Is eating healthier one of your New Year's resolutions? Following a fad diet, or being overly restrictive, will not help you or your family achieve your health goals. Try these simple yet sensible steps that will help you adopt a healthier diet, without feeling deprived.
Shop Healthy. Live Healthy
Shop Healthy. Live Healthy Picking out healthy foods isn’t always straightforward. Products labeled “made with whole grain”, “multi-grain”, and “made...
Broccoli Sprouts – An Exceptional Super food
Broccoli Sprouts – An Exceptional Super food What’s “sprouting” at Kirk Market? Broccoli Sprouts! For those of you who are...
Gluten Free
Gluten is the protein in wheat, rye, barley, spelt and a few other closely related grains.
The Ten Organic Best
Buying food that is certified as organic or biodynamically produced, whatever the logo, can give consumers the reassurance that higher welfare and environmental standards are being pursued.
Nut & Peanut Free Snacks for School
So what kinds of foods are good to bring to a nut-free classroom? Here are some ideas. Your school may provide a list, however, one good source for current information will be the parent of the classmate with the nut allergy. Always check labels on packaged foods.
Meet our Nutrition Expert, Andrea Hill
Everyday we make food decisions that impact our overall health. Navigating the grocery aisles and knowing how to make better food choices is an intricate part of building health into your busy lifestyle.