In today's fast-paced world, making informed and healthy food choices is more important than ever. The MyPlate initiative, introduced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), serves as a practical guide to help us create balanced meals that contribute to overall health and well-being. This simple yet powerful tool emphasizes the importance of incorporating [...]
It’s the peak of summer time and that means you are more at risk of becoming dehydrated, especially here in Texas! Dehydration can cause serious problems to your body. These problems can include dizziness, headaches, digestion problems, mood changes, memory issues, and how well you are able to process information. Dehydration can also be serious [...]
The month of June is dedicated to “MyPlate food groups and portions for a healthy eating pattern” and “Prevention of Obesity, diabetes, and other chronic diseases”. Join Shynice as she talks about the dangers and causes of Hypertension, as well as how simple changes in diet and lifestyle can improve your health. After a [...]
National Dairy Month is a great way to start the summer with nutrient-rich dairy foods. Dairy. Because Science. Countless studies over decades of research link dairy with major health benefits. Dairy is a scientifically proven powerhouse food. One glass of milk contains at least 10% of your daily [...]
George Washington Carver and his impact on Houston Food Bank George Washington Carver is best known for his advancements and impact in agriculture. Why was he motivated to do this work? His interest was particularly focused on the widespread poverty among farmers in the south, a situation exacerbated by the aftermath of [...]
The Houston Food Bank is proud to announce our recent grant with CareSource Bayou Health to support our School Markets Program. One in five children in Southeast Texas is considered food insecure, and the School Market program was developed to improve access to nutritional foods to middle and high school students in these vulnerable populations. [...]
Join the Houston Food Bank’s host Pearl Cajoles, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Digital Marketing Coordinator Sarah Crulcich, and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Nutrition Educator Shynice Allen as they talk about the pitfalls and pros of diet changes in the New Year.
Growing up, I watched my mother cook three meals per day every day of the week. Even though the result was delicious, the process seemed tiring. She tried her best to involve me in the cooking process. But the harder she tried, the more dislike for cooking I built. I did not see myself [...]
MyPlate is a guide published by the USDA to help the community members plan and create nutritious meals. MyPlate incorporates food from all five food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, and dairy. Proteins are an important part of the diet. Protein consumption is especially important during periods of growth and development in children and [...]
Growing children may need snacks in between meals to curb their hunger and keep them active throughout the day! So, do you ever wonder what snacks to give your child that are both nutritious and delicious? Choosing healthy snacks for your child can support and even enhance their healthy eating habits by providing them [...]