cornmeal

Ingredients for Health: Cornmeal

When you think of cornmeal, cornbread is probably the first thing that comes to mind. But did you know it can be used for so much more than that? From sweet breakfasts and desserts to savory sides and main dishes, cornmeal has a place in far more recipes than you might think. 

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Picnic Hotspots

Discover the top five ultimate picnic spots in the U.S.

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Data Reveals Key Insights into Teen Mental Health

It’s hard to be a teen these days, especially in a digital world that doesn’t seem to be slowing down any time soon. The pressures of social media, keeping up with good grades, plus general stress and anxiety all contribute to a set of challenges for today’s youth.

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Are Trends Helping or Hurting Your Sleep?

These days, social media, mainly TikTok, is buzzing with all sorts of sleep trends, and it seems like everyone’s trying something new to catch those elusive Z’s. But before you jump on the latest viral hack, it might be helpful to see what the experts have to say.

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The Basics of DEIA Training

If you’ve never implemented any sort of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access (DEIA) training in your workplace you might have questions about what DEIA training looks like and why it’s important. Read on for a brief overview of DEIA initiatives in the workplace and how they can benefit your work environment.

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cinnamon sticks and ground cinnamon

Ingredients for Health: Cinnamon

Cinnamon has been used all around the word for thousands of years, so we’ve had a long time—and a lot of different cultures—to contribute to the list of possibilities. Let’s dive into how to use this familiar spice, plus how eating it can benefit your health.

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Sliced honeydew melon

How to Honeydew

Honeydew melon is often seen as the filler ingredient of every fruit salad. But according to a recent article in USA Today, honeydew is establishing itself as a nutritious fruit worth including in your average diet. 

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Judges try meals made by students in Norwich Public Schools Discovery Kitchen Cook-off competition

Everyone Loves a Friendly Competition

Reminiscent of many of our favorite cooking competition TV shows, Director of Dining Services Nizam Saad, of Norwich Public Schools came up with the idea for the Discovery Kitchen Cook-off—a cooking competition among four teams of two middle school students to see who could create the best dish.

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What Influences Food and Beverage Decisions

The International Food Information Council recently released their 2024 Food & Health Survey, covering a wide range of topics, from perceptions about food safety and what makes food “healthy” to the impact of social media on food and nutrition and what factors are most important in driving purchases.

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New School Year, New Vibe

The start of a new school year is always exciting, but with some creativity and planning, you can always turn it up a notch with some fresh ideas! Bring the back-to-school party into the cafeteria, reconnect with your students after break and set the tone for a great year ahead. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

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