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Ingredients for Health: Sweet Potatoes

Everything you need to know about sweet potatoes, including nutrition facts, health benefits, recipes, preparation methods and fun facts!

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What’s the Big Deal About ChatGPT?

Learn more about the popular AI ChatGPT, and discover how AI can be used to make your work and your school nutrition program more efficient.

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When Local Means Global

With a growing immigrant population, what was once considered “ethnic food” in the U.S. has now become part of the American diet—and part of school menus!

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‘Tis the Season: Food Forecasts

Whole Foods Market is first out of the gate with predictions for the hottest food trends consumers can expect in 2024—stay tuned for other predictions in the coming weeks.

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“Crisis” Management

When life gets overwhelming, indulging in a comfort food favorite can be an effective way to manage stress. Enter: Domino’s new Emergency Pizza Program!

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Census Bureau Report Shows Rising U.S. Poverty Rates

Poverty rates in the U.S. rose by 60% from 2021 to 2022, but school lunch programs are still successful in helping to remove people from poverty.

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Ingredients for Health: Popcorn

“Pop” quiz: With 1.2 billion pounds consumed by Americans every year, what is the most popular snack food (by volume) in the U.S.? It’s popcorn! As a healthy, whole grain, and extremely versatile and easy-to-prepare snack, here’s why popcorn definitely deserves its place at the top.

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Influencing Is “In”

What exactly is a “Pizza Influencer,” and how could you put a spin on the influencer trend to market your school meals program?

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Combatting Ageism in the Workplace

Ageism—discrimination based on someone’s age—can be a prevalent workplace problem in any field, and school nutrition is no exception. To encourage a positive multigenerational workplace, there are steps you can take to address ageism. Here are a few to help get you started:

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SY2023-24 Goals: Finding Focus

Trying to take on too many goals at once can be overwhelming for everyone involved, including yourself. Don’t risk spreading yourself too thin—instead, work together with your team to prioritize and brainstorm things you can realistically achieve.

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