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Summer Glow Pops
You’ve come to the right place if you’re looking for the perfect summer treat that’s refreshing and energizing! Beets provide nitrate that converts to nitric oxide in your body, a substance that dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow. Pineapple contains carotenoids, which protect the skin from the inside out. And, oranges have loads of vitamin C, an essential nutrient for skin health. Don’t be surprised if you get a natural “summer glow” after enjoying these pops! “Summer Glow Pop!”
Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · July 28, 2021 · < 1 min read
Asian Black Rice Salad with Chili-Spiced Roasted Cashews
This salad is sure to be a winner with guests at your next summer picnic. It’s bursting with color, flavor, and fun textures from the carrots, cabbage, and cashews. The carrots and cabbage have natural abilities to protect skin from the inside out with their high carotenoid content; black rice (also called purple rice) has been shown to have a higher anthocyanin count than blueberries; and, you’ll receive a nice dose of probiotics with the organic miso. Bottom line? Your guests’ bellies will be happy while you feel good knowing that you’re nourishing them well.
Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · July 21, 2021 · < 1 min read
Plant-Protein Powered Salad

This meal is a great example of how you can optimize plant-based nutrition in a salad. As you probably know, you can get lots of protein from nuts and seeds. Walnuts have 4 grams of protein per ounce and come with other essential nutrients like fiber, essential fatty acids, and phytonutrients. Tahini has almost 3 grams of protein per tablespoon plus calcium, copper and selenium. Amaranth is a pseudograin with more protein than any other grain at 9 grams per cooked cup. And, kale has boatloads of other nutrients like beta carotene, iron, and calcium. This salad is nourishing and satisfying!

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · July 21, 2021 · < 1 min read
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