Catch Cod for Wellbeing
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian Updated January 17, 2025 According to the Food and Beverage Trends 2025 Report by the Bell Institute of General Mills, high-protein lifestyles remain a top priority for consumers. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2020-2025) recommend to eat at least 8-ounces of seafood per […]
Rainbow Carrots: A Colorful Add-On for Health
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian Updated January 10, 2025 Carrots are a root vegetable known for its identifiable orange color and green leafy tops; however, can also be found as “babies” for easy snacking on-the-go. The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 reports 60.9% of consumers are buying carrots which is […]
Baking with Apple Sauce
Written by Abby Gelineau, University of Minnesota School of Public Health, Dietetic Intern Updated: December 26, 2024 Applesauce is the perfect side to any meal and a great way to get in a little fruit. It’s a perfect snack or lunch side for kids and is commonly used in lots of different ways as a […]
A Pear-fect Blend of Flavor and Health
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Registered Dietitian *sponsored by USA Pears Updated December 5, 2024 The United States is the largest exporter of fresh pears, averaging 244.3-million pounds between 2021 and 2022. Exports of prepared/preserved pears (ie. frozen, jam, pie, etc.) accounted for only 6.2-million that same period.(1) A […]
Quaker® Any Time, Any Moment
Written by Abby Gelineau, Dietetic Intern, University of Minnesota School of Public health Updated December 3, 2024 Quaker® is a household brand that most of you have probably already heard of. They are famous for their large variety of heart healthy oatmeal products that are a delicious breakfast option. However, did you know they make […]
From Bog to Table – The Wonderful Cranberry
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Registered Dietitian Updated October 30, 2024 The cranberry is considered the “original superfood” of the United States. They are the only native commercial fruit in North America where they grow in swamps and bogs of the northeast..(1) Cranberries are closely related to blueberries, bilberries, and […]
Supercharge Your Breakfast: The Benefits of Fortified Cereal for a Healthier Start!
Written by Abby Gelineau, University of Minnesota School of Public Health Dietetic Intern Updated October 22, 2024 *Sponsored Post Kellogg’s Special K cereal offers you delicious rice and wheat flakes with a variety of options for flavors and extra crunch. This cereal also has the added benefit of being high in lots of great nutrients […]
Tuna Time!
Written by Cassie Oman, Mackenthun’s Dietetic Intern Updated October 9, 2024 Tuna is a very versatile protein that can be utilized in many different recipes, on a sandwich or eaten on its own. It comes frozen, fresh and even shelf stable in packetswhich can last for up to 2 years in your cupboard! Did you […]
Edamame Essentials
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian Updated September 26, 2024 Edamame are immature soybeans that are known for its green pods and similarities in appearance like a lima bean. Unlike their mature counterparts which are a light yellow-brown pod, edamame is often eaten as is, mixed in soups or salads, or […]
Would You Believe Butter IS Okay?
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Registered Dietitian Updated September 2, 2024 According to a market analysis by Statista, it is predicted that the butter industry will earn approximately $49.91 billion by the end of 2024 and projected to grow 5.94% annually until 2029.(1) In recent years grocery stores have seen […]
