Sip It, Snack It, Love It: Why Protein Matters
Written by: Dr. Andrew Akhaphong, DCN, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Registered Dietitian Updated: January 21, 2026 According to a 2025 International Food Information Council survey, more than half of U.S. adults are unsure of their daily protein needs—despite one in three reporting increased protein intake over the past year. As protein takes center stage […]
Winner Winner, Chicken Breast Dinner: Why It’s a Nutritional MVP
Written by Olivia Reigert, Dietetic Intern, University of Minnesota – School of Public Health Updated June 27, 2025 With the grilling season upon us, there is no better way to spend a summer afternoon than eating with family and friends. While classic choices like hamburgers, ribs, brisket, and hot dogs are delicious and classic summer […]
Crispy, Refreshing, Nourishing Cucumbers
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD Updated May 30, 2024 In a consumer survey published by the International Fresh Produce Association in 2022 -(1) 50% of consumers purchases cucumbers the past year 73% prefer to eat cucumbers with a salad Persons ages 50 to 49-years are the largest purchasing group of cucumbers The […]