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Crafting Picture-Perfect Plates: A Guide to Professional Food Styling
Savannah Helm
With social media and digital platforms playing a significant role in how food is consumed and shared, understanding the fundamentals of food styling is essential for recipe developers. Raeanne Sarazen, MA, RDN, FAND, author of The Complete Recipe Writing Guide, highlights the importance of presentation in ensuring your recipes capture attention.
Where Art and Science Collaborate: Recipe Writing for RDNs
Savannah Helm
Creating professional recipes with a health focus requires developing, testing, and refining to ensure they are flavorful, precise, and nutritionally robust. For Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs), this process is a natural extension of their expertise in promoting healthy eating habits. The Complete Recipe Writing Guide by Raeanne Sarazen is the essential companion for budding recipe developers and a trusted reference for seasoned pros.
From Tide to Table: Oysters Leading the Way in Sustainability
Savannah Helm
As we navigate the culinary landscape in search of sustainable and nutrient-rich foods, one emerges from the depths of the sea as a true champion: the oyster. Nestled within its humble shell lies a powerhouse of nutrition and ecological benefits. During National Nutrition Month, we're called to contemplate the wider ramifications of our food choices, and with its abundant nutritional content and profound ecological impact, the oyster presents a compelling argument for embracing sustainable dining practices.
Nourishing Our Future: The Role of RDNs in Advancing Food Sustainability
Savannah Helm
As registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs), we hold a profound responsibility not only to promote optimal nutrition but also to advocate for food systems that support the health of individuals and the planet. In this era of escalating environmental challenges and global health crises, understanding, and integrating principles of food sustainability into our practice is imperative. Let's explore what sustainability means for our food supply, assess the current state of affairs, and explain why this is pivotal in our profession.
Nutrition for Endometriosis: Nourishing Your Body
Savannah Helm
Endometriosis is a complex and painful condition that affects millions of women worldwide. Nutrition can play a vital role in managing the symptoms and improving the overall health and well-being of those with endometriosis.