FCS3-631: 2020-2025 U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Courtney Luecking, Janet Tietyen-Mullins, Lucy Valdez, Jackie Walters | Oct. 14, 2021 (New)

Each five years, law requires the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to review the latest science and update advice on what Americans should eat and drink. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are designed to provide current dietary advice to promote health, help reduce risk of chronic disease, and meet nutritional needs across the lifespan. The guidelines also serve as a foundation for federal food, nutrition, and health policies and programs like the National School Lunch Program and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), to reduce hunger and increase food security through access to healthy, affordable food.

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FCS3-595: Recommended Food Storage Times

Sandra Bastin, Annhall Norris | Oct. 7, 2020 (Major Revision)

Americans spend, on average, around 6% of their budgets on food. Knowing how to safely store foods will help you protect your investment with high quality results. Properly storing food gives you better nutrient retention, reduces waste, decreases risk of foodborne illness, and ensures fresher, better tasting food. Food held beyond the recommended storage time may still be safe, but the quality may have started to deteriorate.

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FCS3-630: Savor the Flavor: Seasoning with Spices

Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Annhall Norris, Janet Tietyen-Mullins | Jun. 3, 2019 (New)

Making foods flavorful is just one of the many benefits of using spices in the kitchen. Adding salt to a dish can be the first thing that comes to mind to add flavor when something is bland, but using spices during cooking may be a more healthful choice.

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FCS3-629: Savor the Flavor: Building Flavors with Herbs

Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Annhall Norris, Janet Tietyen-Mullins | May. 16, 2019 (New)

Herbs are usually what give many of our most loved foods their characteristic taste, like the boldness of a pasta sauce or the depth of a savory soup or stew. Generally, these ingredients add to the dish by providing a new dimension of flavor. Learning to use these allow us to transform meals prepared at home into even more flavorful and robust dishes.

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FCS3-628: Savor the Flavor: Cooking with Oils and Vinegars

Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Annhall Norris, Janet Tietyen-Mullins | Apr. 18, 2019 (New)

Oils and vinegars are perfect for adding great flavor and health benefits to any dish. There are many different types of oils and vinegars to cook with that can be both flavorful and healthy. Oils are known for their anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and antioxidant properties. Vinegars have been used for centuries for their "healing" properties because of the antioxidants that they contain as well. Knowing what types to use for different dishes is the best way to get started in adding more flavor to your meals.

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FCS3-582: Home Canning Pickles and Fermented Foods

Sandra Bastin, Debbie Clouthier | Apr. 11, 2019 (Minor Revision)

The home canning of pickles, relishes, and fermented foods allows you to enjoy the bounty of your summer garden or local farmers market year-round. It may also save you money and give you some control over what's in your food. To ensure safe, high-quality home-canned products, always follow research-based recommendations when canning.

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FCS3-578: Home Canning Basics

Sandra Bastin, Annhall Norris | Mar. 22, 2019 (Minor Revision)

People choose to can foods at home for many reasons: to preserve the harvest from their gardens or local farmers markets for year-round enjoyment; to gain more control over what is in their food by limiting or avoiding salt, sugar or preservatives; to save money; to get better-tasting canned foods; to follow family traditions; or just for the sense of satisfaction that home canning provides.

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FCS3-627: Sensational Salads

Jennifer Bridge, Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Mar. 21, 2019 (New)

Salads have been a mainstay in meal planning for years as they add color, texture, and freshness. Salads are also a great way to incorporate a variety of vegetables and other healthy foods into meals. While a basic garden salad is still a good choice, creative dishes have been introduced, moving salads into something more than a side dish.

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FCS3-621: Carbohydrates and Athletic Performance

Kyle Flack, Harry Hays, Jack Moreland | Feb. 5, 2019 (New)

Carbohydrates are one of the most important nutrients an athlete can consume. Carbohydrates provide the energy needed to help an athlete reach their peak athletic potential during a vigorous training session or when competing.

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FCS3-622: Dietary Fat and Athletic Performance

Kyle Flack, Harry Hays, Jack Moreland | Feb. 5, 2019 (New)

When someone hears the word fat they usually think of body fat. However, the fats we eat can serve an important role in our health and physical fitness. Fats that we eat (also called lipids) are more than just fried food and butter. Other sources can provide benefits that are especially important in athletic performance.