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Mar 4

The Basics of Basil

As our series on herbs and spices continues, let’s cover one of the most widely-used fresh herbs in the culinary world: basil. Basil is m...

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Jordan Murray, RD

Feb 24

Oregano: Pizza and More

Have you ever thought there should be a cologne that makes you smell like pizza? There is – it’s called oregano oil. Let me explain. A few...

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Jordan Murray, RD

Feb 17

Chives, Scallions and Leeks - Oh My!

Here’s the typical discussion that comes up when you’re prepping a new recipe that includes chives: “Chives? Aren’t those like onions? Wa...

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Jordan Murray, RD

Feb 10

Mint: Much More Than Gum

As a kid, the flavor of mint only meant one thing to me – gum. As an adult, it was quite a shock eating a bowl of tabbouleh and strugglin...

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Jordan Murray, RD

Feb 3

In Appreciation of Cilantro

Let’s start our series on herbs and spices with one of the more polarizing items on the list – cilantro. It’s a cliché for most foods, bu...

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Jordan Murray, RD

Jan 27

Herbs and Spices Series Introduction

As a dietitian, I’ve heard way too many people say “If it tastes good, it must not be good for me.” This couldn’t be further from the tru...

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Pump Up the Flavor: Using Herbs and Spices

Taylor Ellingson, Viterbo Dietetic Intern

Nov 25, 2019

Pump Up the Flavor: Using Herbs and Spices

1 in 3 adults over the age of 20 years has hypertension, a primary risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Hypertension, also known as hi...

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Taylor Ellingson, Viterbo Dietetic Intern

Nov 11, 2019

Small But Mighty: Microgreens

Have you ever seen a high-quality meal that’s garnished with tiny, plant-like ingredients? Did you ask yourself, “What are those?” I know...

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My Least Favorite Thing on the Internet: “Never” Food Lists

Jordan Murray, RD

Oct 16, 2019

My Least Favorite Thing on the Internet: “Never” Food Lists

When it comes to food and nutrition, the Internet can be a fantastic resource. Endless pages of easily prepped meals and cooking tips can...

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Jordan Murray, RD

Aug 27, 2019

A Tribute to the Tomato

It’s the time of year when anyone in your office who has a garden is bringing in the surplus of their harvest for their co-workers to pic...

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