Nutritional Sciences Resources
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Do you want to learn more about brewing kombucha at home? Learn about the historical roots of this fermented tea beverage and explore its global popularity, driven by perceived health benefits. Food safety is crucial in homebrewing, and we provide guidelines on equipment selection, hygiene practices, and acidity monitoring to prevent contamination. We also cover regulatory considerations regarding alcohol content, providing insights into safe consumption levels for different individuals. Whether you are a seasoned kombucha enthusiast or a novice, this publication is your gateway to a holistic understanding of the beverage’s origins, health aspects, and essential practices for safe and enjoyable brewing.
Sitara Cullinan, Mallika Mahida, Kris Ingmundson, Dulce M. Minaya, Rebecca C. Ackah, Ed.D., Jessica Moore, and Carla Luisa Schwan
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C 1312-SP
¿Qué se dice sobre la Kombucha casera?
Do you want to learn more about brewing kombucha at home? Learn about the historical roots of this fermented tea beverage and explore its global popularity, driven by perceived health benefits. Food safety is crucial in homebrewing, and we provide guidelines on equipment selection, hygiene practices, and acidity monitoring to prevent contamination. We also cover regulatory considerations regarding alcohol content, providing insights into safe consumption levels for different individuals. Whether you are a seasoned kombucha enthusiast or a novice, this publication is your gateway to a holistic understanding of the beverage’s origins, health aspects, and essential practices for safe and enjoyable brewing.
Sitara Cullinan, Mallika Mahida, Kris Ingmundson, Dulce M. Minaya, Rebecca C. Ackah, Ed.D., Jessica Moore, and Carla Luisa Schwan
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El embarazo es una época de cambios, y las futuras mamás tienen mucho en qué pensar, tanto por ellas mismas como por sus bebés. La seguridad alimentaria y la prevención de enfermedades transmitidas por alimentos (enfermedades causadas por alimentos contaminados) son muy importantes durante este período. Hay cuatro pasos sencillos que las mujeres embarazadas y sus familias pueden seguir para protegerse a sí mismas y a sus bebés, y prevenir las enfermedades transmitidas por alimentos.
Ines Beltran and Sarah Henes
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Las mujeres embarazadas deben prestar mayor atención a su nutrición, actividad física y seguridad alimentaria. Este recurso se creó para ayudar a los agentes de extensión y a sus clientes, y describe recomendaciones dietéticas y nutricionales esenciales, y su importancia, específicamente para la mujer embarazada y su bebé en crecimiento.
Ines Beltran and Sarah Henes
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El kimchi es un plato tradicional coreano que se elabora por lo general con repollo napa (también conocida como repollo chino o de invierno), y se mezcla con diversos ingredientes como zanahorias, cebollas, cebolletas, rábanos, jengibre, ajo, salsa de pescado y gochugaru. Esta recurso proporciona orientación basada en la ciencia para ayudar a los consumidores a preparar kimchi de forma segura en casa.
Mallika Mahida, Sitara Cullinan, Kris Ingmundson, Ines Beltran, Cecilia Tran, Sarah Henes, and Carla Luisa Schwan
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C 1364-11
Shopping for Your Diabetes Meal Plan
When you have diabetes, being aware of your food choices and eating habits is important, but it can be stressful when it comes to grocery shopping. Reading the Nutrition Facts labels is one way to find healthier options. This resource has tips on what to look for to make your shopping easier and less overwhelming.
Hsuan-Mein Yang, Terri Cameron Black, Maria Mercedes Rossi, and Michelle A Parisi
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C 1364-12
All About Carbohydrates
People living with diabetes have to pay special attention to carbohydrates, but because of some manufacturers’ labels, it can be difficult to determine the quantity of carbohydrates in different foods. This resource will help readers cut through the marketing language and find the information they need about the carbohydrate content of foods.
Katelyn I. Miller, Amanda Harner, Leeanne Cordell, Maria Mercedes Rossi, and Michelle A Parisi
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Managing diabetes effectively involves a combination of healthy lifestyle choices, including regular exercise. People with diabetes should take precautions before, during, and after exercise to avoid complications, and ensure their caregivers understand these precautions. This resource provides easy-to-follow guidance for you to stay active and healthy while managing your diabetes.
Katelyn I. Miller, Hsuan-Mein Yang, Stephanie Benton, Leeanne Cordell, Olivia Handley, Maria Mercedes Rossi, and Michelle A Parisi
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C 1364-14
Blood Glucose Monitoring for Diabetes
Routine blood glucose monitoring helps people with diabetes make informed decisions about their diet, physical activity, and medication, ultimately reducing the risk of serious long-term complications. This resource covers different types of monitors, as well as when you should test.
Aryan Paliwal, Brad Averill, Tracey Saxton, Maria Mercedes Rossi, and Michelle A Parisi
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