Researchers examined the ability of colored rice bran extracts to stimulate glucose uptake.
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Nutrition Corner: Recipes
Get cooking with these great recipes from Cooking with Science!
Sorghum Bran Rises as an Ingredient for Enhancing Gluten-Free Bread
Sorghum bran could provide both good flavor and nutritional value to gluten-free breads.
How Does Your Plate Stack Up?
What do your food plates look like, and how do they compare to the USDA’s MyPlate? Let’s find out.
Take the Healthy Eating Challenge
How do you know if the food you eat is nutritious? Take the Nutrition Challenge, to find out.
New Nutrition Publications
The National Agricultural Library is making it easier to stay up-to-date with new nutrition research!
Late Summer Fruits and Vegetables
Test your knowledge of late summer fruits and vegetables at your local farm or farmers market. How many can you find?
How Do You Hydrate?
Add color and flavor to your water by making fruity ice cubes at home.
Nutrition Coloring Pages
Did you know there are five food groups that help us stay healthy? Just download, print and get coloring!
Keeping Food Safe in Your Kitchen
The USDA has an app, called Food Keeper, to help you learn how to store the foods that you eat properly!
Popcorn: A Healthy, Whole Grain Snack
Did you know that popcorn is a 100 percent whole grain? Learn more about popcorn.
Build Your Own Healthy Plate
Do you know what food groups are part of a healthy plate? MyPlate can help you build a healthy eating routine and can be used for kids and adults of all ages!
Bacteria Can Be Good For Your Stomach
The bacteria that live and work together to keep you healthy are called the “gut microbiota.”
Plant-based Meals
With some planning, it is easy to combine plant-based foods throughout the day.
Healthy Snacking for Power Learning
Healthy snacks can give you energy when you are hungry between meals.
Fueling With Breakfast
Starting the day with a healthy breakfast can help you stay focused and energized while learning.
Online Tools to Help Fuel Your Day
Healthy eating is healthy living with these online tools.
Healthy Eating Q&A
Nutrition experts Dr. Patrice Armstrong and Colleen Sideck, from the Food and Human Nutrition Information Center, answer questions and provide tips
What is the Nutrition Facts Label?
The Nutrition Facts label provides a suggested serving size and can help you learn how much of each nutrient you are eating.
Vitamins and Minerals in Foods
Discover what the different vitamins and minerals do and how to choose foods that contain them.
Pick Your Pumpkins and Eat Them Too!
Pumpkins are fun to carve, but they are also a favorite ingredient for many people!