Nutrition Education Blog

By: Hannah Doerr – Gleaners Nutrition Education Team                Iron is an essential nutrient for our bodies. Most of the iron in our body is found in a protein called hemoglobin,…

Up to 60% of our bodies are made up of water! Although the amount of water we should each be consuming in a day will vary depending on person, age,…

By: Izzah Siddiqui – Gleaners Nutrition Education Team Proteins are an essential part of a balanced and satisfying meal. Here are some strategies and tips for prepping and incorporating proteins like…

By: Laura Ritacco, RDN – Gleaners Nutrition Education Team Disclaimer: The following content is for informational and educational purposes only and should not substitute the advice of your medical professional. Always…

By Emily Lesky – Gleaners Nutrition Education Team Consuming added sugars in your diet can lead to dangerous health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Added sugars can be found…

Eating out is a popular way for socializing with our friends and family. Also, many people chose to eat out when they may not have time to cook for the…

By Olivia Barrera – Gleaners Nutrition Education Team Growing your own tomatoes is one way to savor the flavor of a Michigan summer. Home grown, vine ripened tomatoes are savory, sweet,…

With the return of the warm weather, farmer’s markets are also returning. Here in Metro Detroit, there is an abundance of markets all around. There are some great reasons why…

By Laura Ritacco, RDN and Klair Urbin – Gleaners Nutrition Education Team  We’ve all seen them on packages at the grocery store: Use-by, best- by, and sell-by dates. But have…

By Klair Urbin – Gleaners Nutrition Education Team  There is a common misconception that canned food is always less healthy than fresh fruits and vegetables. This comes from the fact…