Ashland University Dietetics Program News: March is National Nutrition Month

Sunday, March 9, 2014

March is National Nutrition Month

This year's National Nutrition Month theme is "Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right". Ashland University Student Dietetic Association will be having three events to bring National Nutrition Month to campus.

Tuesday, March 11th from 5-7pm:

Come to Tuffy's to learn how to make a healthier smoothie and try FREE samples!

Thursday, March 20th from 5-7pm:

Come to Convo for NEW Hot Bar options and learn about proper portion sizes of your favorite foods!

Thursday, March 27th from 5-7 pm:

Come to Eagles' Nest to learn about healthier snacking options available on campus and WIN prizes!

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Managing Food Allergies

Have you or a family member been diagnosed with a food allergy? Or perhaps you have a guest visiting your home with a food allergy? One important step to remember in managing food allergies is to avoid cross-contact.

Cross-contact occurs when one food comes into contact with another food and their proteins mix. As a result, each food then contains small amounts of the other food that are often invisible to us. Even a trace of food on a spoon or spatula that is invisible to us can cause an allergic reaction.

When cooking allergen-free meals, use utensils and pans that have been thoroughly washed with soap and water. If cooking several foods at the same time, cook the allergen-free meal first, then keep it covered and away from any splatter caused by other foods that are cooking. If you have handled an allergy-causing food, wash your hands with soap and warm water before serving the allergen-free meal.

For more information on separating foods, visit www.homefoodsafety.org. To learn more about managing food allergies, visit The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network or consult a registered dietitian.

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