September-October 2014

What foods should I start with? What if my baby has an allergic reaction? How do I know my baby is getting enough important nutrients? Many parents approach introducing solid foods with great anticipation and

Carrot and Raisin Pancakes Recipe by Tram Le, MS, RD Ingredients ½ cup matchstick-cut carrots 1 teaspoon water 2 tablespoons raisins 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted and cooled 1 cup milk

Although chili peppers were cultivated and traded in the Americas for thousands of years, it wasn’t until explorers brought these fiery fruits from the New World back to Europe that their popularity spread. Today, chili

The first food mills were developed in the early 1920s by the Foley Manufacturing Company in Minnesota. A precursor to the modern blender and food processor, the food mill was designed to purée and mash

Breast milk is naturally bacteria-free, but if you are pumping to store for later use, milk can be contaminated by bacteria on the breast shield or the bottle. Mothers should wash their hands first and

A fad making the celebrity rounds is oil pulling, which is swishing a spoonful of plant oil (particularly sesame, sunflower and, more recently, coconut oil) in one’s mouth. Proponents of oil pulling tout improved oral

He always knew he wanted to help others, but Demetrius Willis, MS, MBA, RD, LDN, didn't have a clear vision of his future until he spent time with clinical dietitians at the oncology hospital where

Heart disease hit home for Jackie Boucher, MS, RD, LD, CDE, senior vice president and chief operating officer at the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation, when her grandmother Ruth, called her instead of dialing 911 when

Although still common in some developing countries, wet nurses are a relic of years past in the United States. Or are they? Meet the milk bank: a wet nurses' modern day equivalent. Milk banks provide

When her second child was born, Jenna knew something was amiss; even as a baby, Alexa was hard to soothe. Today, she is a 3-year-old picky eater who is easily frustrated and melts down over

A member of the rose family, pears are delicious in both sweet and savory dishes, and can be enjoyed raw, stewed, sautéed, baked, roasted, poached and grilled. Their high pectin content makes pears ideal for

On scorching days in Niger, it is not uncommon for a mother to give water to her infant. After all, she is thirsty so her baby must be, too. But in a nation where sanitation

Platform and Price Free: Apple. RDN Score 5 out of 5 Synopsis of the App The Appetites app delivers step-by-step cooking classes virtually. This newly designed version of the app now offers same-day ingredient delivery

Platform and Price Free download + subscription: Apple, Web RDN Score 4 out of 5 Synopsis of the App Calm promises to teach you to bring some calm into your life. It delivers scenic backgrounds,

Platform and Price Free App + Subscription: Apple, Android RDN Score 5 out of 5 Synopsis of the App The self-proclaimed “gym membership for the mind,” Headspace teaches you to meditate and provides resources to

Platform and Price Subscription service with free trial: Apple & Android. RDN Score 2 out of 5 Synopsis of the App Ideal Appetite is a meal planner that also includes options to track weight management

Platform and Price Free: Apple, Android, Web RDN Score 4 out of 5 Synopsis of the App Instacart is a relative newcomer to the growing online fresh grocery delivery market. The Instacart app provides access

Platform and Price 14 day free trial then $4.99: Apple. RDN Score 5 out of 5 Synopsis of the App Sprout Baby swaps the baby book for a virtual one and provides information and tools