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Recipes & Research: Sweet Potato Ginger Soup

Nutrition

Countertop with bowls of fresh fruits and vegetables, like bananas, blueberries and broccoli, with hands holding a tomato in the background.

Jul 27, 2022

Demystifying Fruit and Vegetable Nutrition Myths

Are vegetables less healthy when cooked? Are fresh fruits healthier than frozen fruits? What happens to plants' nutritional value as they're prepared for meals or storage? Let's find out! 
Discover the facts behind common food and nutritional myths related to gluten, detoxing and high-fructose corn syrup.

Dec 11, 2021

Exploring Nutritional Half-Truths

Nowadays everyone seems to be a nutrition expert, which makes finding factual information that much harder to track down. Get started by learning more about a trio of common nutrition half-truths. 
Close up of hands holding a pita pocket with cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese and lettuce as the filling.

Oct 19, 2019

Rainbow Pita Pockets

Eating healthy on the go can be a snap with this quick, easy recipe for a portable, nutritious and kid-friendly snack! 
Close up of hands scooping out dried bananas, alongside glass bowls of other healthy snacks like raisins, to make a toss up snack bag.

Oct 19, 2019

Healthy Toss Up Snack for Kids

Looking for a healthy, grab-and-go snack that the kids can help with? The Toss Up Snack is a great way to make snack prep a family affair! 
Seared salmon in a skillet

May 22, 2019

How to Cook Seared Salmon

Cooking fish may seem intimidating, but it's easier than you think to whip up a quick, healthy salmon dish. 
Close-up of Berry Medley Tart on kitchen counter

Aug 1, 2018

Research & Recipes: Very Berry Tart

A gluten-free dessert that's good for you and tastes good? Look no further than our very berry tart, compliments of NC State Extension's Aubrey Mast! 
Cranberry salsa displayed in a white dish with pita chips on the side

May 30, 2018

Celebrate Summer With a Cranberry Salsa

NC State Extension Nutrition Associate Aubrey Mast shares a sweet summer salsa made from cranberries, which will tickle your taste buds and heal your body at the same time. 
Sweet Potato Ginger Soup in a white bowl held by a pair of hands.

Mar 17, 2018

Recipes & Research: Sweet Potato Ginger Soup

Indulge in a nutritious, delicious soup recipe using N.C. sweet potatoes, while learning more about the health benefits of fresh produce from Extension Nutrition Associate Aubrey Mast.