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Can anti-inflammatory foods help arthritis?

Published on July 20, 2022
A number of studies show that certain foods might help reduce inflammation associated with arthritis or other chronic conditions.
Living well with diabetes during summer celebrations

Published on June 21, 2022
Summer activities often include food. Sticking to your diabetes meal plan when everyone around you seems to be splurging is key to staying healthy with diabetes.
Pantry to preschool strengthens nutrition security for northern Michigan families

Published on June 16, 2022
Through innovative thinking, MSU Extension and Father Fred Food Pantry are bringing food security to Michigan families.
Dr. Nancy Turner inducted as a Fellow of the American Society for Nutrition

Published on June 12, 2022
Induction into the Fellow of the American Society for Nutrition is the highest honor that the Society bestows.
Policy seminar on food inflation in Sri Lanka and the role of social safety nets

Published on May 31, 2022
The seminar titled ‘Economic Crisis, Soaring Food Prices, and Nutritional Wellbeing: Options for Safety Net Interventions in Sri Lanka’ included PRCI-Asia lead Suresh Babu on the panel
Safely feeding infants amid formula shortage

Published on May 23, 2022
During the current nationwide infant formula shortage, here are some helpful resources and suggestions for keeping your baby safe.
Eating meals together as a family

Published on April 19, 2022
Family meals help create strong family bonds and healthy habits.
Safe methods for picking and storing grape leaves

Published on April 1, 2022
Late spring is the best season for picking fresh grape leaves right off the vine! Learn about the safest methods for picking and storing them.
Lentils: A nutrient-dense food to enjoy often

Published on March 28, 2022
Lentils are a nutrient-dense plant food that meet the USDA MyPlate nutritional profile to be both a vegetable and a protein. They are economical and shelf-stable, making them a must-have for every pantry.
FSHN accepting applications for Academic Specialist-Teacher

Published on March 18, 2022
The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition (FSHN) at Michigan State University invites applications for a full‐time, 12-month, fixed-term Academic Specialist-Teacher with a 100% teaching assignment.