Some studies have shown relationships between too little vitamin D and greater risk for cancer, diabetes, depression and other mental illnesses.

As we enter the season of holiday get-togethers, consider ways to help protect your guests who may have issues with allergens, intolerances or auto-immune diseases.

We do not always have exact answers about whether food is “safe," but there are some best practices to keep in mind regarding food safety.

Buying from food vendors at farmers markets can help support the local economy.

Buying food at a grocery store and preparing it at home is better for your bottom line and often your nutritional quality.

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Nuts provide protein, fiber, healthful fats, and minerals such as magnesium, zinc, selenium, manganese and iron.

Autumn is a beautiful time of year with beautiful colors and crisp air that might promote nature walks.

Winter squash, such as pumpkins, with their dark gold or orange flesh, are particularly high in carotenoids, which our bodies convert to vitamin A for healthy skin and eyes.

A medium apple (3 inches in diameter) has about 100 calories and provides fiber, vitamins and minerals. Apples contain soluble fiber that may lower blood cholesterol levels.

Potatoes provide many essential vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C and potassium.

Modern-day pickling uses brine made from vinegar, salt, water and spices.

Beans are particularly rich in protein and fiber. They are good sources of the B vitamin folate.

Too much coffee, though, can cause jitteriness and can affect sleep.

Sandwiches can include foods from every MyPlate group in one menu item.

High-protein foods can produce a toxin when kept warm at temperatures below 140 degrees Fahrenheit.

Whether your pet of choice is a dog, cat, hamster, fish or other creature, you may experience some health benefits through your interactions with your pet.

Well-being includes eight dimensions: physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, financial and vocational.

Meat, poultry, fish, milk and other high-protein foods spoil quickly when above 40 degrees for more than two hours, but condiments such as ketchup, mustard and steak sauce are fine to use.

To ensure food safety when canning, use safe sources of recipes from university Extension throughout the U.S., from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the current Ball Blue Book.

The mild flavor of scapes will appeal to people to enjoy garlic.

Follow safe grilling practices to prevent foodborne illness, burns and grill-related fires.

Family meals provide structure and can reduce overall family stress.

Consider bringing items that do not require refrigeration, such as peanut butter sandwiches, nuts, seeds, fresh whole fruit, dried fruit and crackers.

Be sure that you do your homework before exploring the use of edible flowers on your menu.

Too much added sugar can be linked to weight gain, heart disease and several other chronic health conditions.

As we grow older, we need to be aware of our physical activity and nutrition, even more so than in our youth.

Potatoes are rich in vitamin C and potassium.

Researchers have found that children who help garden like to eat the food.

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