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Austin

California avocados: The green alternative

Looking for that perfect summer treat that tastes good and is good for you?  Well, look no further than the produce aisle, where you’ll find ... Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, June 30, 2012 4:00 pm

Austin

Divisions were sharp between east, west

Last week I mentioned “Dutch Town,” a neighborhood on Austin’s east side in the late 1800s. Here is an essay by Dr. Francis Meany explaining ... Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, June 23, 2012 4:26 pm

Austin

Have a slice of cheese and some good health

Whether it is eaten as string, shredded, sliced or cubed, Americans love cheese.  Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, June 23, 2012 4:24 pm

Austin

Celebrate Father’s Day with these healthy choices

As Father’s Day is celebrated, it is also a perfect time to celebrate all men and their health.  Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, June 16, 2012 4:37 pm

Austin

Pack a picnic full of color

Memorial Day launches a new season — the picnic season — a season in which we spend time with friends and family over the picnic ... Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, May 26, 2012 4:32 pm

diet

Give your garden a boost of nutrition

If you are looking for a boost in nutrition this garden season, look no further than a new line of vegetable plants from Burpee Home ... Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, May 12, 2012 4:48 pm

Austin

Celebrate the ‘aristocrat of vegetables’

May marks National Asparagus Month. Here are some ideas to help you enjoy the “aristocrat of vegetables.” Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, April 28, 2012 4:28 pm

Austin

Using your diet to help prevent cancer

Can you prevent cancer with your cart? Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, April 21, 2012 1:52 pm

Austin

Don’t stress; just eat well with superfoods

Being directed to eat when you are stressed sounds like a not-so-good idea. Read more

by Jen Haugen, Sunday, April 15, 2012 11:14 am

Austin

Celebrate health with the egg

Happy Easter to all of you. With Easter upon us, many enjoy eggs at this time of year. Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, April 7, 2012 4:28 pm

Columns

How dairy ‘fits’ into your fitness lifestyle

Priorities change as the weather and seasons change; right now, you may have a renewed interest in getting active. Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, March 31, 2012 1:15 pm

Austin

Breaking the codes: Knowing your food is safe

Now that spring is officially here, I have found myself wanting to do a little spring cleaning — in the kitchen, that is. Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, March 17, 2012 4:28 pm

Columns

The aisle is the best classroom

Where else can you interact with your food, be educated about it and decide to buy it all at the same time? As a supermarket ... Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, March 10, 2012 4:16 pm

Columns

What’s in the Dietitian’s freezer

March not only marks National Frozen Foods Month, but more important, National Nutrition Month. What better time than now to explore new ways to use ... Read more

by Jen Haugen, Saturday, March 3, 2012 5:00 pm

Austin

Getting to know your cooking oils

I often ask the question of “Do you need an oil change?” to those that are on my supermarket smart cart tours. Read more

by Jen Haugen, Sunday, February 26, 2012 10:14 am

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