Every time I step into the grocery store and see those small plastic containers filled with fresh red raspberries, I’m instantly transported back to the memory of picking berries with my grandparents. It’s July, the sun is warm on my skin, and I’m standing in a thicket of berry bushes along the path at their mountain house in Pennsylvania. At eight years old, I can vividly remember the little cuts that were all over my hands and arms from reaching for the big juicy ones buried beneath the thorns. I was terrified of the possibility of spiders and bears around READ MORE
Podcast/Blog
A is for Avocado
Avocado is a great addition to any meal or snack. Haas avocados are a good source of Folate (vitamin B9) which has been found to support brain function. They also assist the body in the transport of vitamins A, D, E and K. This fruit (yes, it is a fruit) can be enjoyed all by itself, in a soup, on a salad, or as a spread. Simply spread one-third to one-half of an avocado on your favorite toast for a quick and easy breakfast. Tip: Check out this video on how to easily cut an avocado. What is the first READ MORE
Series : Food Fun from A to Z
Introducing a new series here on the Nutrition Anthropology blog – Food Fun from A to Z! After all, food is meant to be enjoyed and we want to show you fun ways to enjoy foods throughout the alphabet (Spoiler Alert: the letter X is going to be eXtra fun). We are sure you remember your preschool alphabet lesson – A is for apple and B is for Banana. Well, we won’t be that predictable because Nutrition Anthropology is all about experimenting and approaching life with curiosity. With the help of awesome dietetic students from The University of Alabama, each READ MORE
What is Nutrition Anthropology?
Before we jump into Nutrition Anthropology specifically, I think it would be a good idea to define anthropology itself. According to Merriam-Webster, anthropology is “the science of human beings; especially: the study of human beings and their ancestors through time and space and in relation to physical character, environmental and social relations, and culture”. Nutritional anthropology narrows that focus to food and food systems. With that in mind, let’s talk about what I mean by Nutrition Anthropology and why it is the title of this blog and the future podcast. Registered dietitians are often touted as the food experts. I READ MORE