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Austin continues taking steps toward Smarter Lunchrooms
We loved it, can we have it again? Not the message you might expect to hear from a third-grader after trying the new Turkey and ...
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Mission is for students to eat healthy every day
What is the goal of Food and Nutrition Services in Austin Public Schools? Our mission is food and nutrition for every student, every day. I think most ...
by Jen Haugen, Tuesday, October 7, 2014 10:04 am
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Branching out and facing new challenges
Working as a dietitian for the past 13 years, I’ve discovered I have a hunger for learning new things. Daily, I take time to read ...
by Jen Haugen, Saturday, July 12, 2014 6:20 pm
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Haugen: Sweeten up summer with melons
Melons make for a refreshing and lower-calorie treat during the warmer months. Most melons weigh in at under 50 calories per one-cup serving and contain ...
by Jen Haugen, Saturday, July 5, 2014 8:00 am
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Haugen: It’s not always easy to grab a bite to eat during the workday.
Between meetings, conference calls and deadlines, the daily grind can make “desktop dining” a viable option. A Desktop Dining Survey in 2011 found that 83 ...
by Jen Haugen, Sunday, June 29, 2014 9:45 am
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Take kids into the kitchen with you
Editor’s note: This column is written by Sarah Studley, an Austin native, who is a dietetic intern from the University of Wisconsin – Stout. Sarah ...
by Jen Haugen, Saturday, June 21, 2014 5:52 pm
Father's Day
Treat dad to a prime meal for Father’s Day
Looking for that perfect gift for dad this Father’s Day? Make him a meal that is both delicious and nutritious. One way to do that ...
by Jen Haugen, Saturday, June 14, 2014 7:50 pm
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Haugen: Raise a glass with June Dairy Month
June is National Dairy Month, the perfect month to celebrate dairy’s goodness. This special month celebration started in 1937 and continues today. Not only do ...
by Jen Haugen, Sunday, June 8, 2014 12:32 pm
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Travel the world with burger toppings
Memorial Day weekend brings on burgers and grills. Burgers are one of the most versatile sandwiches out there. The patty itself can be transformed in ...
by Jen Haugen, Saturday, May 24, 2014 6:22 pm
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Teaching kids to eat more healthy
It’s the No. 1 question I get asked: “How do I get my kids to eat healthier?” Before Easter, I set up a sampling station ...
by Jen Haugen, Saturday, May 17, 2014 10:11 pm
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Fuel to push the pedal
Taking a bike ride may seem leisurely, but for many who bike long distances, it requires the right fuel for all that pedal power. Whether ...
by Jen Haugen, Saturday, May 10, 2014 5:20 pm
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Haugen: Celebrate mom with the berry best
Fresh berries are in season and strawberries are the crowd favorite. With a sweet scent and bright color, strawberries are appetizing and versatile in many ...
by Jen Haugen, Sunday, May 4, 2014 7:54 am
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Add a deep-sea feel to your grilling
I think we can actually declare spring has sprung. And with that, it is officially the beginning of grilling season. It might not be warm ...
by Jen Haugen, Saturday, April 26, 2014 7:53 pm
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Be sure to enjoy a ‘berry’ good life
Health starts with the grocery cart. Take your grocery cart to the produce aisle and pick up some berries. Last year, a study was released ...
by Jen Haugen, Saturday, April 19, 2014 6:00 pm
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Whole grains for a healthy life
If you watched Fresh & Simple on ABC 6 News on Wednesday, April 2, you would have learned about Whole Grain Sampling Day. That day is ...