Author Archives: April Graff

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About April Graff

A mix of realism, humor, tips and delicious recipes. I am a mother, wife, passionate sewer and registered dietitian. I want to show people that food is medicine and getting back in the kitchen is the key to health. I love everything about food: gardening, shopping, cooking and most of all, EATING! Notice that "dishes" isn't on that list.... Food isn't perfect. It nourishes our minds, bodies and souls! As a blogger, journalist, speaker and broadcast professional, I enjoy talking about food and nutrition for websites, television, radio, magazines, and newspapers. I also work with companies to provide customized nutrition education and recipe development.

Top 9 Ways to add Beans to your Diet

Posted on July 30, 2015 by April Graff

When it comes to health and affordable super foods — beans top the list. Beans are high in antioxidants, fiber (about 8 grams per half cup), protein, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, potassium, copper and zinc. Eating beans regularly may decrease … Continue reading →

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Full-Fat Yogurt: Have you tried it?

Posted on July 22, 2015 by April Graff

Move over fat-free, high-sugar yogurt. There’s a new kid in town! I was pumped to see these new Siggi’s full-fat yogurts hit our shelves recently, and was intrigued by the Strawberry & Rhubarb flavor. Siggi’s is one of my favorite … Continue reading →

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Simple Summer Salad with Saladena

Posted on July 14, 2015 by April Graff

I’m always looking for new, delicious and SIMPLE salads. So when I came across these adorably packages Saladena cheese toppers, I got excited. There’s a blue cheese (with cranberries, orange peels and pumpkin seeds) and a feta (with candied lemon … Continue reading →

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Cocoa vs Cacao. What’s the difference?

Posted on July 8, 2015 by April Graff

Besides a couple vowels, there are a few differences between cacao and cocoa. Cacao and cocoa are from the same plant, but processed differently. Cacao – Cacao is the purest form of chocolate you can consume. Raw cacao is made … Continue reading →

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Papples: You won’t be disappointed!

Posted on June 25, 2015 by April Graff

Walking through the produce section the other day, one of my favorite produce guys, Karl, came running up to me enthusiastically describing this new fruit. For those of you who don’t know Karl, he and I share a passion for great produce, … Continue reading →

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10 Reasons to LOVE Dairy

Posted on June 22, 2015 by April Graff

10 reasons to LOVE dairy. 1. Calcium – Dairy is probably best known for its calcium, which helps to build and maintain healthy bones and teeth. 2. Vitamin D – Also known as the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D is one … Continue reading →

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Holland Peppers

Posted on June 18, 2015 by April Graff

There’s a “new” guy in town. Okay, so Holland peppers aren’t new, but they are new to me. I’ve been working in a grocery store for over 7 years and this is the first year that I have seen (or … Continue reading →

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5 reasons to love milk

Posted on June 11, 2015 by April Graff

In honor of National Dairy Month, here are five more reasons to love milk: 1. It’s a Nutrient Powerhouse. Milk is the top food source for three out of the four nutrients Americans are most lacking – including calcium, vitamin … Continue reading →

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Lemondrop Melon. A family favorite.

Posted on June 9, 2015 by April Graff

Ask my 4-year old what her favorite fruit is, and you will get a resounding “Lemondrop Melon!”. Melon season is always a favorite at our home and lemondrop is a frequent flyer. The taste is a super-sweet honeydew melon with … Continue reading →

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Know What You Grow: Garden Signs

Posted on June 4, 2015 by April Graff

I have had several people asking where I bought the garden signs that I use for my square foot garden. I purchased these from Amazon – and they even come with a special paint pen. The signs are so useful when … Continue reading →

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