Food & Nutrition: Culinary Techniques, Diets & Metabolic Health Written by Alison Datko

Food & Nutrition: Culinary Techniques, Diets & Metabolic Health

Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.

Healthy Snacks to Eat With Guacamole

Published Apr,10 2018 | By Alison Datko

Enjoy a moderate-sized portion of guacamole with nutritious, low-fat dipping snacks like the ones featured here.

How to Cook Skinless Salmon

Published Sep,13 2011 | By Alison Datko

Salmon is not only easy to prepare but also packed full of important nutrients. Large quantities of omega-3 fatty acids are perhaps is most beneficial quality. These healthy fats reduce inflammation, improve cholesterol and reduce blood clotting.

How to Cook Frozen Salmon on the Stove

Published Sep,09 2011 | By Alison Datko

Keeping a package of individually-wrapped frozen salmon fillets in your freezer is a handy trick that can redefine the concept of a last-minute dinner.

How to Cook Hamburgers in a Convection Oven

Published Sep,08 2011 | By Alison Datko

For most Americans, hamburgers are both dietary staples and guilty pleasures. Luckily, you can enjoy a guilt-free patty when you cook at home using your own oven and ignore the 99-cent, heart-attack-in-a-sack varieties.

A List of Fruits With Low Citrus Levels

Published Aug,28 2011 | By Alison Datko

Foods that are considered low in citrus are actually low in citric acid. Citrus refers to a type of fruit in the Rutaceae family, while citric acid is an organic compound found within the fruit.