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.

Types of Brown Rice

Brown rice gets its color, flavor and texture from the bran layers that remain on the rice when it goes through the hulling process. It's milled for less time than white rice, which is why it retains the bran layers and is known for being a healthy source of fiber and for its chewy texture and nut-like flavor.

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Blueberry Yoghurt Parfait with granola

What Can You Put in Yogurt?

Yogurt is a tasty, healthy snack or breakfast food, but it can be rather boring and bland, especially if it's plain or vanilla. The trick to making yogurt tastier and more substantial without losing the health benefits is to mix in foods that add flavor and texture.

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Roasted deer with smashed sweet potatoes and chips

The Best Ways to Cook Deer Back Straps

The backstrap off a deer is similar to filet mignon, according to Harry E. Moran II of the West Virginia Trophy Hunters Association, because it is tender, healthy and delicious. If you enjoy the taste of venison, you will probably devour backstrap.

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