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GMOs, or “genetically modified organisms,” are plants or animals created through the gene splicing techniques of biotechnology (also called genetic engineering, or GE). This experimental technology merges DNA from different species, creating unstable combinations of plant, animal, bacterial and viral genes that cannot occur in nature or in traditional crossbreeding. Virtually all commercial GMOs are [...]

Make these tasty nachos as a lunchbox treat or an after school snack! The healthy benefits of lentils will give your child the protein and fiber she needs to keep going strong all day long. Gather: • Several handfuls of your favorite chips • ½ C. Red Lentils • 1 Tbs. Taco seasoning • 2 [...]

This October, nearly 1,000 natural food stores across the U.S. and Canada are taking part in Non-GMO Month, celebrating the public’s right to choose food and products that do not contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Organized by the non-profit Non-GMO Project, Non-GMO Month provides a platform for citizens and organizations to stand up for the [...]

Cowboy Caviar is a juicy and flavorful dip made with the fresh flavors of beans, tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapenos. Tuck it into your child’s lunchbox with Sea Salt Baked Lentil Chips for some seriously delicious dipping! Gather these ingredients: • 1 (15.5 ounce) can Black Beans • 1 (15.5 ounce) can Black-eyed Pease • 1 [...]

Did you know that lentils are the perfect ingredient for crafting hearty, healthy cookies? Packed with protein and fiber, these chuncky treats will satisfy your child’s sweet tooth the nutritious way! This recipe comes to us from Cooking Channel star Bal Arneson. -1 C. cooked lentils -2 sticks butter -1 C. brown sugar -1 egg [...]

Tuck these tasty and simple quesadillas into your child’s lunchbox with a side of salsa or guacamole! -1 C. shredded cheddar cheese -2 large whole wheat tortillas -1 C. cooked black beans -1 C. cooked brown rice Spread one tortilla with cheese, beans, and rice. Fold over. Repeat with the second tortilla. Microwave the quesadillas [...]

Please welcome a special guest to our Bean Blog! Today’s post was written by Pediadtric Dieticion, Lara Field. Lara always has had a passion for kids’ nutrition. She has over nine years experience in clinical practice at two of the top ranked pediatric hospitals in the country, Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago and University of [...]

It’s that time of year again – Back to School. Shiny new lunchboxes line the counters, and parents across the nation wrestle with a perennial dilemma: how can I pack a healthy lunch that my kids will actually eat? Here are three reasons why legumes (such as lentils, beans, and chickpeas) are the perfect ingredients [...]

We recently discovered a great article from EmpowerHER entitled “5 Snacks for a Kick-butt Workout”. Here are the top picks for pre-workout snacking:

Watch Supermarket Guru Phil Lempert’s review of Lentil Crackers on New Product Hits and Misses for 8/17/2011