Our work is not done: Using George Floyd’s memory to fight for social justice
Like many people across our country, we were relieved to see the guilty verdicts in the trial of Derek Chauvin earlier this week. This was an important step in calling for accountability from members of the law enforcement community and seeking justice for George Floyd and the many other Black men, women and children who have been murdered or harmed in incidents motivated by race …
The Benefits of Growing an Urban Garden with Herbs, Vegetables and Fruit!
Gardens come in all shapes and sizes and all you need is a warm and sunny spot, water, and a little love! This month we are going to explore the many different and approachable ways you start growing produce plants at home!
Explore the Benefits of Plant-based Cooking with Some of our Favorite Recipes
Plant-based or plant-forward meals focus on using ingredients that come from plants and limiting or excluding animal products. Plant-based foods include not only fruits and vegetables, but beans, lentils, whole grains, nuts, and seeds. There are many reasons why people choose plant-based meals: health benefits, sustainability, animal welfare, cost, and of course, taste.
Celebrating National SEL Day: Social Emotional Learning with Common Threads
What kind of humans do we want our youngsters to be upon graduation? If you can think about social-emotional learning (SEL) from this perspective, it’s easier to imagine integrating it into our teaching practices and personal lives.
Common Threads stands up against violence and discrimination against the Asian American & Pacific Islander community
Common Threads will continue to raise awareness for social justice, work toward solutions to inspire change, and create safe spaces for children and families in our community.
Personalize Your Plate with Fruits & Vegetables for National Nutrition Month!
This week we will explore sources of fruits and vegetables, nutrition and health benefits, fun ways to incorporate and personalize your plate with fruits and veggies. It’s something we hear all the time, eat your fruits and vegetables! But do you know why they are so important?
Personalize Your Plate with Whole Grains for National Nutrition Month
Let’s explore sources of whole grains, nutrition and health considerations, and ways to personalize your plate with whole grains. What makes a grain a “whole grain”? All grains are considered whole until they are processed in some way.
Common Threads adds Dr. Edwin McDonald to national board
Common Threads, a national nonprofit organization that provides cooking and nutrition education to children in under-resourced communities, today announced the appointment of Edwin McDonald IV M.D., assistant professor of medicine and associate clinical director of Adult Clinical Nutrition for University of Chicago Medicine, to its national board of directors.
Make Healthier Choices During National Nutrition Month® with the Updated Nutrition Facts Label
Making healthy dietary choices can help you feel your best and stay active. It can also help you lower your risk of developing some health conditions. But—even though there seems to be an endless supply of information out there about nutrition—it’s not always easy to know what foods are best for you.
Proteins: Personalize Your Plate for National Nutrition Month
This week we will explore sources of protein, including nutrition and health considerations, cooking methods, and ways to personalize your plate with proteins.
