WELCOME TO
THE WRDA WEBSITE
Resource for Dietitians
WRDA is a professional organization of nutrition experts serving Westchester, Rockland and their neighboring counties.
Please explore our website for information about the dietetic profession, opportunities, and events for dietitians in our district as well as the latest news and information on nutrition and health.
Award Recipients
Honored at WRDA Tea
Liz Barry and Rosemarie Dias are the proud recipients of two WRDA awards.
The WRDA Honorarium recipient is Liz Barry, a Dietetics student at Lehman College scheduled to graduate in 2010. Her goal is to continue her education and pursue her masters degree. She hopes to enter the field of pediatric nutrition.
Rosemarie Dias was awarded the WRDA scholarship. She will graduate in August from Westchester Community College with an Associate in Applied Science degree from the Dietetic Technician Program. She plans to continue her education at Lehman College and go on to work in clinical nutrition.
Gardening Tips from the Hilltop Hanover Farm Blog
Newly launched Hilltop Hanover Farm BLOG written by seasoned farmer Mary Ellen and newbie farmer Jenny is aimed at providing agricultural and environ-mental sustainability information, as well as letting you know about events, work-shops, projects and an insight into the daily life here on the farm. You can "ask the farmer" by sending your questions their way to help develop the blog into a real resource for all home gardeners and area farmers alike.
Some of the upcoming events:
Thursday, June 4
Farm Stand Opens,
2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
The farm stand will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All produce is grown on the farm without the use of pesticides, synthesized fertilizers or herbicides. Vegetable and flower starts will also be available at the farm stand. You can check the website weekly for available produce.
Saturday, June 6
Rhubarb Pie and Jam Making Class
Barn F,
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Meet new people, share stories and learn how to make delicious rhubarb pie and jam.
Controlling Weeds in your Garden
Barn F,
11 p.m. – 1p.m.
Join our farmer, Mary Ellen Sheehan, for a workshop to help you keep weeds under control in your garden and keep all your plants happy and healthy all season long.
Starting Sunday, June 28
Monthly “Farm to Table”Cooking Series
Barn F,
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
These cooking classes are sponsored by Something Good in the World (SGITW) as part of the Backyard Farmer Series. The series is designed to show participants how to use the freshest, local-farm grown, sustainable foods available to prepare delicious dishes.
Many Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center programs are part of Be Fit Westchester, a county-wide effort to get people to eat smarter and play harder every day.
For more information or to register for a program, call Hilltop Hanover Farm at (914) 962-2368.
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June is
Men's Health Month
Raise awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men by celebrating Men’s Health Month.
Guys, your eating plan is a logical place to start when evaluating your health. One diet does not fit all. Men and women have different nutritional needs and body types. Up to about age 10, caloric needs for boys and girls are about the same, but then puberty triggers change. By following these five steps (and by consulting with a registered dietitian), you'll be on your way to a healthier and possibly longer life.
- Eat moderate amounts of a variety of foods.
- Choose a diet low in fat, saturated fat and cholesterol.
- Eat plenty of whole grains, vegetables and fruits.
- Shake the sodium and salt habit.
- If you drink alcohol, moderation is the key.
For more information visit the American Dietitic Association website.
COOKING WITH HERBS
Cooking demonstration and lecture on cooking with herbs
June Member Meeting
The WRDA was very pleased to have Executive chef John Krall from the Club Chefs of Westchester Association present a cooking demonstration and lecture on cooking with herbs at our June member meeting. We were fortunate to be able to have the meeting in the instructional kitchen at the Cornell Cooperative Extension in Valhalla.
Chef Krall began the afternoon explaining the two basic types of herbs – fine and resinous. Fine herbs, such as parsley, basil, tarragon and mint to name a few, have soft delicate leaves, and flavor that dissipates quickly when cooked. Resinous herbs such as rosemary, thyme and sage have sturdy leaves and stems and their flavor lasts longer when cooked. Further discussion included the use of herbs in classic marinades and choosing and handling herbs.
From there, John went into the fun part of the afternoon – the cooking demonstrations and taste testing. John prepared guacamole, pesto, mint mango chutney, tomato basil vinaigrette and couscous for us using a variety of fresh herbs. Needless to say – everything was delicious. John shared those recipes with us, as well as recipes for different meat dishes that he wasn’t able to prepare in such a limited time frame.
Be sure to check our 2009/2010 calendar of events for additional meetings with Westchester’s Club Chefs, so you don’t miss out!
Summer outings or weekends at the beach are great opportunities for a picnic, but before you pack up, make sure you know the basics of food safety.
Food safety starts with proper food handling. That begins at the time of purchase and continues all the way to storing leftovers. When you get ready for outdoor events, remember the following:
- Wash hands before, during and after handling food. Bring sanitizing gel or towelettes.
- Keep cold foods below 40 degrees Fahrenheit and hot foods above 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Store cooked foods separate from raw foods.
- Don't let perishables such as meat, fish, poultry and dairy foods sit out for more than one hour.
- Transport foods to the grill on one plate and off the grill on another plate.
- Store leftovers in tightly sealed containers
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Are You an Emotional Eater?
Do you eat whenever you’re anxious? Is food one of the few things that make you feel better? If so, you may have been conditioned to turn to food for comfort.
For many people, food is more than just nutrition. Eating is something to do when you’re bored, tired, anxious or when dealing with emotions. Often these behaviors can lead to overeating.
If you eat because of emotions, you may want to start keeping a food record of what you eat, when you eat and why you eat. Recognizing what triggers your eating can often make it easier to make changes.
To help break the habit of turning to food when emotions begin to take over, find other things to do, such as walking around the block, taking a bike ride or playing with the dog.
Find a balance between eating and your emotions and still enjoy your comfort foods.
American Dietitic Association's
HOME FOOD SAFETY...
IT'S IN YOUR HANDS
The American Dietetic Association's consumer education program, Home Food Safety...It's in Your Hands®, communicates the important role consumers play in preparing foods safely in their own homes.
Home Food Safety...It's in Your Hands ® is dedicated to providing home food safety statistics, information about foodborne illness (also known as food poisoning), and safe food handling information and tips.
ADVISORY
The US declared a public health emergency over the swine flu, however, there is no need to panic. There are simple, everday good health habits which can help stop the spread of germs:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you sneeze or cough.
- Wash your hands with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze.
- Avoid touching your eyes or mouth.
For more information on the swine flu, please visit the CDC website.
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