From Our Dietitians: Is Soy Safe?
Nutrition
As an increase in environmental, ethical, and health concerns has led to a boom in plant-based eating, soy has taken an increased role in the food industry and in North American diets. In fact, more than 25% of Americans eat soy foods or beverages once a week or more often. With greater prominence comes greater scrutiny. Although it’s FDA-approved, soy has been accused of jump-starting puberty and causing breast cancer. So what’s the deal—is soy safe? Where Is Soy? Edamame...
From Our Dietitians: SAGE’s Food-First Philosophy
Nutrition, Performance Spotlight
There’s a billion-dollar industry selling energy bars and drinks, protein powders, pills, and supplements. That’s why you’ll find hundreds of options and many opinions for or against them. Generally speaking, we’re against them. Although their use is widespread, supplements can be dangerous for both an athlete’s health and athletic career. Companies don’t have to prove that supplements are safe or effective before they’re made publicly available. Studies have shown that 15-25% of supplements contain an unlabeled substance banned by the...
Taste of South Korea: Bulgogi
From Our Kitchen
South Korea is a mountainous peninsula with cold, dry winters and hot, humid summers. Traditional South Korean cuisine is rich in grains, especially white rice, and produce, which is served both fresh and fermented (like kimchi, Korea’s national dish). Korean food is heavily spiced, often with a combination of ganjang (soy sauce), garlic, ginger, gochujang (red chili paste), scallions, rice wine vinegar, and toasted sesame oil and seeds—many of which feature in the popular dish we’re sharing with you! Bulgogi...
One-on-One with a SAGE Team Member: Wendy Lambert
SAGE Community, One-on-One, Featured Venue
Team Member Wendy Lambert has been with SAGE at St. Andrew’s School in Boca Raton for 21 years this November. His incredible work ethic, respect for those around him, and contagious sense of humor make a difference in his community every day. Student Geoffrey Atulo even wrote about Wendy in an essay on character: “Wendy was the jolliest and most positive being I had ever seen. I decided to be like [him]. Through [his] exuberant character, I was able to...
From Our Kitchen: Fig Bars
From Our Kitchen
These dairy- and egg-free homemade fig bars are a sweet treat — a perfect after-school snack. Serve with hot apple cider or cocoa to warm up on crisp fall days! Serves: 16 Ingredients: ¾ cup all-purpose flour ½ cup whole wheat flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon and pinch of salt, divided ½ cup unsweetened applesauce ¾ cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon ground flax seed mixed with 3 tablespoons warm water; let stand 1 minute before using 1 tablespoon...
Fueling for Performance: Nutrition for Athletes
Nutrition, Performance Spotlight
Think fast! You’ve been asked to bring a snack to the soccer tournament for your child’s team. What do you bring? What you choose could impact their performance. Athletes have different nutritional needs than their less active peers. Experts agree that adequate, well-timed nutrition enables and enhances intensive athletic performance. It maximizes gains in speed, strength, and agility; shortens the recovery period; provides nutrients that increase health; and reduces the risk of injury and illness. Pay attention to the info...
Performance Spotlight™ for Athletes
Nutrition, Performance Spotlight
SAGE has created Performance Spotlight™ to address athletic nutrition at school. Crafted by our Registered Dietitians, our program is based on recommendations by the United States Olympic Committee, NCAA, and other sports nutrition associations. There are three tenets of our program are education, meal guidance, and recipes. The education component centers on the what, when, and why so that the students can really understand what this nutrition will do for their bodies and performance. Meal guidance addresses the question “What...
From Our Kitchen: Fruit Kabobs
From Our Kitchen
Grilled fruit kabobs are a fantastic mix of smoky and sweet flavors—the simple addition of fresh vanilla bean makes this recipe stand out from the rest! Serves 5-6 Ingredients: 1 cup plum, cubed 2 cups fresh pineapple, cubed 2 cups pears, cubed ½ cup honey or agave nectar 1 vanilla bean Preparation: Step 1: Carefully slice the vanilla bean lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Pinch to open. With the back of a knife, lightly scrape...
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