Nutrition & Recipes
Second Harvest is one of just a handful of food banks nationwide that has a Registered Dietitian on staff. Our dietition works to ensure that our partners and the children, seniors, and families we serve are informed about the importance of eating healthy, balanced diets.
How to Prepare Sweet Potato
Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of beta carotene, vitamin C, and potassium. Just one sweet potato gives you 400% of the vitamin A you need each day.
How to Prepare Summer Squash
Zucchini and yellow squash are packed with many important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They also have high fiber content and a low calorie count.
How to Prepare Cabbage
The humble cabbage may not seem like a superfood in the classic sense. But this everyday vegetable is packed with vitamins C and K and folate, and boasts immunity and digestion.
How to Prepare Eggplant
Eggplant are heart-friendly and help to bring down bad cholesterol levels. Rich in fiber, eggplants can also improve the functions of the digestive system.
How to Prepare Onions
Onions are sweet, savory, and pungent all at once, adding extra depth to any dish.
Healthy Eating for Kids
Coming soon
Food Insecurity and Health
Coming soon
Healthy Pantry
How to nudge your clients to pick healthier foods, snacking smart, and building better food boxes.
Resources and Links
Activities, handouts, nutrition information, and links to helpful websites.
Registered Dietician Caroline Pullen provides nutrition education at our Partner Agencies. This includes teaching afterschool nutrition and cooking classes for kids, and leading senior nutrition lessons at community centers and senior towers. To discuss options for your agency, click below.
