Dear Timaree: I am super busy, but don’t get time to “exercise” very often. Any words of advice? Neglecting your body's need to get physical activity everyday is like ignoring your vehicle's maintenance schedule. You would never expect any car to run well long term...
Lodi News Sentinel Articles
Kale- All Hype or Nutritional Superhero?
Dear Timaree: It seems like everyone is talking about kale. Is this all hype or is it something that I should start buying? Timaree: Kale will not disappoint, as it is one of the most nutritious foods on the planet! Although many people were only acquainted with kale...
Walnuts For a Healthy Holiday Season
We need to be thinking about holiday gifts already, so why not pour some local, super nutritious walnuts into mason jars with a list of some of your favorite ways to enjoy them? This easy gift idea is one that you can feel good about giving, as great health is truly...
Water- What will make the difference for you?
One minute you are flying out the door in the morning and the next, it is already 3:30pm and you realize that you haven't had anything to drink since your morning coffee/tea? Our lives get so busy that unless you deliberately plan to stay hydrated, this healthy habit...
Beans are a good nutrition bet – Legumes offer more fiber and protein than any other veggie
Dear Timaree: Which vegetable offers the most protein? What about fiber? Timaree: Easy answer - LEGUMES! These "fruits grown in a pod", a.k.a. beans, split peas and lentils, offer more fiber and protein than any other vegetable and are the only foods which fit into...
One change that can impact your whole day?
Dear Timaree: I can't believe that school has started already! Do you have any tips to share to help our family enjoy better health as life seems to be busier than ever? If your family is anything like ours, life has been crazy and the start of the school year has...
A Gluten-Free Life – Hagenburger quoted
Timaree Hagenburger, a registered dietitian, certified exercise physiologist with a master’s degree in public health, is a nutrition professor at Cosumnes River College and sought after speaker. She is so excited about the Plant-Based Nutrition and Sustainable...
How healthy is zucchini and what can be done with it?
Dear Timaree: “I have zucchini growing like crazy in my backyard, how good it is for me and what can I do beyond zucchini bread? (It is too hot to turn the oven!)” Although they can be interchangeable in recipes, the three main types of summer squash include zucchini...
White rice vs brown rice… real difference?
Dear Timaree: "I grew up eating 'sticky' white rice and haven't really eaten much brown rice because it seems so 'dry'. I am cooking it wrong? What are the real differences between brown rice and white rice?" Although many of my college students grew up eating white...
How can you lower triglycerides with diet?
Dear Timaree: "My husband has high triglycerides and we are trying to find ways to change his diet to lower them. We eat a lot of pasta and think that may have something to do with it. We are looking for foods that he can eat, that will fill him up and also help lower...
Career Insight – Timaree Hagenburger, Nutrition Professor and Registered Dietitian
Timaree Hagenburger, a registered dietitian, certified exercise physiologist with a master’s degree in public health, is a nutrition professor at Cosumnes River College and sought after speaker. She is so excited about the Plant-Based Nutrition and Sustainable...
Which foods are rich in Calcium?
When most people think of calcium-containing foods, their minds go immediately to dairy products. While lean dairy products do provide calcium, because they also contain animal protein and sodium, our bodies may only absorb as little as one third of that calcium and...
Re-inventing snacks
Dear Timaree: What happens when a quesadilla crashes into a pizza? According to Mrs. Bradley's second grade class at Reese Elementary School, "You get a pizza-dilla!" In honor of National Heart Disease Awareness Month in February, and in anticipation of National...
Potatoes – Which are best?
Dear Timaree: "Aren't all potatoes basically this same when it comes to nutrition?" The short answer, "no"...! Since February is National Sweet Potato Month and National Heart Disease Awareness Month, I wanted to sing the praises of sweet potatoes, along with some...
Happy New Year! – Food For Good Luck!
Dear Timaree: My neighbor has a winter garden and has gifted me with chard, do you have a favorite recipe? While we enjoy it sauteed with some red onion and a splash of balsamic vinegar, our favorite way to eat chard is in a recipe we “invented” and named after my...
Enjoy pomegranates without a mess?!
Dear Timaree: “I’ve tried to eat a pomegranate before, but it has ended up making a mess and staining my clothes! How do you deal with the fruit and are they good for you?” About a month ago, I got “the call”… a close friend of mine informed me that the “Pomegranate...
Avocados – A true super food!
This month’s question comes from several guests who attended the Lodi Art and Culture’s Annual Open House a few weeks ago. I did a cooking demonstration and tasting to promote my hands-on nutrition classes offered in the summer and chose a recipe that showcased, among...
What can you do with a can of beans?
Dear Timaree: “I have heard that beans are good for me, but I don’t know why… and what can I do with a can of them?” Here is a question for a question… What food is so versatile that it can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner, is a great source of vitamins...
Cooling food on the counter can be dangerous!
Timaree: My mother and grandmother always told me to let food cool on the counter before putting it into the refrigerator. Should I be doing this? Great question and timing, as September is actually National Food Safety Education Month! This question seems to come up...
The sweetness of figs bring additional flavor to every meal – Hagenburger quoted
Timaree Hagenburger, a registered dietitian, certified exercise physiologist with a master’s degree in public health, is a nutrition professor at Cosumnes River College and sought after speaker. She is so excited about the Plant-Based Nutrition and Sustainable...
Fitness Specialist (Timaree Hagenburger) Takes Issue with Times Article
Timaree Hagenburger, a registered dietitian, certified exercise physiologist with a master’s degree in public health, is a nutrition professor at Cosumnes River College and sought after speaker. She is so excited about the Plant-Based Nutrition and Sustainable...