Articles written by Sara Berndt


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  • Grilling Sides

    Sara Berndt|Jul 6, 2022

    We've entered peak grilling season. After our typically brutal Montana winters, most of us long for these warmer and longer days. One of the best aspects is experiencing cooking outside on a grill. Unfortunately, grilled food doesn't have the best reputation of being a healthy way to cook. Some grilled foods, especially proteins, can add significant amounts of salt and fat to your meal. Over time, this can lead to high blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Don't be discouraged; there are...

  • Happy Pumpkin Season

    Sara Berndt|Oct 6, 2021

    When asked what one food item reminds you of fall, what would you say? It's easy to imagine the vast majority of folks would say pumpkin, pumpkin spice, or some other variation of this fall favorite. Besides being just a symbol of the season, pumpkins also are a nutrient-dense, low-calorie food. Pumpkin has about 50 calories, 1.8 grams of protein, 12 grams of carbohydrates, and 2.7 grams of dietary fiber according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Pumpkins are also full of vitamins and...