WebVA facilities across the country offer Healthy Teaching Kitchen (HTK) programs which teach Veterans and their support persons about food, nutrition and how to prepare and store balanced, healthy dishes. Classes are open to VA-enrolled Veterans and a “plus one” if desired– this can be a partner, family member, caretaker or anyone involved
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Webwww.nutrition.va.gov 05/2018 . Healthy Teaching Kitchen Tools and • Low Sodium Cookbook • Cooking with Ease • Healthy Teaching Kitchen Recipe Videos: o YouTube: www.youtube.com, search VHA Healthy Teaching Kitchen . o. Chicago VA Facebook Live Healthy Teaching Kitchen:
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WebSprinkle herbs on meat, chicken, and fish, and in soups. Cook in broth instead of fat. Use nonstick cooking sprays or nonstick pans. Steam or microwave vegetables without adding fat. Serve with herbs, lemon juice, vinegar, or fat-free butter-flavored powder. To flavor beans and rice, add chopped onions, garlic, and peppers. Chill soups and stews.
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WebWelcome to this edition of the Healthy Teaching Kitchen, brought to you by the Miami VA Healthcare System’s Nutrition and Food Services. My name is Reut Cohen, and I’m a registered dietitian at the Miami VA Healthcare System. Finding recipes that are both healthy and delicious can be a challenge. When working with our Veterans, I always …
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WebHeat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and stir often for 4 minutes. Increase the heat to medium high. Add the rest of the vegetables. Cook for 8 minutes, stirring often. Remove from heat. Stir in fresh basil and sprinkle lemon juice on top. Nutrition and Food Services (04/2019) www.nutrition.va.gov.
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WebTake a look at today's recipe and stay tuned as we continue our #VA Healthy Teaching Kitchen series. Mediterranean Salmon Salad. Prep: 5 minutes Cook: 0 minutes Total: 5 minutes Total Fat: 10 g Saturated Fat: 1.5 g . Sodium: 285 mg Total Carbohydrate: 25 g Dietary Fiber: 7 g Protein: 11 g. For more recipes, please visit www
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WebCamille Irvine, registered dietician at Alaska VA Healthcare, heads these virtual cooking sessions in what she says is one of the largest teaching kitchen programs in the United States. The classes are usually either a recipe demonstration or a cook-along class, with the curriculum tailored to the needs of the Veterans attending.
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Web2019 Ninth Annual VA2K. Helping homeless Veterans while also promoting a healthy, active lifestyle to VA employees is what VA2K is all about. This year, the event will be on May 15, 2019. The annual event gives VA employees the chance to get out and enjoy a short two-kilometer walk while helping homeless Veterans.
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WebDiabetes Self-Management Education programs. Pre-diabetes education programs. MOVE!® and other weight management programs. Preventative nutrition. NFS signature Healthy Teaching Kitchen (HTK) program. VA dietitians are available to meet either one-on-one (virtually or in person) or in a group class.
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WebPlace salmon, green beans and carrots in a single layer on to the prepared baking sheet. Spoon teriyaki sauce over the salmon. Drizzle green beans and carrots with olive oil. Place into oven and cook until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 16-18 minutes.
WebAt Healthy Teaching Kitchen, nutrient-dense salads, soups and pastas are among the most common culinary creations. The class has prepared chopped salad with garbanzo beans, black bean soup, loaded nachos and an array of other recipes over the years. Veteran participants prepare the fresh ingredients outside on metal tables.
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