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Reduce waste with fermented vegetables

 Sep. 15, 2015

The University of Montana started playing with fermenting things that people used to throw out—the stems of mushrooms, the gills of portabella mushrooms.

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How to deal with dairy allergies

 By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 15, 2015

Cow’s milk is the most common food allergy among babies and young children—2.5 percent of the population experience an adverse reaction, says the CDC.

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Marketing strategies for sustainable takeout containers

By Katie Fanuko on Sep. 15, 2015

While some New York City restaurants railed against a ban on polystyrene packaging, which was recently overturned, Columbia University was years ahead of the game.

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How foodservice directors are changing lives and communities

By Dana Moran on Sep. 15, 2015

With an integral role in the nutritional lives of students, employees, patients and seniors, FSDs are called upon to support, nurture and shape communities.

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3 emerging trends for FSDs to watch

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 08, 2015

What’s bubbling up in the restaurant world that may be adaptable to noncommercial foodservice? Here’s a look at a cuisine that’s poised to take off.

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Hospital chef changing views on healthy living

Aug. 26, 2015

Since taking the reins as chef at Major Hospital in Shelbyville, Ind., Mark Weil has been committed to providing and guiding residents toward healthy options.

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Hospital's cafeteria becomes a health haven

By Bianca N. Herron and Katie Fanuko on Aug. 21, 2015

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center’s cafeteria reopened Thursday as Fresh Inspiration Cafe, sporting a new look and a menu showcasing “mindful” options to help patrons make healthier choices.

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Cleveland Clinic closes McDonald’s in food court

Aug. 19, 2015

“Hospitals should be a role model,” says the clinic’s spokeswoman, Eileen Sheil, explaining the move to rid the premises of the fast-food chain after 20 years.

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Lessons learned from going organic

By Katie Fanuko on Aug. 18, 2015

When it comes to organic farming, St. Luke’s Hospital foodservice staff have found ways to streamline production and maximize utilization.

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How new overtime regulations will impact hospital foodservice workers

Aug. 18, 2015

Hospital cafeteria managers may currently be considered exempt executives, but if they earn less than $50,000, they will now be eligible for overtime pay.

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