Rotisserie Chicken: Meals Made Simple
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian Updated April 15, 2024 It is estimated that 625 million rotisserie chickens were sold in 2020.(1) A consumer analysis on rotisserie chicken published in 2020 by Brisan Group reports -(2) Main purchasing factor is convenience Consumers view rotisserie chicken as a healthy, high-protein option […]
Yogurt: Not Just for Breakfast or Snacking
Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian Updated April 11, 2024 According to a consumer analysis on yogurt consumption in 2023 published by TasteWise -(1) 14,61% increase in restaurants serving yogurt Most important trait for yogurt purchasing is protein content An additional survey by Food Dive in 2021 reported -(2) 48% of consumers buy […]
Pork Up Your Nutrition
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian Updated April 9, 2024 Heart-Healthy Choice Pork is certified heart healthy by the American Heart Association. For a food item to earn the certification by the American Heart Association, at least 5 nutrient criteria must be met -(1) Total Fat: less than 6.5 grams […]
Dietitian Feature: MinnTofu
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian […]
RD Choice – Gerber’s Amish Farms® Whole Chicken
You are tired of the long sunny days and the hot smoke from the grill bathing your face, but you still long for that delicious succulent meal that grills deliver. It is okay to ditch it for the simplicity of the oven. Your Dietitian’s Choice is Gerber’s Amish Farm® Whole Chicken for $1.99 per pound. The […]
RD Choice – Cucumbers
If you feel like you are in a pickle, do not fret. The Dietitian’s Choice this week are cucumbers for are 4 for $3.00. What are Cucumbers? Cucumbers are a member of the gourd family of plants. Contrary to popular belief, it is thought that cucumbers are members of the nightshade family (peppers, tomatoes, eggplant), but […]
RD Choice – Peaches & Nectarines
Are you moving to the country? We got a lot of peaches…and nectarines! Your Dietitian’s Choice this week are peaches and nectarines for $3.29 per pound. Peaches versus Nectarines Peaches are related to the rose family and are grown in warm climates of the northern and southern hemispheres of the world. Peaches often have one side of the […]
RD Choice – Barilla® Pasta
Guest Writer – Garrett Peacy, Dietetic Intern, University of Minnesota School of Public Health Nothing is “impastable”. Take advantage of this great deal on Barilla®, your Dietitian’s Choice this week June 2nd thru June 8th on 2 for $3.00 on select varieties. Overview of Pasta Pasta comes in many different forms and there is a type for […]
RD Choice – Verlasso Salmon
Take a splash in some great savings today and visit your Mackenthun’s Seafood and Meat department. Verlasso Salmon is your Dietitian’s Choice this week for $9.99 per pound from May 5th to May 11th. Exploring the Salmon Industry Verlasso Salmon is a farmed salmon from Chile. Their fish is a type of Atlantic salmon. When Atlantic salmon […]
RD Choice – Limes
Everyone deserves a trip to the tropics; sometimes the solution is to immerse yourself in a mental experience of self-reflection and imagination. The Dietitian’s Choice this week are limes for $0.79 each. Grab a dozen and get ready for an experience! Examining Limes There are a variety of different lime species. The ones you most […]
