Top Nutrition Tips: Plant-Based Convenience Foods

Jim Kelly
Top Nutrition Tips: Plant-Based Convenience Foods
In April, I wrote about dietitian-approved processed foods and many parents of swimmers have asked for more ideas for plant-based foods that offer flavor, good nutrition, and convenience. So, I reached out to registered dietitian Marlene Schmidt, Manager for Nutrition, Health and Wellness for Nestle USA, the world’s largest food and beverage company.
 
“New consumer survey data show that about 35% of meat eaters are trying to include more plant-based foods in their diets,” says Schmidt. For example, Meatless Monday has caught on with everyone from athletes to school lunch