Balanced sits down with Anisha, a Queens College Environmental Science grad interning via the Reducetarian Fellowship, to explore how reforming institutional menus advances climate, health, equity, and animal welfare. She recounts designing kid-friendly sustainability lessons, diving into real-world research, and growing in a mission-driven culture—plus fun tidbits about rescuing her tuxedo cat, anime binges, matcha love, and hard-won advice for future fellows chasing impact.

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TL;DR:  Stock up on avocado, raspberries, and other August gems to close the fiber gap, keep your gut smiling, and power through the last...

Most Americans get ~16 g fiber a day—far below the goal of 14 g per 1,000 calories (≈25 g for women, 38 g for men). This guide lists the top 10 high-fiber foods with grams per serving and easy ways to use them. Standouts: split peas (16 g/cup), lentils (15.6 g), chickpeas (12.5 g), raspberries (8 g), artichoke (~7 g), chia (~4.1 g/Tbsp). Plus tips to boost fiber comfortably to support gut, heart, and blood sugar.

By Michelle Saletan , Institutional Support Manager, Balanced School nutrition’s biggest stage—the School Nutrition Association Annual...

Full Interview about Dietary Guidelines Reform Fast Facts at a Glance Why the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) matter What the 2025...

Fiber is one of the most overlooked nutrients in the American diet. Over 90% of Americans consume only 10-15 grams per day, far below the...

Discover why fiber-rich foods are the new protein. Learn 5 compelling reasons to embrace a fiber-rich diet for better health and longevity.

TL;DR:  Stock up on peas, figs, and other July gems to close the fiber gap, keep your gut smiling, and power through summer with steady,...

Fiber is the real nutrition emergency no one’s talking about. While protein hogs the spotlight, most kids aren’t getting nearly enough fiber. Our campaign is here to change that and make fiber a priority in schools, on plates, and in policy.

As a former New York City (NYC) public school student of 14 years and avid foodie since childhood, I have become all too familiar with...

Every morning, millions of students step into classrooms ready to learn, grow, and thrive. But for many, one key ingredient for success...