July marks the beginning of the 2024 Summer Olympics. Not only are the Olympics fun to watch, but they can inspire some great physical activity. However, you don’t have to be an athlete or join a gym to participate in them. Have fun and do what moves you!

Food safety is an important part of the cooking process, and safe cleaning practices can help prevent foodborne illness. Cleaning up as you prepare and cook food not only reduces the chance of bacteria spreading from one food to another (known as cross-contamination), but also means you will have less to clean up when you are done cooking!

During this episode, we break down the Core Four Practices to learn more check out these great resources:

https://www.fightbac.org/food-safety-basics/the-core-four-practices/

https://www.foodsafety.gov/food-safety-charts

https://www.foodsafety.gov/keep-food-safe/4-steps-to-food-safety

Join us as we discuss some helpful “secrets” for creating tasty, flavorful dishes using herbs, spices, fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients. Salt is commonly used to enhance the flavor in foods; however, reducing sodium intake can decrease the risk of chronic disease.

Check out the recipe of the month for Elote (Mexican Seasoned Corn).