What’s your favorite holiday dish? According to a 2020 Statista survey, the top five American dishes are turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing/dressing, bread and ham. Is your mouth watering yet because most of America is ready to pile it on? No doubt, the holidays are synonymous with delicious, wholesome and satisfying dishes. However, our favorite dishes […]
Author: Marissa Robinson, MS, RD, LDN
Nutrition for Every Woman at Every Life Stage
Women have unique nutritional needs compared to men — and these needs change throughout the various stages of life. Women, on average, are shorter and weigh less than men, so this accounts for some of the uniqueness. Yet, while women need fewer calories than men, they typically require more vitamins and minerals. Many factors, including […]
Food Safety: From Start to Finish
The holidays are here again, and that means lots of merrymaking — with food. If you’re preparing delicious meats and treats for others to enjoy, there’s more to consider than tantalizing tastes, scintillating aromas, visual appeal and delightful textures. The foremost consideration is food safety during handling, preparation and storage since data collected from the […]
Back-to-School Nutrition
Back-to-school season is a hectic time for children and parents alike. But, with some extra thought and a little planning, your children’s nutrition doesn’t need to be an added stressor. Read on for some dietitian-approved recommendations to keep their nutrition on the right track as they start back to school. Make Breakfast a Priority Many […]
Fall In Love with Chocolate for Better Heart Health
Can one chocolate a day really keep heart disease at bay? As we celebrate Heart Awareness this month, we’re looking into chocolate. Can it really help your heart? Heart Health and Chocolate The health benefits of chocolate have been known for centuries, but the true hero behind the ‘chocolate mask’ is cacao. The cacao bean is produced […]
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