Category Archive: Health

Natural Sugar Swaps

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I read an article yesterday that listed the 4 ingredients you shouldn’t be eating. I could think of way more than 4 right off the bat, but it came as no surprise that… Read More

Specifically Soy Milk

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So here’s the thing. When I set out to write yesterday’s post, my intentions (per a specific request!) were to write specifically on soy milk. But, when I started writing, I realized we… Read More

Spotlight on: SOY

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Some of the most common and frequent nutrition related questions I get are in regards to soy.  How much is safe to have? Can I drink too much? Am I increasing my chances… Read More

5 quirky facts of an RD

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On Food I only like peanut butter at night. in the morning it has to be almond butter, sun butter or no nuts at all. I love to cook and bake for other… Read More

Vitamix Obsession

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I had heard about Vitamix being a wonder machine.  However, after living with a college roommate who was obsessed with the Magic Bullet (I love you, Margaret), I was wary of consumerism traps.… Read More

You Can Do This

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I’ve been a long time fan of Mark Bittman. First his cookbook, then, after going back to school and diving into the nutrition field, I discovered his brilliance through his book on conscious… Read More

Family advice: I think they’re right.

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Here’s the thing: winter is still raging in New England and my inspiration is stifled and my life in general is feeling a little stale. Admittedly, I’ve been having a lot of “I’m in… Read More

Confused About Coconut

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Recently there has been A LOT of hype around coconut oil. And it’s totally confusing. For starters, coconut oil is a fat. And, the majority of fatty acids in coconut oil are saturated… Read More

All About Oil

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Heart disease is a scary epidemic in America, with a reported 81 million people (35% of the population in the United States having some classification of it. While some of the risk factors… Read More

Complete Proteins? What the F is that?

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I’m pretty sure all of you savvy readers out there have heard of protein. You know, the macronutrient found in red meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, dairy, beans and legumes and even grains. The… Read More

Convenience Nutrition: Frozen burritos

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There are very few pre-made, convenience foods we buy in our house. The long ingredient list and poor nutrient profile, given the tiny size, are at the top of the list for why.… Read More

Favorite Food Finds

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3 products I’m absolutely loving lately. And here’s why… NOOSA Yoghurt This yoghurt company has charged out of the yogurt gate, quickly gaining popularity and popping up everywhere I turn. And with good… Read More

Go ahead. Sit on the couch.

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Until Monday afternoon, at approximately 12:30pm, my life was in disarray. I had been non-stop studying for the RD exam (which, I can happily announce that I passed!) and completely neglected my laundry,… Read More

10 Nutrition-Related Facts You’ll Probably Never Need To Know

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My days are literally blending together. For the past 10+ days I’ve seriously done the exact same thing – put on sweat pants and study for my upcoming dietitian exam. This is the… Read More

5 Things You’ll Always Find In My Fridge

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I go to the grocery store at least 5 times a week. I’m not kidding. I am one of those people who LOVE the grocery store (I’ve been known to roam around Whole… Read More

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