By Carolyn Reynaud, MS, RD, LD -- Heading back to school can be an exciting but stressful time. Good bye to the slow pace of summer and hello to early mornings, rushing out the door. It can be easy to get overwhelmed by a hectic schedule and start ditching healthy behaviors....
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By Carolyn Reynaud, MS, RD, LD -- Nutrient dense. Before I became a dietitian I always found this to be a confusing term. What are nutrient dense foods? Why are these important in a healthy diet? Simply put, what determines the nutrient density of food is the amount of nutrients you...
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By: Jill Weisenberger, MS, RDN, CDE, FAND -- Yes, it’s true! When families eat together, they eat better. Specifically, kids who eat with their families eat more fruits and vegetables. Plus, they’re more likely to be at a healthful weight and less likely to engage in disordered eating. But that’s...
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By: Jill Weisenberger, MS, RDN, CDE, FAND -- It’s common for dieters to bump up their exercise, trim portions, eat more low-calorie foods and make other positive lifestyle changes. But should people who aren’t worrying with their weight make these changes? Here are three healthy living strategies worth doing whether...
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According to Sonja Connor, registered dietitian nutritionist and president of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, “Achieving optimal health is not about a specific food or time or year, but rather a life-long commitment that leaves plenty of time for the foods and activities we love.” To get started on...
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Will the luck o’ the Irish be with you this St. Patrick’s day as you try to keep from eating too many calories while enjoying traditional Irish fare? The good news is healthy eating doesn’t have to mean forgoing flavor and fun. Speaking of flavor, March is also National Nutrition...
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