Most of us know what we’re supposed to do to live a healthy lifestyle. Recommendations include eating well, being physically active, reducing stress and getting enough sleep. But, we all know that is easier said than done. While cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and...
Read MoreBy Carolyn Reynaud, MS, RD, LD -- Some people cannot wait until the calendar turns from August to September, just so they can enjoy a variety of seasonal pumpkin food and drink offerings for the rest of the year! Some folks don’t enjoy pumpkin-spice everything, but I, for one, am totally...
Read MoreBy Carolyn Reynaud, MS, RD, LD -- Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is one of the most important steps to take in maintaining good health. However, it is not a surprise that this is where Americans tend to struggle the most in the quest for better health. As...
Read MoreBy: Karima A. Kendall, PhD, LDN, RDN — December 13, 2019-By now, you’ve likely heard all about the infamous “fiber gap”. Dietary fiber was first identified as a nutrient of concern by the 2015-2020 United States Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee1 and there is still a substantial disparity between the amount...
Read MoreDo you eat breakfast? A survey by the National Health and Examination Survey reported that one in five of us skip breakfast. This September 26th is Better Breakfast Day, and it was created to remind us why it’s so important to start your day off with a nutritious breakfast! ...
Read MoreBy: Jen Haugen, RDN, LD -- September 18, 2019-Warm humid weather and intense high school sports practices, sometimes twice a day, lead to a lot of sweating and risk of heat exhaustion or more serious heat stroke. While hydration may not be at the top of the list for a...
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