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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...

(Washington, D.C.) -- A recently published study in the journal Molecules by Markus et al. attempted to evaluate the possible impact of stevia-based sweeteners on bacterial communication pathways through an in-vitro study, meaning it was not conducted in humans.  However, the study’s conclusions do not align with existing evidence backing...

By 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...

Autumn is a special time of year. The kids are back in school, football is in full swing and you can find PSL (pumpkin spice lattes) everywhere! All of these things and the upcoming holidays often center around the menu and typically as we start to feel cooler outside many begin...

Makes 2-3 Servings Ingredients ¼ cup steviacane® or ½ cup Imperial Sugar® Extra Fine Granulated Sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt 1 cup whole almonds Directions Combine steviacane®, water, vanilla extract and salt in a sauté pan. Bring to a boil. Add almonds and toss...

By 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...