By Jeanette Kimszal, RDN, NLC How do you stay successful with maintaining a healthy diet? Four words: Meal Prep and Planning Without this you will be floundering around the kitchen staring at your empty refrigerator and will want to hightail it to the local eatery to grab some grub. Now I’m not saying eating out is completely …
By Mitchell Blume, RD, CDE, PA Meal planning can be a challenge for anyone. “Where do I start?”. “When should I eat?”. “What should I eat?”. These are common questions that many of us have and want answered. I’ve compiled a list of helpful tips that help answer these questions, while getting you started on …
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By Nikki Nies, MS,RD Our society has moved away from the traditional 3 squared meals with more consumers embracing a new wave of grazing, also known as snacking throughout the day. This type of food intake has elevated and multiplied the number of snack options. Yet, like all foods, not all snacks are created equally. We'll be breaking …
By Nikki Nies, MS, RD As you look through the aisles of the grocery store for on-the-go snacks, you may be overwhelmed with the varieties and options. While different flavors and combinations can be an opportunity to expose you to more nutrients and sustain you, have you ever felt like you needed a road map …
By Mitchell Blume, RD, CDE, PA When we think of protein, most of us revert to animal-based options. This includes meat, eggs, animal-dairy, cheese, etc. These are all excellent sources of nutritious protein that can also be considered lean and healthy; however, multiple studies and newer guidelines are starting to recommend we try to substitute some …
By Mitchell Blume, RD, CDE “Cut back on your salt”. “Avoid added sugar”. How many of us have heard these statements? It is generally known that majority of people consume too much salt and sugar throughout the day. But, how much is too much? For the average individual, it is recommended to limit your salt …
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By Kirsten David, MS, RD, CSSD Calories are one of the main components that we think about when it comes to diet. Typically a weight loss diet would consist of following the traditional “calories in equals calories out” which means that if we consume less calories than we expend we will lose weight. However, there are a …
By Morgan Giannattasio, MS, RDN, LD Alcohol is often portrayed as your enemy if you’re trying to lose weight, but the truth is you can still enjoy a drink from time to time. The key is choosing the better choice on the menu and practicing moderation. It’s true that alcohol does contain empty calories and …
By Courtney Lee MS, RD, CDN, CFCS With the warm days of summer lingering on I know your mind drifts to cool waters, sandy beaches, and those yummy drinks with the paper umbrella. But with bathing suit season here, who needs all those extra calories that can so easily sneak into the fruity drinks we all …
By Mitchell Blume, RD, CDE “Are smoothies good or bad?” I often get this question from many of my clients and patients. It is quick, simple, and tastes good, but is it the best option? Smoothies and workout shakes can be good, nutritious options if the right ingredients are used and in the right amounts. Many …
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