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5 Ways to Use Cottage Cheese in Recipe Favorites
Plain low-fat Greek yogurt gets much of the glory when it comes to incorporating healthful foods into our diets and for good reason: it’s rich in protein, low in sugary carbs, and a good source…
Have a Cup of Cocoa
There’s nothing more comforting in the cold winter months than a cup of hot chocolate. The warm combination of steamed milk and sweet cocoa can fight off even the harshest…
Training at the Table
Athletes and active individuals of all ages are paying more attention than ever to nutrition to improve their performance on and off the field. This is especially so for elite…
Help Post-Gastric Bypass Patients Eat Dairy
For those with lactose intolerance, insufficient amounts of the lactase enzyme prevent lactose from breaking down in the stomach. Thus, the undigested lactose travels…
Celebrate Esprit de She with Chocolate Milk
The season for “turkey trots” and “jingle jogs” kicked off in Atlanta this month with the Esprit de She race, in partnership with Got Chocolate Milk. The runners enjoyed an evening run through…
Warm Up with Winning Winter Foods
Somehow, the scorching days of summer have quickly faded and the frost is settling in. I am trading in my regular smoothie for something that will warm me up as I wake up…
Holiday Super Foods
It’s that time of year again when celebrations and tempting goodies challenge will power and plans to eat healthy. With the holiday season in full swing, we are constantly reminded…
A Diabetes Diet Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated
Receiving a diabetes diagnosis or being told you are pre-diabetic can be an overwhelming experience. Suddenly, you’re being told your entire lifestyle has to change…
Meal Planning for Holiday Happiness
The holiday season brings us extra joy with holiday parties, decorations and events with family and friends. On the flip side, the holiday season brings extra stress due to the time we spend…
Give Thanks for a Healthy Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time for friends and family to gather at the table and give thanks. Unfortunately, it can also be a time for over-eating, bellyaches and fear of…
Healthy Eating on the Road
Whether it’s away football games, weddings or holiday parties, it’s the time of year for road trips. Unfortunately, road trips often consist of drive-through foods and bags…
Pumpkin + Dairy = A Nutritional Powerhouse
Pumpkin seems to be the buzzword this fall. Every time I cruise the aisles of the grocery store, I see a new pumpkin-flavored product from coffee creamer to cookies to…
Ace Nutrition for Tennis
Whether preparing for the club championship or the U.S. Open, a healthy diet and body can clearly contribute to a player’s quest to reach peak performance. Tennis athletes…
Crockpot Cooking
Fall has arrived! The days are shorter, evenings are darker, and mornings are cooler. While I love to use my crockpot year round to simplify mealtime, I find it gets the most…
Chocolate Milk: The New Sport Drink
You’ve always known chocolate milk to be delicious. But did you know it’s a first-string, post-workout beverage, supplying many of the key nutrients necessary for…
Big Problems Need Simple Solutions
Have you ever faced a big whopping problem? Have you ever felt overwhelmed at the daunting task of trying to fix the problem? We are all facing such a challenge considering…
Happy Healthy Halloween
Halloween is not often thought of as a healthy holiday. Every fall, little ghosts and goblins attend parties and go trick-or-treating, collecting many not-so-healthy snacks…
Age Defying Foods
It is no secret that today’s culture is preoccupied with retaining its youth. Before buying into another beauty ointment or treatment, get back to the basics of healthy eating…
Bring Nutrition to Your Halloween Party
Fall is upon us and along with it comes Halloween and delicious, sweet treats. However, as a registered dietitian, I know that candy fills kids up on calories and…
When is Picky Eating Too Picky?
Bailey is an active 20-month-old toddler who ate well until two months ago when she became a “picky eater.” As a parent, you have provided balance and variety in her diet since…