GLP-1 medications are currently all the rage in healthcare. These injectable medications are helping people eat less, lose weight and improve their overall health!  In order to get the maximum potential out of these medications, it's critical to adapt your eating habits to deal with the main side effects of taking a GLP-1 (reduced appetite, nausea, diarrhea or constipation) to ensure positive and lasting results. In this blog post, we explain how to be intentional with your n

June is Men’s Health Month! Men have a reputation for not taking care of their health.  This is especially true as men get older and near middle age.  Middle age is a period of change during the years of 40-64.  I just crossed over into middle age last year and am currently 41 years old.    Happy Men's Health Month! As a health professional (Registered Dietitian) I believe this is a perfect opportunity to provide three important tips all middle aged men should consider to liv

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It is a common misconception that healthy eating is always expensive. However, nutritious food does not have to be costly. Use the...

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are perfect for the fall season. There's a fantastic recipe on Allrecipes.com called "Pumpkin Chocolate...

I saw this ridiculously incorrect and dangerous Facebook post about how high alkaline foods can kill Covid-19. It stated that all you...

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Start off your 2020 right with a new oatmeal recipe! I call this one CocOatmeal because you add 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder...

Thanksgiving is one week away and that means lots of planning for, in my opinion, the most glorious holiday of the year. As a Dietitian,...

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Costco is a membership only wholesaler that sells grocery items in bulk and generally has good deals on other items like electronics,...

Almond milk is stupid in the opinion of this dietitian. According to the article Water-indexed benefits and impacts of California almonds...

Super easy smoothie that will give you a boost in the morning or at any time of the day as a healthy snack. You are now loaded up with...

This is an excellent snack for busy people as it provides a balanced macronutrient profile and takes 2 minutes to prepare! This is also a...