Would you be surprised to know that the Mediterranean Diet has consistently held the top spot for seven consecutive years in the rankings by the U.S. News and World Report for the best diet to follow? In honor of May being International Mediterranean Diet Month let's explore seven reasons why this diet proves to be highly effective!
February is American Heart Month, an important time to highlight heart disease and nutrition strategies to support your cardiovascular system.
In today's post we are going to explore the pivotal role of nutrition in fostering cardiovascular wellness, providing you with insights, tips, and a BONUS heart healthy recipe to nourish your heart this month.
After my visit to the Alliance for Food and Farming (AFF) farm and my experience working with dozens of clients who struggle to increase their produce intake, I realized it was time to create a post to clear up the confusion surrounding produce! Many people become overwhelmed with choices like organic vs. conventional or fresh vs. frozen, and as a result, they end up not consuming enough fruits and vegetables. In this eye-opening blog, we'll uncover five essential facts that will change the way you approach your next trip to the grocery store's produce section.
National Fruits & Veggies Month (NFVM) is one of my favorite ways to kick off fall, because it’s an annual celebration of everyone’s favorite and flavorful plants – fruits and veggies! As a private practice dietitian and the author of Eat Your Vitamins, one of the things I prioritize the most when helping my clients reach their health goals is emphasizing the power of nutrients from whole food sources. This is why, for National Fruits & Veggies Month, we are highlighting one of my favorite nutrient dense fruits: blueberries.
When you think of optimal health, what comes to mind? Is it having energy? Or just feeling good in your body? The Merriam Webster definition of health is “freedom from physical disease or pain”. So, if we think about achieving true health, wouldn’t it make sense to take a look into the lives of those who have lived the longest without disease? This is exactly the case for those living in Blue Zone areas. In this post we will dive deep into the top 6 nutritional habits of the blue zone lifestyle.
If there’s one food I recommend people consume more of, its fish. This easy to prepare protein is packed with so many different nutrients! In this post, I share the research on fish consumption and all the benefits you get by eating more! If you're on the fence about eating more fish, this list is for you.
