March is National Nutrition Month®, an annual campaign led by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that highlights the importance of making informed food choices and maintaining healthy eating and physical activity habits. This year’s theme, "Food Connects Us," celebrates the way food brings people together while also nourishing our bodies. To help you and your family embrace this theme, I’m sharing some quick and easy recipes packed with nutrients to keep you fueled and feeling great.
Heart health is always important, but February gives us a special reminder to take care of our hearts. In honor of National Heart Health Month, I’ll be sharing a sample meal plan to help you incorporate heart-healthy choices into your daily routine. Plus, we’ll dive deeper into my #1 favorite nutrient for heart health—fiber!
The Mediterranean Diet has maintained its position as the top-ranked diet by U.S. News and World Report for seven consecutive years, and with good reason! This diet is associated with improvements in digestion, heart health, and even brain function. If you're ready to get started following a Mediterranean Diet, I've got you covered with a one-day meal plan!
Summer is in full swing and, even though this year may be different than most, there are still some summer classics that everyone can enjoy. I have been thinking back to what some of my personal summer joys are, and one thing I envisioned was a beautiful bowl of perfectly ripe, juicy red cherries! There are almost endless reasons to love them.
