Quick and Easy Veg Meals
Quick Meals: Veg-Style! By Jessie Funchion, MS, RD, LDN Most of these ideas… Take about 15 minutes to prepare Use a mix of convenience foods and fresh foods Have at least 3 food groups Are around 350-450 calories (subject to portion size/appetite!) 1) Breakfast for dinner Whole wheat toast with 1/3 avocado and fried […]
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By Heather A. Goesch, MPH, RDN, LDN We’re a generation of doers, with seemingly endless to-do lists between work, chores, sports practices, and social engagements. Then there are worries about traffic, finances, and various other little inconveniences that add up. In addition to being worn out and frustrated, elevated levels of stress can take a […]
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May is National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month By Heather A. Goesch, MPH, RDN, LDN Osteoporosis, meaning “porous bone,” is a condition that occurs when the body loses too much bone mass, accrues too little to begin with, or both. Bones become thinner and weaker as a result, and with the increased fragility comes an […]
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by Heather A. Goesch, MPH, RDN, LDN According to the latest reports published by the National Coffee Association, daily coffee consumption rose two percentage points in the past year to 64% among American adults [1]. Coffee is the biggest dietary source of caffeine in the US, but it also comes with small amounts […]
read moreCooking for One
Cooking for one can be a challenge. Let’s face it, most recipes are designed for multiple servings. This can sometimes make cooking at home seem daunting and time consuming. Family Food Registered Dietitian Elizabeth May, RDN, CSOWM, LDN has some tips for when you are cooking for one. Tip #1: Select recipes that yield 2-3 […]
read moreGo Further with Food
by Elizabeth May, RDN, CSOWM, LDN What does this year’s theme, “Go Further with Food” make you think of? My first reaction was learning new ways to cook, specifically with fruits and veggies, like spiralizing zucchini, pickling veggies, or creating warm salads bought from the store. These compare card machines here can make it easy […]
read moreWeekend Eating
By Jessie Funchion, MS, RD, LDN Ever feel like you are “so good” during the week, only to “blow it” on the weekend? Weekend eating accounts for 30% of our meals (Friday night to Sunday Night – 7/21 meals), and can really make or break someone’s progress with weight loss. Here are a few tips […]
read moreKetogenic Diets Q & A
Ketogenic Diets Q & A by Jessie Funchion, MS, RD, LDN What is the Ketogenic Diet? The ketogenic diet is a high fat, very low-carb diet that has been used in children with epilepsy to help control seizures. Recently, it has become a trendy weight loss diet. How does it work? Eating a high […]
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