5 unexpected nutrients to optimize your immune system by Carlie Saint-Laurent Beaucejour, MS, RD, LDN The immune system protects us from disease by fighting infections. Our immune system function is lowered during stress. It is important to note that no food can...
March is National Nutrition Month! .This years theme is “Eat Right Bite by Bite”. This means that we should be trying to eat healthier in small steps. Making improvements and changes to your nutrition and lifestyle in small bites can really add up over time. Think...
3 hacks to eating guilt-free holiday desserts by Carlie Saint-Laurent Beaucejour, MS, RD, LDN Who says you can’t make cookies, cakes, and desserts nutritious? The holiday season includes more time with family, food, and yes – even holiday treats. Here are 3...
Just because you might be on break doesn’t mean food safety takes some time off! Be sure to keep your friends and family safe this holiday by ensuring proper safe food handling. Temperature: Your turkey isn’t done until its reached a temp of 165°F in 3 places:...
By Elizabeth May, RDN, CSOWM, LDN A recent study looked at the effects of flavonoid-rich foods on reducing one’s risk of dying from heart disease or cancer. The study found that moderate to high intakes of flavonoid-rich foods reduced the risk of dying from...
By Carlie Saint-Laurent Beaucejour, MS, RD, LDN August is national “kids eat right’ month. This is the sixth year the nutrition community is celebrating this occasion. This is a great time to evaluate not only your child’s nutrition as the new school year is swiftly...
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