Dietitian Insights

What to eat before and after a workout

There’s a lot of misinformation about nutrition out there, so when it comes to fitness nutrition, it’s important to understand why I give certain recommendations.

April 7, 2019 No Comments

How much protein do you actually need?

So, how much protein do you actually need? What are the best types? Plant based or animal protein? And so on… It’s probably the most talked about nutrition topic or nutrient across all media platforms, yet the one that leaves the most questions in consumer minds.

January 31, 2019 1 Comment

The 10 most common questions I get about probiotics

The 10 most common questions I get about probiotics

January 27, 2019 No Comments

14 fun facts about chia seeds

Chia seeds are a nutrient dense complete protein containing fiber, essential fatty acids, and minerals that can easily be incorporated into your daily routine.

December 28, 2018 No Comments

How to Stay Awake Without Coffee

When you need to stay awake without coffee, check out these healthy recommendations from a registered dietitian!

December 2, 2018 No Comments

FNCE 2018: A diabetic dietitian does DC

It’s been a few weeks since I got home from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Food & Nutrition Conference and Expo 2018 (FNCE for you non-dietitians), and just like last year, I’m so glad I went! In a job where your “co-workers” are online and I almost always work from the comfort of my dining room table, it’s so refreshing to see my friends and fellow dietitians in person, as well as meet some of the faces behind brands and organizations I know and love.

November 6, 2018 No Comments

Top 5 Foods for Glowing Skin

You know that what you eat affects your health, but did you even think that it could make your skin healthier?

November 1, 2018 No Comments

How to handle Halloween candy and kids

This time of year, I get asked ALL THE TIME about how to handle Halloween candy and kids. In this article, we cover some different strategies to consider.

October 23, 2018 1 Comment