How to Choose the Best Protein Bars
Do you feel overwhelmed by how many protein/energy bars there are on the market?! What ingredients should you be looking for? Which should you try to stay away from? Here are some tips to make your shopping a whole lot easier, along with our top 10 protein bar recommendations.
Dietitian's Top 10 Convenience Foods At Target
Whether you are always on the go, a traveling athlete, or someone who finds themselves short on time, convenience foods are a quick and easy option for meals and snacks. Here's our top 10 favorite convenience foods that you can find at most grocery stores (and in this case, Target!)
Dietitian's 12 Favorite Buys From Costco
Costco is most known for their bulk options sold at affordable prices. Each time I shop here I am pleasantly surprised with their variety of options, specifically their organic and allergen free items. Here are some of my personal favorite buys from Costco!
Athlete's Guide to Plant-Based Protein Powders
Which is the best plant-based protein powder for athletes? The most affordable, best tasting, lowest in sugar, and does it contain high quality ingredients? Here’s a review and comparison of 14 different plant-based protein powders to help make your buying experience a little easier.
Athlete’s Guide to Whey Protein Powders
Which is the best whey protein powder for athletes? The most affordable, best tasting, lowest in sugar, and does it contain high quality ingredients? Here’s a review and comparison of 13 different whey protein powders to help make your buying experience a little easier.
Dietitian's 15 Favorite Buys From Trader Joe's
What I love about Trader Joe’s are the pantry and fridge staples you can find for incredibly affordable prices. In this blog, I’m sharing the 15 foods I find myself buying most frequently from TJ’s!
Nutrition Video Series: Is Alkaline Water better for you?
Alkaline water is typically pricier than plain old water, but is it actually healthier for you? Let’s take a look at the research!
Nutrition Video Series: Energy Bars
With so many types of protein/energy bars on the market, it’s difficult knowing which is a good option. In this week’s nutrition video, I’m sharing what to look for when choosing energy bars!
Nutrition Video Series: Fiber + Fiber-Fortified Foods
In today’s nutrition video, I’m talking about the health benefits of fiber, excellent sources, and why not all “fiber-rich” foods are created equal!
Nutrition Video Series: Natural Sugars - Which is best?
Refined sugar contains no micronutrients, no fiber, & people are eating way too much of it. Overindulging in added sugar has serious health consequences such as weight gain, diabetes, & heart disease. In today’s nutrition video, I’m discussing some of the top natural sweeteners.
Nutrition Video Series: Stevia
Curious about the impact stevia or artificial sweeteners have on your health? Watch my latest nutrition video on the topic here!
Everything You Need To Know About - Probiotics
Probiotics are popping up everywhere - from supplements and kombucha to tortilla chips and gummy fruit snacks. This guide is meant to clear up the confusion and educate you on everything you need to know about both prebiotics and probiotics.
Everything You Need To Know About - Bread
The problem is not bread itself, but the TYPE and AMOUNT of bread that can be harmful to health and lead to unwanted weight gain. Having a solid understanding of what bread is best can help you include it as part of a healthy diet. Here is everything you need to know about choosing the healthiest bread.
Everything You Need To Know About - Nut Butters
I'm so fortunate to have clients that ask me several excellent nutrition questions daily. This blog is inspired by my clients questions and contains everything you need to know about nut butters. All of your questions are answered from "which nut butter is healthiest?", "what ingredients should I avoid?" "should I eat PB2 peanut butter instead?" "what are partially hydrogenated oils, and mono- and diglycerides?" Stay tuned for my new blog series - "Everything You Need To Know About" - I will be posting a new food topic each week!