A recent study in England looked at the effects that chocolate may have on a nagging cough by randomly giving the 163 study participants either a codeine-based cough syrup or a chocolate-based supplement. See what happened here!
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Could cravings for bread, pasta, and mashed potatoes be a potential warning sign for seasonal depression? Find out here!
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Need a new smoothie recipe? Then check out this Wild Blueberry Recovery Smoothie by @fANNEtasticfood. It was a HUGE hit at my house this week! Click here for the recipe!
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Got dinner plans? Whether you do or you don’t, you’ll love this recipe. These quick chicken thighs take less than 20 minutes to make and are a hit with the whole family. Find the recipe here!
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Anyone else hungrier or crave more carb-rich foods in the winter? I’ve been eyeing a pasta dishes from various food bloggers for days – along with every other pizza and pasta dish I pass! All of this got me wondering why my appetite always seems to increase this time of year? See what I found out from my research for a recent article with Cooking Light.
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Click here to find my recent article with Cooking Light where I tell you more about Type 3 Diabetes, why it’s key to not wait for symptoms, and what you can do now to reduce risk of future dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
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What’s the best way to meet daily fiber needs – food OR supplements and fiber-fortified products? OR does it even matter? Find out in my latest Cooking Light article.
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Cruciferous veggies like broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower have unique compounds not found in other produce. Some compelling research associates these foods with decreasing cancer risk AND possibly using to treat cancer. Find out more in my recent Cooking Light article linked here!
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This Asian Chopped Salad has only 5 ingredients, so it’s quick to make-ahead, prep, and portion. Toss with a ginger-soy dressing, and then add chicken or protein of choice. It’s super fast, just as good, and a few bucks cheaper than the pre-made salad in a bag alternatives!
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It’s only three days after Halloween, and I’ve got candy overflowing my kitchen cabinets – not to mention candy wrappers turning up in unusual places all over the house. (Why was there a Starburst wrapper in my bed last night and a Blow-Pop stick behind the sofa cushions?!?) So what do you do with it all? Click here to find out!
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The pumpkin-spice trend isn’t going anywhere soon. Good news, though — the craze has brought some light to pumpkin as a food and ingredient. I’m sharing a little trivia, nutrition and tips for how to incorporate this great ingredients into your diet. Click here to find out more!
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Already missing ripe summer tomatoes and fresh berries? Me too! But don’t fret, fall and winter offer a ton of nutrient-packed foods that will fit perfectly into your menu! Find out more here!
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Probiotic supplements are kind of like the new multi-vitamin. But, are probiotics helpful, harmful, or useless? Find out all you need to know here!
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It might seem ironic as a dietitian, but I don’t get excited about diet books. In fact, I am usually completely skeptical until proven otherwise. BUT, but my recent read was different, y’all. Check out this post where I share my review of The Obesity Code.
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Anyone else seeing Noom pop up in social media feeds? I really didn’t pay much attention to it until curiosity got the best of me! Before checking it out, I honestly thought Noom was a new home-based genetic testing kit or maybe a meditation app. I was wrong! Find out all you need to know about Noom here!
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Researching deli meats like turkey and ham had me feeling a little nervous! I love a good turkey sandwich, so I was a little worried about what I would find out and if it would ruin a food I have eaten my entire life! Are deli meats really something to minimize? Should I really be concerned about potential health risks? And maybe most importantly, are there ways to minimize health risks and still enjoy my classic turkey sandwich? Find out all you need to know here!
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Want to transform your health in one week? Sign me up – but unfortunately it isn’t going to happen by drinking celery juice! Find out why here.
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While I’m not claiming these snacks as instant - or always effective - cures, these foods and tips can sometimes help get your body back to feeling like itself a little quicker. Who doesn't want that?!
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11 grams of fiber in one whole-grain wrap?!? Sure, most of us could use a little boost to get closer to daily fiber recommendations, but what if you’re consuming a wrap (or two) like this along with fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains. Is it possible to get TOO MUCH fiber?
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Stevia is often considered the “safe” sugar substitute when compared with other alternatives. So is stevia a safe—or safer—option than sugar or other sugar substitutes? I dug into the latest research to find out.
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