Heart disease risk factors include: high blood pressure, smoking, high cholesterol, a sedentary lifestyle, and blood sugar issues, like diabetes. The good news is that these factors mentioned are modifiable. You can work to change them! Here are some tips to minimize your risk for heart disease.
Hey there, Mamas! March is National Nutrition Month® and today is National Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! Hooray! This year’s theme is “Go Further with Food” and is highly focused on reducing food waste. (Remember, food only gives you nutrition if
Meal planning is a vital part of healthy eating, or just eating in general, really. There are so many benefits to planning meals ahead of time. Let me count the ways… Saves time –Â When you have a plan for what’s
Hi there, Mamas! I’ve recently finished reading Slim by Design by Dr. Brian Wansink. Dr. Wansink is a researcher and professor who studies consumer behaviors regarding food. The book details information that he has learned over years of research on small changes
Hi there, Mamas!  As I have been working out of the house more often these past few months, I’ve been needing to pack a lunch.  It’s so cliche for a dietitian, but salads are one of my go-to to-go lunches.  I
Hey there, Mamas!  With summer fast approaching, it’s a great time to think about our heart health. Since many of us are more active during the warmer months, our heart is working the hardest it does all year. So, how
Hey there, Mamas! Â I have received a ton of requests for this, so here it is: L’s solid foods, in order of appearance (plus my logic behind the introduction). Â (See this article to see if your child is ready for
Hi there, Mamas! Â To continue with National Nutrition Month and Informed Food Choices, here’s a little info on organic produce: when to buy and when to skip. The Basics: An organic item has been produced through approved methods that integrate
Hi there, Mamas! Â Here’s another #RecipeWednesday post for ya! Â This yummy recipe was adapted from this one, but I’ve updated it to mine (and L’s) liking. Â I think a few little tweaks made all the difference! We have made variations