Meat-Free Sources of Protein
Looking for fresh ways to get your protein in without the meat? Good news! There are lots of places to find high-quality protein that don’t involve meat, poultry, or fish. In fact, even 100% plant-based foods can provide plenty of protein, in addition to other valuable nutrition. Vegetarian diets sometimes get a bad rap for being low in protein. But the reality is, there are plenty of protein-packed options you can work into a meal rotation to [...]
6 Exercises for a Healthy & Happy Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a magical time, but it can also be downright uncomfortable! Fortunately, regular exercise can help reduce unpleasant symptoms, such as aches and pains, excessive weight gain, and even your chance of developing gestational diabetes and preeclampsia. Best of all, regular exercise can help you have a smoother labor and delivery! With your doctor’s permission, the following exercises can help you stay healthy and happy until delivery day (and beyond). Walking Walking is one of the [...]
Simple Swaps to Increase Fiber Intake
Eating plenty of fiber is important for a variety of reasons—from keeping you full between meals, to promoting a healthy balance of gut bacteria, to reducing the risk of colon cancer. But it can seem like an impossible task to get in the recommended 25 grams per day for women and 38 grams for men. Check out these simple tips to help you get there! Eat plenty of plants. Plant foods like fruits, vegetables, and legumes (beans, nuts, [...]
Healthy Snacks to Pack in Your Bag this Summer
Ever find yourself standing in the aisles of a convenience store, teetering on the edge of hangry? Don’t let poor planning ruin your day! Check out our list of easy and nutritious snacks to toss [...]
How to Exercise When You Don’t Feel Like Working Out in the Summer
We’ve all been there. It’s time to work out, but a trip to the gym sounds like an awful chore or you’re so busy with summer activities that finding time to exercise seems nearly impossible. [...]
Water: How Much do you Need?
Sluggishness getting the best of you? Scale being stubborn? You may not be drinking enough water. In my humble opinion, it is absolutely the most important nutrient in human diet (science backs me up a [...]
Tips for a Healthier Summer Vacation
Have a big vacation coming up? For many of us, the excitement of getting away also means leaving our healthy diet and lifestyle habits at home. As tempting as it may seem to take a [...]
Spring into Summer: 5 Ways to Stay Motivated During Summer Vacation
It can be hard to stick with your fitness routine in the summer. With parties, vacation days, and kids home from school, summer can interfere with even the most rigorous schedules! It may be harder [...]
A Peek Inside the Dietitian’s Picnic Basket
People tend to fall into two basic food preparation categories: those who pack food, and those who prefer to purchase food when away from home. However, if you are planning a picnic, there’s nothing better [...]