Have you ever heard from others that they have a fast or slow metabolism? Maybe you’ve heard it about yourself or said it about other...

People often use fad diets to chase unrealistic weight goals. Often times exercise becomes part of this equation too. Remember that diets...

Many people overestimate their intake of water and other fluids. Dietitians often have nutrition clients who say "oh, I drinks tons of...

We often associate warm bowls of soup, stew, and chili with winter. And everyone knows chicken noodle soup is considered the best food...

To be clear, food is not and should not be a replacement to modern medicine. However, proper nutrition does play a role in supporting a...

Live in the moment always, but especially this time of year. Savor time spent with friends and family over the holidays. It is ok to...

Salads get a bad rap. They are historically associated with restrictive diets that limit fat, carbohydrates and calorie intake. When many...

When life seems crazy it can be difficult to find time to set aside for meals. However it is important to take the time to eat, make...

Whether you follow a vegetarian or vegan diet, do not eat meat for cultural reasons, or just do not enjoy meat in your diet - you still...

Did you know that unlike food, dietary supplements are not regulated by the FDA? These include all the herbs, vitamins, minerals,...

There is no doubt that cooking and food preparation at home allows you to have greater control over the ingredients and what you...

Everyone knows once September 1st rolls around, Halloween decorations fill stores and pumpkins seem to be available everywhere! But what...

Snacks can be a healthy part of your day. They're important for growing children and teenagers. They also play an important role for...

There is no shortage of marketing surrounding gut health these days. Products claim they will aid in digestion, boost your immune system,...

No food is “good” or bad”; its just food. When we use these words to describe foods, our brains assign negative and positive values to...

And other nutrients they may lose on fad diets... When people hear "folate" (aka folic acid or vitamin B9) they likely think of it as a...

Health food companies spend millions in marketing each year. As a result, food labels have become increasingly difficult to understand....

Aging can bring a host of physical and mental changes. Some of these changes are a result of genetics or happen naturally. For example,...

Registered Dietitians (RD) receive extensive education and training in almost every medical condition. Some people just think dietitians...

Fresh herbs can add so much freshness, color, flavor, and nutrients to your cooking. While many herbs can be grown year-round indoors,...