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New stories every morning, plus our archive of dietitian-written stories from the HealthStylz magazine.
You survived undergrad, worked tireless hours during your internship and made it to the Registration Examination for Dietitians. You sat breathlessly, staring at the screen, reading the message that you passed. At…
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I have been a RDN for almost eight years and I've found that, no matter where I go, technology and informatics are changing the way we do everything.
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If you have diabetes, it can seem like everyone has advice for you. "Eat this." "Don't eat that." "Always have a snack before bed." "Never eat after 8 p.m."
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The USDA's Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that half of all grains consumed be whole grains, and while most Americans still fail to meet this goal, we are moving in the right direction. In fact, 70 percent…
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When Angel Planells, MS, RDN, CD, decided to become a dietitian, he felt he was plunging into a "woman's world." He was, after all, one of three men in both his didactic and master's programs. Planells says male…
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This sweet and savory pizza highlights caramelized balsamic fennel.
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Once upon a time, the term "bulk aisle" conjured images of bins filled with oats and granola. Today, the grocery store's bulk bin aisle is a place to discover new foods and ingredients without having to purchase more…
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Synopsis of the App Calio is a food, nutrition and activity tracker with voice technology designed to help you manage health and weight loss goals with ease.
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Visit any Ethiopian restaurant, and you’re bound to receive a generous serving of injera , a spongy, fermented flatbread commonly found in Ethiopian cuisine.
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After an early morning trip to the farmers market, whip up this big bowl of comfort! It highlights vibrant, seasonal vegetables and showcases the savory side of oats.
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Gluten-free diets have become one of the hottest approaches to a long list of health ailments and weight loss. An ongoing debate asks whether gluten sensitivity truly exists or if it is a media-driven fad, pandering…
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Synopsis of the App The Ingredient1 app helps you discover natural and specialty foods based on taste profile, ingredients, allergens, nutrient data and labels such as organic and GMO-free.
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Over the course of a few years, Kristina DeMuth, RD, traveled to Haiti many times. During each trip, she learned something new about the country and its people : their history, culture and diet, and the devastating…
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After you’ve gotten the hang of making your own whole-wheat and semolina pasta, try this variation made with spinach for a nutrition boost.
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Chances are you've heard about sprouted grains. Though it may sound like a new trend, sprouted grains have been around for years. Once relegated to the back corner of the community health-food store, sprouted grains…
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With aromatic licorice notes and its distinctive bulbous base, long stalks and feathery fronds, fennel is sometimes known as "sweet anise" : but is of no relation to the pungent aniseed plant. There are two types of…
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It's the quintessential vegetable , and you probably either love it or hate it. But what you may not know is that broccoli is a nutritional star.
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Everyone has family, friends and interests outside of their careers. It’s important! But once you reach a certain level in your professional life: a high position in either your place of employment or through your…
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With the warmer and muggier weather , I've been craving light and crunchy foods. This Fennel, Strawberry and Pistachio Salad is exactly what I needed.
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Dietitians are all about food , from farm to fork and every detail in between. Feeding people is a top priority for all of us, but "feed" can mean supplying more than just calories and nutrients.
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I began experimenting with this recipe while making dinner for a new friend who doesn't like cheese (I know, I know!). I figured upon serving it I'd just sneak a little grated Pecorino onto my own plate. What I found…
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Synopsis of the App Work out, earn points and play games as exercise becomes playtime with Atari Fit's gamified global fitness app.
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This crispy, savory snack has less fat than traditional bagged chips.
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Chard is lightly braised in a broth of coconut milk, fresh ginger and a hint of red pepper flakes.
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