By Laura Ali, MS, RDN, LDN I remember the first time I noticed that my grandmother was hunched over and was significantly shorter than I was. I had gone home to help my mom take her to a doctor’s appointment and as she tried to reach up to give me a hug, I realized what […]
By Talia Follador, RDN, LDN The COVID-19 pandemic has affected our lives in many ways. An impact that I’ve noticed all over social media is increased snacking due to boredom, stress, and/or being stuck at home. If your snacking (and overall eating) habits have changed during the COVID-19 pandemic, you’re not alone. Read on to […]
By Emily Bumgarner, RDN, LDN Another Diet? The word “diet” can sound restrictive and scary. The Mediterranean Diet is a way of eating or a lifestyle that provides variety through each food group. These ideas come from the traditions of countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, such as Italy and Spain. Delicious flavors combine with fresh […]
By Kelly Jones MS, RD, CSSD, LDN With Americans having more exposure to group fitness instructors and personal trainers, it’s easy for inaccurate information to spread when it comes to fueling the body for physical activity. To better understand how to eat to support exercise, it’s helpful to have knowledge of how the body uses […]
