By: Felicia Porrazza, MDA, RDN, LDN, CPT School is out for the Summer and that means BBQs, parties, and vacation time. Keep yourself energized and on track with your health with these 10 healthy beach snack ideas. 1 – Watermelon Watermelon, as you can guess from the name, is about 92% water and an […]
Building a Better Salad
July 10th, 2019
By: Laura Ali, MS, RDN, LDN Salads can really hit the spot on a hot summer day. Light and delicious, they are seemingly a nutritious choice as well. But if you aren’t careful, they can pack in lots of extra calories and few nutrients. It just requires a little planning and thought to make a […]
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7 Picnic Packing Tips to Avoid Foodborne Illness This Summer
July 3rd, 2019
By Katie Dwyer The weather is warming up and the days are longer, and that means it’s picnic season. Whether packing up lunch to enjoy in a local park, bring to the beach, or to serve guests in your own backyard barbecue, many al fresco feasts await. But the longer food sits outside, the higher […]
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Don’t Disregard Dairy
June 26th, 2019
By: Lyndi Wieand, RDN, LDN National Dairy Month was first introduced as National Milk Month back in 1937. Milk products have been a part of American culture since 1611, when cows were brought to America with our first settlers in Jamestown, VA. National Milk Month was first used to promote the importance of drinking milk […]
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Disordered Eating & GI Distress… Is There a Connection?
June 19th, 2019
By: Natalie Colantuono If you haven’t seen someone reference their morning apple cider vinegar shot lately, then you may not be very active on social media. It seems that the diet industry is not only aiming at weight loss or wellness, but is attempting to serve as the “gut healing” guru as well (self-proclaimed, of […]
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17 Healthy and Delicious Recipes for the Grill
June 11th, 2019
By Jennifer Lynn-Pullman MA, CSOWM, RDN, LDN Now that we finally have warm temperatures in Pennsylvania it’s time to fire up those grills! Traditionally grilled food like hamburgers, hot dogs, and ribs are high fat/high calorie choices. There are so many healthier options to cook on the grill. Here is a list of vegetable, fruit, […]
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PAND Research Spotlight: Amanda Kopetsky, MS, RD, LDN
June 10th, 2019
By Alissa Smethers, PhD, RD Summer is almost here! For the month of June, the PAND Research Spotlight focuses on Amanda Kopetsky, MS, RD, LDN. Amanda is currently working towards her PhD, and shares her research journey below. Where do you live currently? Merion Station, PA Is there anything you love about where you’re located? […]
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Fun Ways to Eat Healthier This National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month
June 4th, 2019
By Michelle Cullen RDN, LDN Welcome to National Fresh Fruits & Vegetables Month! The timing couldn’t be better, given that your local farmer’s market is probably now in full swing and rife with fresh, in-season produce. Whether you pick it up at the local market or stop by your regular grocery store, this produce only […]
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Nutritiously Nutty: Enjoying and Cooking with Nuts
May 29th, 2019
By Laura Ali, MS, RDN, LDN Besides being a delicious treat and adding texture and crunch to food, nuts are known to be a nutritional powerhouse. Most nuts contain healthy fats, like omega 3 fatty acids and monounsaturated fat, are a good source of protein and fiber and are also an excellent source of vitamins, […]
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Embracing the Mediterranean Diet
May 22nd, 2019
By: Lyndi Wieand, RDN, LDN May is National Mediterranean Diet Month. This popular style of eating was ranked by U.S. News and World Report as the Best Overall Diet for 2019. In addition, it was also given the titles of Best Diet for Healthy Eating, Easiest Diet to Follow, Best Diet for Diabetes, Best Heart […]
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