By Zachari Breeding, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) effects 5-10% of the women of reproductive age and is the leading cause of infertility. Women with undiagnosed PCOS typically seek out medical treatment due to concerns about missing menstrual cycles or an inability to become pregnant. Primarily related to lack of ovulation, […]
By Julie Stefanski MEd, RDN, LDN, CDE August is not only back to school time for many students, teachers, and parents, but it’s also Kids Eat Right MonthTM a celebration of the need to teach children about the importance of good nutrition. More than 40% of U.S. kids bring their own food to school. In […]
By Jennifer Pullman MA, RDN, CSOWM, LDN Back to school time is here. Kids are slowly starting back to school. Not only is school in session, but after school activities are starting up again too. You know what this means? Families all over the country will need quick, easy, and healthy meals to get […]
By: Kelly R. Jones MS, RD, CSSD, LDN The first week in August is “World Breastfeeding Week” and this year women all over the world opened up on social media to promote the “liquid gold” that is the most natural way to feed our precious infants. This year’s theme was “Breastfeeding: Foundation of Life.” After […]
PittAND PitAND Members’ Legislative Luncheon The Pittsburgh Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (PitAND) had an eventful membership year. Our biggest achievement was transitioning to our beautiful, new and improved website. It was a big step up from our previous site and has allowed for more flexibility in engaging with our members. Thanks to Erin Pover, […]
By: Angie Dye, MS, RDN, CSSD, LDN August is National Gastroparesis Awareness Month. If you are good with Latin roots, you may realize that “gastro” refers to stomach and “paresis” refers to impaired movement, meaning that gastroparesis is a problem that affects the normal emptying of the stomach. This can lead to significant nutrition-related problems, […]
Making Mealtime Manageable: Three actions to take when your kid’s diet differs from the families By:Caroline West Passerrello I was recently interviewed on the topic of children who choose to become vegetarians on their own. There were a lot of questions specific to this pattern of eating, but my responses really reminded me of three […]
What Does “Healthy” Mean to You? It’s Time to Redefine This Complex Word By: Robin Klein As a Registered Dietitian and Certified Health and Wellness Coach, the word “healthy” gets thrown around quite a bit in my company. It’s true, “diet” and “health” are part of my title, and there are expectations and judgments […]
By: Felicia Porrazza, MDA, RDN, LDN Owner & Registered Dietitian at PorrazzaNutrition Summer is in full swing and that means road trips and vacations! Even just a long drive to the beach, mountains, or to visit family can mean some snack or meal planning for the car ride. Check out the tips below for ways to […]
By: Laura Ali, MS, RDN, LDN “The real voyage of discovery consists not of seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes.” – Marcel Proust Food. It links us to our past, our family, our culture and our heritage. It can tell a story, teach us a history lesson, and may help shape how we […]
