By Kelly Jones MS, RD, CSSD, LDN When the holiday season rolls around, you better believe that even nutrition experts are excited for sweet treats and indulgent bites! We know that one day (or a few) won’t make or break your overall health and that a healthful eating pattern is more about consistently taking in […]
By Lyndi Wieand, RDN, LDN The holiday season is the favorite time of year for many. Traditionally, family and friends come from near and far to celebrate and spend quality time with each other, catch up on stories, create memories and gather at tables to share their beloved holiday foods and family recipes. Although our […]
Written by Brianna dela Torre and edited by Caroline Passerrello, MS, RDN, LDN Whether or not you’ve heard of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) it’s possible that you have experienced some form of discomfort or heartburn after eating a particularly large meal. While not all experiences of heartburn can be attributed to GERD, prevalence within the […]
By Helen Agresti, RDN Inflammation and oxidative stress are contributing factors to aging, cognitive decline, and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. If you’re experiencing memory loss, lack of concentration, or mood swings, you may want to start focusing on foods that offer you brainpower. Like your heart and gut health, your brain requires an array of […]
By Emily Bumgarner, RDN, LDN According to the CDC, 34 million Americans are living with diabetes (1). Even more alarming, 1 in 4 do not know they have diabetes (1). Additionally, over 88 million American adults have prediabetes, meaning they are on the border of developing diabetes (1). November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time […]
By: Melissa Altman-Traub MS, RDN, LDN Lentils have been used in many cultures of the Middle East and India for thousands of years1. They are what is called a pulse, which is a dried legume seed. Lentils are nutrtious and are a terrific addition to a healthy eating pattern. They are one of the few […]
By Lisa James, MS, RDN It can happen to anyone in an instant and is the cause of more than 350,000 deaths a year. Sudden Cardiac Arrest, or SCA, occurs when there is an electrical problem within your heart and is often caused by an undiagnosed heart condition. In an effort to decrease the number […]
By Caroline Passerrello, MS, RDN, LDN As an instructor for the Principles in Nutrition Education course at the University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, I can assure you that a great deal of strategic thinking goes into planning, executing, and evaluating effective nutrition education for individuals and small groups. As healthcare professionals, […]
By: Felicia Porrazza, MDA, RDN, LDN, CPT Did you know that an increased intake of plant-based foods has been linked with a reduced risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and hypertension, as well as, inflammation? [1,2,3] Eating a more plant-forward diet can also lead to increases in fiber, folic acid, […]
Yes it’s the time of year for warm breakfasts! I feel like oatmeal is the best option this time of year but I wanted to switch it up with something savory. This bread pudding adds veggies to a meal that is generally lacking them and has a good carb and protein balance between the bread […]
