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, […]
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 […]
by Helen Agresti, RD It’s time to fire up the grill! Those of you that experience long winters can relate to the excitement of being able to enjoy a meal outdoors. The distinct aroma and flavor of grilling make this seasonal pleasure one of the most celebrated ways to come out of hibernation. The warmer […]
Article by: Alissa Smethers PhD, RD, LDN This month we highlight Dr. Laura Frank, PhD, MPH, RD, LDN who is an Associate Professor of Nutrition at La Salle University. Read below to learn more about her journey in nutrition and research. 1. Where do you live currently? Is there anything you love about where you’re […]
Written by: Rachel Sproat, Student Dietitian at Seton Hill University The Nutrition and Dietetics club at Seton Hill University is committed to promoting healthful eating and service to the Seton Hill campus, Greensburg community, and beyond. This year, the Dietetic students have prepared twenty gallons of soup for “Soup for a Claus”, participated in the […]
by Caroline Passerrello, MS, RDN, LDN What are your first thoughts when I say ‘Meal Prep’? For most clients, I hear that if they could figure out when they have time to prepare a menu and do some food preparation that meeting their health and wellness goals would be more achievable. What if I said […]
by Karen Buch, RDN, LDN There’s something immensely satisfying about digging my hands into garden soil, growing vegetables for my family and being able to share my garden’s bounty with others. Have you ever thought about starting a home vegetable garden? Spring has sprung and now is the time! Pennsylvania offers healthy soil and seasonal […]