Tag: Nutrition
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What is Diet Culture? (And Why We Should Reject it)
In my job working with eating disorders and in my personal life, I seem to reference diet culture on a daily basis. When I address diet culture in a negative light I usually get hit with, “Diet culture… but aren’t you a dietitian?” Yes, I am a dietitian. But I firmly do not support diet…
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How to Make Your Own Bone Broth
Bone Broth has been everywhere in 2018, and I am shook with how much money people are willing to spend on it. Not only that, but I’ve actually been surprised by how much it’s been promoted in the media recently, considering we’ve been drinking bone broth for a very long time. Most people promoting it probably don’t realize that…
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How to Reduce Your Food Waste in 2019
If there’s anything that I’ve learned in this past year it’s that we produce so much unnecessary waste that contributes to a bigger deficit in our wallets and a bigger carbon footprint. We often think that ‘food waste’ can solely be reduced by “cleaning your plate”, but there is so much more waste produced from…
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The Benefits of Buying Locally Grown Food
So many of us are trying desperately to eat healthier and actually enjoy it, but we’re unable to see what can be incredibly beneficial to our diet that is so close to use: locally grown food. Locally grown food can help improve our diets, healthy, the environment, and the economy! Keep reading to learn how. I…
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Buy Local, Eat Better
 So many of us are trying desperately to eat healthier and actually enjoy it, but we’re unable to see what can be incredibly beneficial to our diet that is so close to use: locally grown food. Locally grown food can help improve our diets, healthy, the environment, and the economy! Keep reading to learn how. I…
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What are Probiotics?
For decades our society has known the benefits of pre & probiotics on gut health. But in the past few years, the health & wellness field has exploded with pre & probiotic products. Are you wondering what all the buzz is about? Here is some information that I hope will clear things up for you….…
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Roasted Carrots with Spiced Yogurt
 This recipe is a super easy way to enjoy your roasted root vegetables!  Ingredients:1 bunch Carrots1 bunch Radishes1/2 tsp Ground Coriander1/2 tsp Ground Cumin1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt1 Tbsp Lime Juice2 Tbsp Orange Juice1 Tbsp Thyme1/2 cup CilantroOlive OilSalt & Pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Wash, trim, and chop carrots into…
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Sauteed Swiss Chard and Strawberries
No, I’m not here to fool you into cooking something that you’re going to hate. I was trying to find something to do with my swiss chard one day and thought “maybe I’d actually like eating this if it tasted sweet.” 110% recommend experimenting with this side dish. Pairs well with grilled chicken. Also make sure you wash…
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Meatless Monday: Roasted Spring Vegetable and Grain Salad with Tahini
We can agree to disagree if you’re not a fan of tahini, but since I first tried it my consumption of cruciferous vegetables has multiplied. The variety of vegetables in my diet was very minimal, consisting mostly of tomatoes and lettuces, but now I’m going crazy over most vegetables…. just from learning how to cook…
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What is Mindful Eating?
What is Mindful Eating? Simply put, mindful eating is the practice of eating consciously. It is the act of being aware of your physical, mental, and emotional needs in terms of eating. The Center for Mindful Eating also describes it as “allowing yourself to become aware of the positive and nurturing opportunities that are available…