Category: Nutrition
Birthday Celebrations, Keto Cheats & A Nasty Carb Hangover
Pre-Keto Stats
Ask the RD: Processed Meats & Cancer Risk
This question comes from a recent blog post that introduces my experimentation into a ketogenic diet. I referenced consumption of bacon, a common processed meat product.
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Going Keto
Lessons from My Foodie Friends
As a nutritionist, I spend a lot of time talking about food. I educate others on topics such as the health benefits of various foods, appropriate portion size for a given food, and how to look for healthy foods. I take a scientific approach in explaining how the macro- and micro-nutrient content of food affects our bodies.
My Favorite Fats- Butter
Butter is another one of my go-to fat sources and second in My Favorite Fats series.
Butter is making a comeback! Long shamed for its high saturated fat content and the touted ill effects on cardiovascular health, many people (myself included!) are returning to butter for uses in baking, sautéing, and spreading.
My Favorite Fats
Today I’m starting a series of posts on my favorite fat sources- for cooking, health benefits, and taste. The first is coconut oil. Stay tuned for more!
Calorific Foods
While not the majority, there are people who struggle to get enough energy and nutrients in their diet. Athletes involved in very heavy training loads, those recovering from illness and medical conditions, and the elderly come to mind.
A Whole New Fit 