Guide To Eating Healthy At The Airport
Your ultimate guide to staying healthy while traveling! This guide covers everything from what you can and can’t bring through security, the best snacks (and meals) to pack with you, and the healthiest options to purchase at the airport.
Everything you need to know about - Caffeine
Caffeine is one of the most commonly used and researched supplements/ergogenic aids. It's been shown time and time again to be effective in increasing alertness, mental focus, and athletic performance. But how much is too much? Isn't caffeine dehydrating? Are pre-workouts safe? Does it help burn fat? In this blog I answer all these questions and more to help you decide how, when, and if you should use caffeine.
Guide to Healthier Baking & Cooking
Trying to make your favorite recipes a little bit healthier? Check out my easy-to-use recipe substitution chart to help guide you in making healthier dishes!
Everything you need to know about - protein powders
As protein powders continue to grow in popularity, it’s important to educate yourself first on the “do’s” and “don’ts” before adding them to your diet. Do you know what’s inside your protein powder? How to use it effectively? In this blog, I answer all these questions and more to help you decide how, when, and if you should use protein powder. As the title states, here is everything you need to know about protein powder.
Ultimate Guide to Healthy Snacking
Snacking can be a very healthy habit, however, mindless snacking can lead to unwanted weight gain. I’ve created this guide to provide you with the information you need to make healthy choices, along with a lengthy list of my top recommended snacks.
Are you getting enough potassium?
Just about every athlete I meet with for the first time has heard of electrolytes, however, very few know what they actually do and how to properly replace them. Potassium is an electrolyte that plays a crucial role in hydration, muscle contraction, and controlling blood pressure and heart rate.
Everything You Need To Know About - Bread
The problem is not bread itself, but the TYPE and AMOUNT of bread that can be harmful to health and lead to unwanted weight gain. Having a solid understanding of what bread is best can help you include it as part of a healthy diet. Here is everything you need to know about choosing the healthiest bread.
Planning Ahead: The Key To Success
If there’s one “secret” I have to living a healthier lifestyle, it’s the importance of planning ahead. Have you ever heard the saying “if you fail to plan, plan to fail?” I can’t stress enough how true this statement is. Here are some tips to help you perfect the art of meal planning.
Everything You Need To Know About - Nut Butters
I'm so fortunate to have clients that ask me several excellent nutrition questions daily. This blog is inspired by my clients questions and contains everything you need to know about nut butters. All of your questions are answered from "which nut butter is healthiest?", "what ingredients should I avoid?" "should I eat PB2 peanut butter instead?" "what are partially hydrogenated oils, and mono- and diglycerides?" Stay tuned for my new blog series - "Everything You Need To Know About" - I will be posting a new food topic each week!
Top Food Choices for Runners
Whether you are new to running or an avid marathon runner, the foods you eat before, during, and after exercise are crucial to optimizing your performance and recovery. These are some of the top food choices I recommend for runners and endurance athletes.
Healthy Grocery Shopping Tips
Healthy eating begins at the grocery store. If you keep good foods in your fridge and pantry, you will eat good foods! Grocery shopping can be a stressful and difficult task for many because of the endless amount of choices offered. Here are some tips to help guide you in selecting the healthiest choices:
Guide to Making Healthy Smoothies
A step-by-step guide on how to make healthy smoothies and shakes at home.
How Can I Get More Energy?
As a dietitian, one of the most frequently asked questions that I get from athletes is “how can I get more energy?”