Healthy Eating

Looking for healthy holiday foods? We certainly are, and this article provides some delicious holiday food swaps worth trying (plus: they are RD-approved). There’s so much to love about the holiday season: cozying up indoors, spending quality time with loved ones, and enjoying hearty holiday fare chief among them. Less joyful, however, is feeling bogged […]

Want to indulge in the holiday season’s most popular drink without the guilt? We’re breaking down three healthy eggnog recipes. Here is how to make eggnog –the healthier kind! There’s nothing like the nostalgic feeling of sipping on a glass of eggnog by the fire, surrounded by the glint twinkling lights and the intoxicating scent […]

Let’s explore why Turkey could be causing your sleepiness after the holiday meal and how you can enjoy your holiday feast while keeping energy levels steady, supplement- and strategy-assisted. Why Turkey Makes You Tired Why does Turkey make us tired? We’ve all been there—you’ve just finished a big holiday meal with the main event being […]

The Mediterranean diet (often referred to as the “MedDiet”) is one of the most widely recommended eating patterns by nutritionists and healthcare professionals today. Originating from countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, this diet focuses on whole, nutrient-dense foods like fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Not only is it a delicious and satisfying way […]

What is Matcha, and Why is It So Popular? Matcha is more than just a trendy drink you see on Instagram—it’s a nutrient-dense green tea powder from Japan. Unlike traditional green tea, matcha is made by finely grinding the entire leaf of shade-grown Camellia sinensis plants. This process preserves its vibrant green color and maximizes […]

Olive oil has been a staple in kitchens for centuries, celebrated for its rich flavor and numerous health benefits promoting overall wellness. Rich in polyphenols, antioxidants, and monounsaturated fats, olive oil has been referred to as “liquid gold.” As a registered dietitian, I can’t help but emphasize its importance as a part of a balanced […]

Protein has become a pretty trendy word in the health and wellness space, and for good reason. Protein is an essential nutrient, carrying out functions like building and repairing your tissues, transporting and storing oxygen and nutrients, maintaining fluid balance, and providing energy when necessary.  For women in particular, adequate protein intake is also crucial […]

It always seems like one recipe style takes over TikTok—you start seeing it pop up all over your feed, but featured in all sorts of different ways. That’s what’s going on right now with smoothie bowls, which have exploded in popularity in recent years. This once-niche health food has now become a mainstream staple in […]

We’ve all experienced bloat before—that feeling of fullness or pressure in our stomach that’s often accompanied by discomfort, swelling, and sometimes even pain. Not only is it flat-out uncomfortable, but it can also impede our ability to carry on with our day-to-day responsibilities, from work productivity to social commitments.  Here, We’re sharing a week’s worth […]

Picture this: You’re in line with your date at Chipotle, preparing to step up to the ordering counter, and you freeze. While you drool over this menu, you suddenly remember that the last time you ate here, you devoured your delicious meal only to be plagued with uncomfortable bloating and gas for the rest of […]

Summer is all about soaking up the sun and enjoying outdoor activities. However, this also brings unique challenges in maintaining feminine hygiene. From sweaty workouts to swimsuit season, maintaining a healthy vagina (even more so during the summer) requires a combination of proper hygiene, mindful lifestyle choices, and, perhaps the most overlooked, following a healthy […]

If you often experience midday hunger pangs coupled with near-debilitating bouts of fatigue, you’re in good company. What’s known as the afternoon slump is quite common, and often the result of a dip in blood sugar levels, according to Jerry Bailey, DC, LAc, certified nutritionist, acupuncturist, chiropractic, and functional medicine physician at Lakeside Holistic Health. […]