Guest Blogging for Chef Tini!
8 Tips to Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle is now up on Chef Tini’s page. Read it and learn how to make realistic and sustainable goals!
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Wine or a Brownie?
As a Registered Dietitian I am constantly asked questions about nutrition and I think many of you probably share similar questions so here is the latest one: “What is a better cheat day choice? A glass of wine or a brownie?” First things first, I don’t believe in cheat days. I think every day you …
Tip of the Month: August 2016
August is one of the hottest months so hydration is important! Stay hydrated with water or foods with a high water content like watermelon, lettuce, yogurt, and citrus fruits. Not sure if you are drinking enough? Check the color of your urine. If it is dark yellow or brown then you are dehydrated and need …
Kiwi & Tomato Salsa
Serves 2 Ingredients 1 kiwi, peeled and chopped 1 large roma tomato, chopped 1 tbsp. chopped red onion 1 tbsp. chopped cilantro 1 tbsp. olive oil 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice Directions Mix all ingredients together, seal tightly and set in refrigerator for 1 hour to let flavors marinate. Serve …
Low Fat Spinach, Kale, & Artichoke Dip
Makes about 20 servings Ingredients: 2 cups chopped spinach, fresh/frozen 2 cups chopped kale, fresh/frozen 2 (13.75 oz.) cans of artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1/2 cup low fat sour cream 1/2 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt 1/4 cup light mayonnaise 1 cup part skim mozzarella cheese, shredded 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded 20 garlic …
Vegan Dark Chocolate Mousse
This is a simple vegan & deliciously rich recipe; the ingredients will shock you because the taste is incredible! Here’s the recipe😆: – 1 large ripe avocado – 1/2 cup agave nectar syrup – 1/2 cup cocoa powder – 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Blend in a food processor until smooth, refrigerate, and top with fruit …
Vitamin D Supplementation & Weight Loss
Earlier this week I was asked to shed some light on a new study about Vitamin D supplementation and weight loss. This was my response: “Think of it like being sick and trying to complete a college paper. Since you’re coughing, sneezing and feeling groggy, the amount of time you spend trying to accomplish the …
Reading in Between the Lines of the Nutrition Facts Label
KIND bars are making headlines for their not so healthy health claims. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires foods to have less than 3g of Total Fat, less than 1g of Saturated Fat, and 0g Trans Fat in order for the product to be labeled “healthy”. Just like the FDA, Registered Dietitians have their …
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Dining Smarter
Vegetable Fajita When dining out to eat we are often tempted by the mouthwatering menu and are quick to make decisions with our eyes rather than our minds. The weekend might be a difficult time for you to stay on your diet plan. During the week we have a schedule, but on the weekend it’s fair game, …
Success
How To Be Successful…A Little Insight Toni A. Marinucci, MS, RDN If you were to ask a group of people what their future goals are most would respond that they want to be successful in some way. The best way to predict those who will actually reach their goals versus not are those that have a …
