2022-07-06 14:00
I believe in everything in moderation. But, sometimes people make carbs out to be bad and recommend low-carb diets. So, let's address this misconception that carbs are unhealthy....First off… Read More
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Everything In Moderation
2022-06-29 14:43
In theory, the Glycemic Index sounds good. Lower glycemic index foods are supposed to cause a smaller rise in blood sugar whereas higher glycemic index foods cause a larger blood sugar… Read More
2022-06-22 13:59
You may know that I was working in an ICU when COVID-19 first hit my hometown. As a RDN & CNSC, I provided nutrition support to those patients who were on ventilators & couldn't eat… Read More
2022-06-18 12:33
I've been taking a multivitamin for years, probably starting around when I started studying nutrition in college. But, I started the search for a good quality multivitamin only about t… Read More
2022-06-15 21:00
There are multiple reasons you might want to meal plan. Planning meals in advance can help you make a grocery list. Having a meal plan can help make week nights easier. When you come home fr… Read More
2022-06-08 21:00
I will be honest. I have not always been a good eater. Even after I became interested in nutrition, my diet was not as good as it is today. Fifteen years ago (or more!), I decided to be… Read More
2022-06-04 18:32
This is a hotly debated question in the health & wellness community. Some people say that we can meet our nutrient needs through food & that taking vitamins just makes exp… Read More
2022-01-08 12:30
When I first decided to become a registered dietitian nutritionist, I thought the bulk of my job would be educating people on how to make healthier choices. But, I learned that nutrition isn… Read More
2022-01-01 21:22
One of my main goals as a dietitian isn't to get the client to lose weight. I never recommend someone make a New Year's resolution to lose 30 pounds. Instead, I encourage clients to set a go… Read More
2020-12-31 14:23
I don’t believe in making strict New Year’s Resolutions that will likely be abandoned. The main problem I see is that people use the word “never.” It’s unrealis… Read More
2020-12-04 15:36
Someone once asked me, "Is nutrition a soft science, like psychology?" There may not be a straightforward "yes" or "no" answer. So, I will warn you right now, this might be a long… Read More
2020-06-03 10:00
Have you ever noticed that the reported "superfoods" on the market are foods you've never even heard of? Who eats Sacha inchi seeds? What's maca? Where do you buy maqui berries?A lot of thes… Read More
2020-05-27 11:00
Welcome back to my series on nutrition basics. So far, I've talked about carbohydrates, protein, fat, and vitamins. Finally, it's time to talk about Minerals. Minerals Mineral… Read More
2019-08-25 14:29
Question: Hi Paula. Can foods help with yeast infections? If so, what foods? Would you be able to say why it is that these foods might help with yeast infections? Is there any research… Read More
2019-08-18 15:00
Often, schools don't have the time to teach nutrition. That's why I've been teaching Nutrition Basics in this blog series.I already talked about the Macronutrients--carbohydrates, protein, a… Read More
2019-08-04 21:00
Salmon: a source of omega-3sBy now, I think most people have heard at least something about Omega-3s, which are a type of fat. But I'm going to delve a little deeper..Omega-3s BasicsOmega-3s… Read More
2019-07-28 23:52
Every day it seems that there are new diet products on the market. Are the chemicals used in them safe?Artificial and natural no and low calorie sweeteners which are often added to these pr… Read More
2019-07-21 23:26
I've noticed many of my nutrition clients are lacking basic nutrition information. Since health classes aren't teaching the basics and many can't afford to see a dietitian, I thought I would… Read More
2018-07-01 19:23
I was recently asked about the vague topic of summertime eating. My answer is the same as for every other season: everything in moderation. Now, let's look at how this works in real life.Let… Read More
2018-05-31 22:30
For the final Mental Health Month post, I tackle aluminum...Does eating products in aluminum cans cause dementia?Maybe. There are studies that suggest people with Alzheimer&rsquo&helli…Read More
2018-05-24 22:30
This month is Mental Health Month and I’m answering questions about foods’ effect on mental health. One common question I get, especially from women, is, “Does chocolate a… Read More
2018-05-17 22:30
May is Mental Health Month and I’ve been getting questions about food’s effect on mental health, especially junk food. One common question is, “Do diet drinks af… Read More
2018-05-14 22:37
I haven’t shared an entrée recipe in a while. Sometimes I think about sharing one but worry that it detracts from the “junk food” aspect of the blog.Well, today&rsq&helli…Read More
2018-03-19 10:00
On blogs and social media, you run into a lot of different acronyms. I get a lot of questions about the letters after people's names, such as RDN, CNS, CNSC, and CDE. You mi… Read More
2018-02-04 12:51
I was invited to a potluck party to watch the big football game…at the last minute. &n&helli…Read More
2018-01-19 11:00
We've made it through almost 3 whole weeks in a new year! Time flies, doesn't it?Even though we're getting further away from the "New Year, New You" stage, I'm still hearing people talk abou… Read More
2018-01-12 11:00
photo by Toa HeftibaLast week, we discussed why it’s not necessary to follow a detox diet or a juice cleanse.But, just because it’s not necessary, that doesn’t mean you won… Read More
2018-01-05 22:18
Taken by Francesca HotchinIn the New Year, we often hear about juice cleanses and detox diets to “start the year off right” or “jumpstart weight loss” or “undo… Read More
2017-12-07 11:00
This blog usually focuses on food. But there’s so much more to health and wellness than that. As a Registered Dietitian, I recognize that and often play the role of “wellnes… Read More
2017-11-30 11:00
The rest of the year, we'll be looking at possible New Year's Resolutions or ways we can better ourselves. I don't want you to look at New Year's Resolutions in a negative light. Some p… Read More
2017-11-24 04:11
I’m always trying to better myself.The first time I remember trying to make healthier habits was when I was in seventh grade. I decided that my breakfast of toaster pastries wasn&rsquo&hell…Read More
2017-11-16 11:00
I already knew I wanted to make some sort of strawberry-swirled brownie. I chose hers for a base because I liked the portion sizes. She makes desserts for two! As in, I wouldn’t have… Read More
2017-11-09 10:00
If you missed last week's post, I reviewed Sam Turnball's new cookbook, Fuss-Free Vegan: 101 Everyday Comfort Food Favorites, Veganized. Sam and her publisher gave me permission to share one… Read More
2017-11-02 09:00
I was excited when I got my hands on Sam Turnbull’s new cookbook, Fuss-Free Vegan: 101 Everyday Comfort Food Favorites, Veganized. Sam is the blogger behind It Doesn't Taste Like Chick… Read More
2017-10-26 10:00
I’ve been having cravings lately.No, I’m not pregnant. But I am a woman and cravings are pretty typical in womanhood…not to mention, they're pretty common in stress. Anywa… Read More
2017-09-14 09:30
Six years ago, I didn’t drink coffee. I didn’t drink tea. I didn’t drink caffeinated soda. If I drank soda, it was root beer which is not usually caffeinated. But that was… Read More
2017-09-07 09:30
The Philly "Soda" Tax may be old news to non-Philadelphians. But, those who live in and near Philadelphia know that they still hear about it all the time. I hear advertisements about it… Read More
2017-08-31 10:00
You may have seen the news last week that KIND, a snack manufacturer, displayed 50,000 pounds of sugar in Times Square. The point was to show how much added sugar Americans eat. (We actually… Read More
2017-07-04 09:00
At work, we served Red, White, and Blue Cookies at our Memorial Day picnic.I was hoping they would be served again for Fourth of July. And, initially, that was the plan.I pointed out that so… Read More
2017-04-20 11:02
The term "junk food" was not something I remember defining in school and it wasn’t on the CDR exam to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. So, I asked other dietitians how… Read More
2017-04-13 11:23
I spent the past month trying to determine whether or not certain snack foods were junk foods. It made me ask myself, “What is junk food?”The thing is, we all define it different… Read More
2017-03-30 10:00
Over the past month, I’ve looked at several healthy-seeming snack foods and shown you which aren’t as healthy as you might think. Today, I have one more snack for you&helli&helli…Read More
2017-03-23 10:00
It’s National Nutrition Month and we’re looking at snacks. Which are health foods and which are junk foods?Someone asked for my opinion on this week’s product: Go Macro Bar… Read More
2017-03-19 21:59
It's National Nutrition Month! At work, I'm celebrating it with a series on MyPlate. However, I'm going to focus on junk food because, of course, I am the Junk Food Nutritionist and love to… Read More
2017-03-16 10:00
We all need a grab-and-go snack sometimes. Often, a granola bar is an easy choice because it can be eaten with one hand. It doesn't even have to be a clean hand because your hand will never… Read More
2017-03-09 11:00
A bodybuilder friend told me about “healthy,” vegan cookies by Lenny & Larry. My sweet tooth said, “I have to try them.” I soon found The Complete Co… Read More
2017-02-23 05:09
You may already know that I love my Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bakerecipe. It makes a nice, soft oatmeal bar. But I set out to make another soft oatmeal bar.I came up with this Cran-Cherry Oat Ba… Read More
2017-01-26 11:28
I was happy to see a package at my doorstep. It’s the little surprises at the end of a long day that count, right?I opened it up to find a copy of Sarah Koszyk’s new book, 365 Sn… Read More
2017-01-19 11:00
No, the mono diet isn't what you eat when you have "mono" also known as mononucleosis, the kissing disease, and Epstein-Barr. Although if you have mono, you might feel so poorly you onl… Read More
2017-01-15 12:59
On Thursday, I posted a look at my food intake to show how I get enough protein even though I’m a vegetarian.But I don't always eat animal protein. Here’s what I ate on another d… Read More
2017-01-12 11:00
A lot of times vegetarians don't get enough protein. Certainly, there are some who don't. I've heard of vegetarians who just eat white pasta or just eat potato chips. But, if you eat a varie… Read More
2017-01-08 11:00
I have a go-to no sugar added dough recipe that I use for scones and biscuits. So, when I was looking for something to serve with tomato soup, I decided to use it to make cheesy biscuits.&nb&hell…Read More
2017-01-05 11:00
A reader asked me to compare the nutrition of junk food options out there and advise readers on best to eat. So, today we’ll look at gummy candies...Gummy candies are usually mostly su… Read More
2017-01-01 12:49
Yesterday, we discussed things to think about before deciding to avoid added sugar for your New Year's Resolution. Today, I present a sample meal plan taken from my own life. Breakfast: Bana… Read More
2016-12-29 11:00
It's almost New Year's. You might be thinking about your New Year's Resolution. Maybe you want to eat healthier and cut back or avoid added sugar. I think that is a great idea any time… Read More
2016-12-25 13:35
Want to know more about me? You're in luck. I was tagged in "The Christmas Tag" where bloggers answer questions about their Christmas experience. Sylvia at ParentingDiabetes tagged me. Don't… Read More
2016-11-20 15:00
This versatile recipe can be used as oatmeal drop cookies or an oatmeal snack bar, not just as a breakfast bake. To skip to the recipe, click here. A reader requested I get back to the… Read More
2016-11-13 16:53
There are many Greek yogurt products on the market. Some are thickened by straining; some are thickened with added ingredients. Today, I will breakdown the ingredients of one flavored Greek… Read More
2016-08-28 21:10
Yes, my diet was “downgraded,” as we say in the healthcare world. I was temporarily not allowed the mechanical soft diet I was following. Instead, I was on a clear liquid diet. L… Read More
2016-08-13 16:12
A year ago, if someone had told me I was going to be living on ice cream, yogurt, and smoothies, I’d have been pretty happy. When I actually have to do it, I dread my next meal. F… Read More
2016-07-16 22:20
Intuitive eating and mindful eating are often presented together in the media but they are notthe same thing. What is intuitive eating?Intuitive eating is being aware of hunger and sati… Read More
2016-06-13 11:09
If someone told you that you might be gluten sensitive but a gluten-free diet hasn’t improved your symptoms, consider these 3 questions. 1. Have you been… Read More
2016-06-06 10:55
People with Celiac Disease need to avoid gluten, but more and more people are choosing to avoid gluten. Some claim they have Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS), while others claim that glu… Read More
2016-05-29 10:51
Intuitive eating and mindful eating are often presented together in the media but they are notthe same thing. What is intuitive eating?Intuitive eating is being aware of hunger and sati… Read More
2016-04-17 22:45
Sopes are an easy vegan, vegetarian, or omnivore dinner option from Mexico. The base is a fried masa patty, which you can top with anything you like.Corn Masa Sopes with Bean, Corn, and Onio… Read More
2016-03-20 12:08
There are a lot of people today trying to sell their services as “nutrition professionals” but what do all the different terms mean?NutritionistThe term is not regulated. Many pe… Read More
2016-03-19 13:05
I have a go-to scone recipe that I’ve been using for 8 years now. Probably every time I use it, it gets adapted.I took sugar out long ago. I’ve made it vegan. I’ve made it… Read More
2016-03-06 13:31
If you saw my diet post, you’ll see it’s possible to avoid fast food when you have a busy schedule and limited funds.I work a part-time job for minimum wage ($7.25/hr), work a fu… Read More
2016-02-14 20:38
Need a gluten-free and/or vegan treat for your Valentine? After the jump, I'll share a simple recipe for vegan peanut butter cups and chocolate-dipped cookies. If, like me, you do… Read More
2016-02-07 14:02
Take a look at the ingredients list on one of those cardboard rolls of biscuits you can buy in the refrigerated section of the store. Here’s what I see on one mainstream product’… Read More
2016-02-07 14:01
We all know that we shouldn't eat sweets all day every day, but many of us like to have something sweet once a day.If you're one of those people, baking dessert at home can help you make hea… Read More
2016-02-07 14:01
As you know, I am a fan of junk food, especially sweets. I believe that everything can be consumed in moderation. For me, that doesn't mean only having dessert once a month. For me, that mea… Read More
2016-02-07 14:01
Artificial and natural no and low calorie sweeteners can be found in a wide variety of foods. But are they safe?The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a variety of sugar su… Read More
2016-02-07 14:00
Lately, I've been seeing a lot of commercials for a reduced calorie orange "juice". So let's look more at fruit juice and fruit drinks.Fruit Juice Counts as a Serving of… Read More
2016-02-07 14:00
I'll be honest, I enjoy chocolate. And that's okay...in moderation, You've probably heard before that dark chocolate is best health-wise, milk chocolate is worse, and white chocolate i… Read More
2016-02-07 13:59
By now, you’ve heard that a glass of wine a day is good for you. But, you probably also know that wine, like any alcohol has negative health effects. So, let’s sort through some… Read More
2016-02-07 13:57
By now, I think most people have heard at least something about Omega-3s. But it’s good to get some information about them from a nutritionist (not your neighbor, yoga teacher, or cat… Read More
2016-02-07 13:57
After giving a presentation on diabetes, I was asked what the “healthiest” food to eat. Answer: There is no single he… Read More
2016-02-07 13:55
Losing weight without trying sounds great, right?For many overweight and obese individuals, it sounds great. But, for me, an already healthy-weight nutritionist, it means something’s w… Read More
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