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Welcome to our interactive nutrition blog. Yes! You help drive the content of this blog each month by sending in nutrition-focused questions. Our registered dietitian is excited to answer questions to help guide you to living your best, healthiest life.
Your questions are reviewed each month for response and then published in this monthly blog.
We also invite you to use the search bar to find previously answered questions supporting a topic of interest. If we haven’t answered your question yet, please submit and watch the next blog post for your answer.
Ask the RD | October
A focus on some basics around healthy snacks, deciphering those Daily Values, and deconstructing the Nutrition Facts label. The dots are connected around blood sugar levels and food choices that's helpful for everyone. We also dive into the best guidance for healthy choices when eating out.
Ask the RD | July
Get insight into detouring the salt cravings, best choices for store-bought salad dressings, lowering the lentil discomfort – it's a thing, and guest expert advice on nutritional guidance for cancer patients.
Ask the RD | June
This month we explore gut health. We break down some key topics around lessening the bloat, discerning four types of yogurts, and diving into a healthy gut bacteria trio – did you know there are tiny creatures in your gut that work hard for you 24/7.
Ask the RD | February
This month we are learning that Vitamin D isn't a one-size fits all, lowering risk of osteoporosis, and diving into thoughts on the carnivore diet.
Ask the RD | January
We are covering many topics this month: how heat - like a microwave - can change the nutritional value of food, choosing the right oil for your cooking needs - not all oils are made for the same temperatures, how unhealthy are processed meats, and foods to help with cholesterol and glycemic levels.
Ask the RD | December
Let’s learn together: understanding the healthy plate in balancing your fruits and veggies - did you know peas are carbs?!, how to cut the high sugar and high fat cravings, best food choices pre- and post-exercise, and sugar substitute options.
Ask the RD | October
We've got a variety of topics covered: healthy fats, keto diet transition, managing restricted foods for health, protein intake for vegan food choices, and managing foods for weight loss.