Eating for two during pregnancy - do you really need to double your intake and can you eat whatever you want? Find out as I bust these myths and give you the facts on healthy pregnancy nutrition. I am starting a new series called "Myth Monday". There seems to be so much misinformation out there […]
15 Ways to Reduce Food Waste
It's Earth Day! Earth Day is all about protecting the environment and promoting ways to "go green." There are many things we can do each day to be more eco-friendly! To celebrate, I am highlighting 15 simple ways you can reduce food waste in your own home every day.
How to Measure Your Exercise Intensity
How to Measure Your Exercise Intensity. I break it all down for you in this guide: how much, what counts and what type you should be doing. Exercise: You love it. You hate it. You want to be in love with it but just aren't attracted to it... #thestruggleisreal I admit, sometimes I absolutely love […]
Cheesy Chicken and Asparagus Stromboli
This Cheesy Chicken & Roasted Asparagus Stromboli is a fresh and healthier take on a classic! Roasted asparagus stars in this dish, which is sure to please the whole family. As I posted earlier, we have been on a bit of an asparagus kick at my house lately. We love it! But as much as […]
Feeding Your One Year Old
I recently had a great nutrition question asked by one of my readers and I thought I'd share it with ya'll as I assume many of you might have the same question. I am always willing to answer any nutrition related questions you may have, so feel free to ask me! "Hi Dietitian Brittany! I […]
25+ Healthy Strawberry Recipes!
If don't know me, I'll just let you know right now that strawberries are my absolute favorite fruit. Those juicy sweet berries that taste great by themselves, blended into a smoothie, or mixed with greens in a salad. Ahh, strawberry recipes...I could go on... Back to reality. Nowadays I do not eat this favorite fruit […]
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette Dressing: Crisp spinach leaves and sweet strawberries topped with a tangy strawberry vinaigrette. Spring has sprung and it is salad season! I love salads all year long, but once spring comes and the gardens are planted I just can't help but want MORE fresh salads! A regular visitor at […]
Portion Size Guide: Practical Ways to Build a Satisfying Meal
How much rice belongs on your plate? Is the serving size on the cereal box the amount you should eat? And do you really need to measure your peanut butter every morning? Portions can be useful information. They do not need to become another food rule. As a registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and […]
Healthy "Ice Cream" Sandwiches
These Healthy "Ice Cream" Sandwiches have only 3 ingredients! It's a super easy and healthy snack for kids. Dietitian and kid approved! I think kids have an inherent hearing system specifically designed to work against parents. For example, they can hear an ice cream truck coming from a mile away, but if you are standing […]
One Small Change
As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist I get asked on a daily basis, “What can I do to be healthier?” This seemingly simple question can have many answers, some long and some short, some complex and some straightforward, yet each unique to the individual asking it. With March being National Nutrition Month and this year's theme […]
Oven Roasted Lemon Asparagus
Easy & healthy Oven Roasted Lemon Asparagus. Fresh asparagus combined with zesty lemon all roasted together makes this a must-have side dish for any occasion! I absolutely love the spring time. First off, the weather warms up! Don't get me wrong, living in Utah I love the snow - but I definitely love me some […]
Blueberry Coconut Oatmeal
This healthy Blueberry Coconut Oatmeal is a perfect blend of sweetness and heartiness to please your taste buds! Confession: I eat oats nearly every day. I love them...okay, I am obsessed with them! I love how you can eat them in so many different ways - the traditional oatmeal in the mornings, in a smoothie or yogurt parfait, […]
10 Ancient Grains: A Dietitian’s Guide to Choosing and Using Them
Discover 10 ancient grains, which are gluten-free, and practical ways to choose, cook, and enjoy them in balanced meals.
Healthy Peanut-Free Snacks
Recipe Round-Up! Healthy Peanut-Free Snacks As a mom of a child with a previous peanut allergy I became pretty good at finding snacks for my son (and the whole family) that were peanut-free. I'll admit though, it can be challenging at times - especially when I saw a bunch of yummy peanut or peanut butter […]
Winter Race: Dogtown Half Marathon
My 2015 "Winter" Race Another one in the books! A week ago yesterday I ran the Dogtown Half Marathon in St. George, Utah. It was a beautiful day, perfect for running. The morning started out a little crisp, but I warmed up quickly once I started running. The course was slightly hilly, though mostly on […]
Tomato Avocado Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Simple, yet delicious, this Tomato Avocado Grilled Cheese Sandwich will satisfy your lunch-time craving in a nutritious way! Today was the kind of day when I wanted something quick and easy for lunch. You know, when you don't want to spend forever in the kitchen because you have a bunch of other things to check off […]
Blender Banana Nut Oat Muffins
These healthy gluten- and oil-free blender banana nut oat muffins are the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and delicious! OH. MY. I can tell these muffins are going to be a regular at my house! I am a huge muffin lover. I would eat one every day if I could (and sometimes I do!). If […]
Healthy Buffalo Chicken Wraps
These Healthy Buffalo Chicken Wraps are great alternative to fast food crispy chicken wraps! Make your own at home for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. Let me just tell you, this is my new favorite recipe. I usually am not a huge fan of hot and spicy foods and blue cheese dressing, but […]
How to Support Your Metabolism Naturally: 10 Dietitian Tips
Support your metabolism naturally with 10 practical dietitian tips for strength, movement, meals, hydration, and sleep, plus common myths to skip.
Tomatoes: Fresh vs. Canned
" This post is a continuation of my previous post on how to substitute fresh ingredients for canned. How many recipes do you have that call for canned tomatoes? I know there are quite a few in my recipe collection. In today's post I'm going to share how to take heart healthy tomatoes right from the […]
How to Cook with Dried Beans + Bonus Recipe!
Have dried beans but don't know how to use them? This guide will show you how to cook with dried beans and even shares a recipe for slow cooker spicy black bean soup! Today's post is a continuation from my previous post on how to use more whole foods in your diet and less processed […]
Fiber Facts: Benefits, Food Sources, and Easy Ways to Get More
Learn what fiber does, how much you need, and simple ways to add fiber-rich foods for digestion and blood sugar support.
How to Subsitute Fresh Ingredients for Canned
To help you add more whole foods to your diet, I've compiled some recipe links and tips to substitute fresh ingredients when the recipe calls for canned. I know many of us love easy recipes where you can just open up a few cans, mix 'em together with some seasonings, maybe add some rice or […]
5 Exercises You Can Do at Your Desk
According to a 2012 study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, women who spend four to seven hours a day sitting at work are more likely to show early signs of Type 2 diabetes. What's more, spending a few hours a week at the gym or otherwise engaged in moderate or vigorous activity doesn't seem […]
Fad Diet Warning Signs
Fad Diet Warning Signs: When to throw out the health caution flags and push on the nutrition breaks. With the plethora of diet information available today it is hard to know which advice is actually worth following. Many make miracle claims or promising health benefits that are hard to resist. Some fad diets really just don't work […]
10 Tips to Beat Mindless Eating
I have come up with 10 tips to overcome mindless eating. Check it out to see what you can do to become a more mindful eater! When you're starving do you eat so fast that you usually end up feeling sick afterwards from eating too much? Or do you often eat while watching TV, and before you know it, that […]
Diet for Life
Diet for life? You must be thinking I am crazy right now...who would want to be on a diet for life??? That sounds miserable. Bland foods, small portions, and worst of all NO chocolate. Starving yourself and not enjoying anything you eat - this is typically what most people think of when they hear the word diet. […]
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