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Lighten Up the Holiday Treats
Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - December 12, 2023Festivities around the Christmas holiday usually leads to higher sugar consumption compared to other times of the year. It’s normal to consume more non-nutrient foods and indulge in beverages more than our normal pattern. In fact, one study done in 2020 found that average weight gain of adults were 1-2 pounds during Thanksgiving to […]
Read MoreFive Easy & Fun Fall Snack Ideas
Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - October 31, 2023Snacks are a good way to manage hunger levels across the day. Having a protein and complex (good) carbohydrate combination is optimal to feel full and satiated. And because it’s Fall, why not enjoy the classic Fall flavors of apple and pumpkin. As a dietitian, these foods are valuable and great sources of […]
Read MoreA Diet Rich in Fall Vegetables
Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - October 3, 20235 Ways to Add More Fall Vegetables Into Your Diet Help to feel your best is guided by the food you eat. As we glide through the seasons to Fall, it comes with some foods that are at their peak. We think of red and orange tied to pumpkins and apples. But there are more […]
Read MoreSummer Picnics
Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - August 7, 2023August is a month to soak up the sun and continue to enjoy the outdoors. It’s also still part of outdoor picnic season! If it’s a hot day, an evening picnic might be more of the comfortable time to dine. Whether it’s a neighborhood park, while you’re camping or your backyard, it can be a […]
Read MoreBeat the Heat with Hydration
Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - July 10, 2023As we move through the summer months, often times we keep up a lot of activities. And during those times, we may not be thinking about keeping up with daily hydration. First, let’s talk about some facts. Water helps our body regulate our own temperature as well as other functions like lubricating joints, getting rid […]
Read MoreThe Sunshine Vitamin
Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - June 12, 2023Vitamin D is often called the sunshine vitamin as we need it produce it in our bodies with the help of the sun. As we can start to go outdoors more with the summer months, we start to gain some of the benefits. People need Vitamin D from both nature and food. When our […]
Read MoreFoods That Can Boost Your Mood
Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - May 22, 2023Nearly 1 in 5 U.S adults experienced a mental health condition in 2020. It’s on the rise for young adults with an estimated 31% of those between ages 18 and 25. Since a mental health diagnosis may impact an individual’s daily life, it’s often wondered the link between nutrition and mood. There have […]
Read MoreMake a Fresh Start with Spring Foods
Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - April 10, 2023Seasonal produce will depend on the area because of climate and growing conditions. It all depends on the food, when and where they harvest that food. Nutritional values are generally the same across frozen, fresh or canned fruits and vegetables. Seasonal Produce Guide Make a goal of picking one seasonal fruit and one […]
Read MoreMarch is National Nutrition Month
Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - March 6, 2023I really like themes for my blogs because each it helps bring different aspect of nutrition to life. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics announces its annual theme in March, and this year is Fuel for the Future. This combines both food as fuel and also highlights the environmental aspects of nutrition. […]
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