It is impossible to go to the grocery store without seeing milk alternatives. Lactose intolerance, food sensitivities, and increased consumer demand have led to a rise in the availability of non-dairy beverages. With the growing popularity of milk alternatives, the choices can seem overwhelming. Here is a breakdown of the most popular milk alternatives, how […]
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This post is sponsored by Soy Connection. As a dietitian, I see many clients who choose to avoid soy because they believe/ suspect they may be allergic. While soy is listed among the “big 8” major food allergens, recent surveys suggest that prevalence of soy allergies is the lowest in both children and adults. I […]
This post is sponsored by Soy Connection. As a registered dietitian, I am so excited to see a shift toward a more plant-based way of eating. Embracing more food from the earth is not only good for our health but for the environment as well. While most of us think of fruits and vegetables when […]
What is so good about grains? Grain foods are the foods we love that love us back. Whole grains and enriched grains provide key nutrients in the American diet, including fiber, folate, iron, thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, zinc and vitamin B6. Should I cut carbs? Cutting carbs is one of the biggest nutritional myths. The truth […]