It’s Good Food Friday! Today, I shared simple tips to build a better-for-you tailgate spread. Choose better-for-you cooking oils Opt for a better-for-you cooking oil when preparing your tailgate spread. We know that replacing saturated fat like those found in coconut oil and butter with polyunsaturated fats may help reduce…
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ABC News 4: Healthy Tailgate
Elevated Healthy Lunchables for Back to School
School is officially back in session here in Charleston. With most of my clients being working mothers, one of the number one questions I get asked this time of year is “what is a healthy lunch I can pack for my kids?”. I am breaking down my ‘build a better…
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Soy Allergy Myth Debunked
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…
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FOX Denver: Healthy Back to School Lunches and Snacks
Today on FOX Denver I shared healthy back to school meal and snacks ideas that kids will love. Tip 1: Build your healthy back to school snacks around fruits and veggies. Stuffed celery is a fun way to incorporate both! Get creative with different protein and healthy fat spreads like…
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CBS, WSPA-TV: Back to School Show
Today on the Your Carolina back to school show, I shared better for you snack and meal ideas for kids and parents! Sweet snacks: Starting with sweet snacks…. Quaker Chewy bars are a great option! They are made with 100% whole grains and ingredients like chocolate chips and raisins. They…
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ABC, Charleston: Back to School Snacks
Today on Good Food Friday, I shared better-for-you snacks to help meet your fruit, vegetable and protein needs Veggie snack for kids Veggies can be the hardest to get kids to eat. They key is to make them fun and easy. I made fries with a twist using Mann’s Sugar…
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