by Dina R. D'Alessandro, RDN | Dec 2, 2024
Explore the versatility of root vegetables this December. Learn about their nutritional benefits, seasonal availability, and budget-friendly recipes to warm up your winter meals. As winter settles in, it’s time to embrace the bounty of seasonal produce, especially...
by Dina R. D'Alessandro, RDN | Apr 24, 2018
Explore the top vegetarian-friendly protein sources and learn delicious ways to incorporate them into your meals. A recent market study found that American meat consumption has decreased 19% since 2004.1 Perhaps that’s because reducing intake of meat has been...
by Dina R. D'Alessandro, RDN | Mar 1, 2018
Improve your cardiovascular wellness, learn about nutritious choices, and get tips for a heart-healthy diet. Did you know February was American Heart Health Month and March is National Nutrition Month? With cardiovascular disease continuing to be the leading cause of...
by Dina R. D'Alessandro, RDN | Jan 2, 2018
Nourishing your body through nutrient-rich choices that are good for both you and the planet. There’s no escaping the “New Year, New You” phenomenon that happens every January. From productivity gurus talking about resolutions and goals to the...
by Dina R. D'Alessandro, RDN | Sep 5, 2017
Learn how to cultivate a positive relationship with food and simple tips to enjoy meals to boost your happiness. With the summer heat coming to a close and the cool autumn breeze fast approaching, it is important for us not to become stagnant in our healthful habits....
by Dina R. D'Alessandro, RDN | Jun 20, 2017
Learning how to shop for local produce at the farmers markets may seem a little daunting at first, but once you learn how it becomes autopilot. Farmers market season is almost in full swing again! While many farmers markets are open year-round, truly the best time to...