by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Aug 22, 2017 | Healthy Living, Articles, Nutrition |
Bananas are a delicious and portable performance food that have a variety of nutrition and health benefits. Learn how to select, store and enjoy this popular super fruit. August is coming to a close, and with that comes back-to-school and back to school sports. It...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Aug 15, 2017 | Articles, Nutrition |
Watermelon is a perfect cool and refreshing sweet treat that also packs in loads of nutrition. Learn all of the health benefits this fruit has to offer, plus how to select, store and enjoy this nutrient-rich fruit. With temperatures souring, I can’t think of a better...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Aug 2, 2017 | Recipes, Condiments, Dips & Dressings |
This creamy, lower-calorie homemade ranch dressing is the perfect way to dress up your salad or raw vegetables. Do you categorize ranch dressing as an unhealthy food? Many of my clients tell me that they avoid using ranch dressing because it’s so high in calories;...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Jul 20, 2017 | Recipes, Vegetables & Side Dishes |
Sautéed spinach and mushrooms are a flavorful vegetable side dish and pair great with beef, chiken, beans and tofu. Plus, any extras can be added to an omelet, a sandwich or put on your on pizza. Growing up, I never ate mushrooms or spinach. It wasn’t because I...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Jul 5, 2017 | Recipes, Dinner |
This simple six-ingredient lasagna is modified from traditional recipes to be lower in calories and fat while being high in protein. It makes a quick and delicious meal for busy nights and it tastes great reheated. Lasagna is one of those classic Italian dishes that...