by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Nov 29, 2016 | Articles, Nutrition |
Avocados are a plant-based food filled with loads of good stuff. Learn the nutritional benefits beyond their healthy fats, as well as how to choose, keep and prepare avocados. Avocados: the fruit with fat? That’s right! Avocados are not your average fruit. By...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Nov 20, 2016 | Healthy Living, Articles, Nutrition, Holiday Tips |
Thanksgiving is a perfect time to reflect on everything you have to be thankful for. This holiday, be sure to count blessings not calories. A Thanksgiving meal can easily range from 2,000-4,000 calories, depending on how many second helpings and sweets you include. ...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Nov 12, 2016 | Recipes, Soups, Stews & Salads |
This hearty wedding soup is packed with 34 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber per serving, making it a nutritious, flavorful meal for home or on the go. Winter is coming and that means soup time in my house. One of my absolute favorite soup’s is wedding soup. I...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Oct 20, 2016 | Articles, Nutrition |
Prunes, AKA dried plums, are an affordable, portable and nutritous fruit that is available year round. This post shares how they support GI health, bone health and the other nutrition and health benefits they offer. Plus, delicious ways to eat them. What’s the...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Oct 19, 2016 | Articles, Nutrition |
Shiitake mushrooms contain a variety of nutrients and bioactive compounds that may support your health – and their unique taste adds loads of flavor to your recipes. When most people hear the word fungi, it doesn’t exactly make their mouths water. Shiitake mushrooms,...
Hi, I’m Heather – a registered dietitian, busy mom, consultant, adventure junkie and travel addict who has mastered living healthy on the go. My blog is where I share simple recipes and healthy living tips to help and inspire others to live their best life.