by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Dec 6, 2016 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
Many nutrients support immune health and recovery in athletes, but recent research has looked at the role of carbohydrates and quercetin on immune health. Here’s what the research shows and how to incorporate them into your training plan. Immune health is a hot...
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...
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.