by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | May 21, 2016 | Articles, Nutrition
Kale is packed full of powerful antioxidants such as beta-carotene and flavonoids and it even provides some calcium. Check out these delicious ways to enjoy this green leafy vegetable. Health food fads frequently come and go, but some health promoting foods will be...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | May 12, 2016 | Articles, Nutrition
Potassium is an essential nutrient that has a wide range of roles in the body. To make sure you get enough eat day, incorporate a variety of these potassium rich foods each day. If you’ve ever complained of muscle cramps, you may have been told to eat a banana. Know...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Feb 9, 2016 | Articles, Nutrition
Dark chocolate contains flavonoids that offer more than just a sweet treat. Studies show that it can play a positive role on heart health, weight management, diabetes and stress levels. For 65 years, every Valentine’s Day, my great-grandpa bought his wife a big,...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Oct 2, 2015 | Articles, Nutrition
I visited an almond orchard for a first-hand look into everything almonds. From planting, growing, hulling and shelling to processing, packaging and quality control – here’s a look into how almonds go from farm to table. I love visiting farms. Seeing first-hand how...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Jul 30, 2015 | Healthy Living, Breakfast, Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements, Nutrition
Eating breakfast comes with big benefits. Whether you are eating at home, or on-the-go, these healthy breakfast ideas make eating like a champion, easy. I’m a morning person. For years, I would wake up early, run, shower and have a cup of coffee, all before my kids...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Jun 14, 2015 | Healthy Living, Articles, Nutrition
Don’t be fooled by these five healthy sounding foods that actually don’t offer much nutrition at all. There are many reasons to eat food. Not all of them have to do with health. Sometimes, a delicious piece of chocolate cake is just what the doctor...
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.