by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Aug 9, 2021 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
Recovery nutrition is an important part of an athlete’s sports nutrition plan, but what and how much food you eat matters. Here’s everything you need to know about eating after exercise. Most athletes understand the purpose of eating before exercise. The nutrients...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Apr 16, 2021 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
What you eat the night before a competition can impact how you perform during your game, competition or long-distance endurance event the next day. As a sports dietitian, one of the most common questions I get asked is, “what should I eat before, during and after a...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Feb 12, 2021 | Breakfast, Sports Nutrition & Supplements, Recipes, Quick Fixes |
If you love peanut butter, you’re going to love these peanut butter protein overnight oats! Make them in advance so you have a quick, no-cook breakfast or protein-packed snack during the day. Disclaimer: I’m thrilled to partner with Pure Choice Whey, a...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Feb 7, 2021 | Healthy Living, Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements, Child/Teen Nutrition |
Orthorexia is form of disordered eating characterized by an obsessive focus to eat only foods believed to promote optimal health, but it’s anything but healthy. When I first opened my private practice, it never once crossed my mind that I’d one day be considered a...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Nov 25, 2020 | Sports Nutrition & Supplements, Recipes, Healthier Treats |
These fig newtons are the homemade version of the classic cookie with a chewy fig filling that you can buy at the store. Enjoy one as a sweet treat, or eat a few for a quick pre-exercise or post-exercise recovery snack. Disclosure: This post contains some affiliate...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Nov 13, 2020 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements, Nutrition |
Spreading protein intake evenly throughout the day supports muscle protein synthesis and helps you stay full between meals. Here’s some quick and easy snack ideas with 25-30 grams of protein each. Protein-rich foods plays an important role in your daily diet. They...
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.