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Nov 05 2019 
Why is Protein Important?
“Macros”. Ever heard of it? What does it mean? Macros is short for macronutrients. Macronutrients are the main nutrients that make up the foods we eat. There are 3 macronutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. So when you hear people say they “count their macros” what they are saying is that they are counting the number […]
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Oct 20 2019 
All About Fats (The Good and the Bad)
By: Shaylyn Tinari, MS, RD, LDN
I’m sure by now you have heard the term “healthy fats” but what does that really mean? Let’s start with the basics. Fats do not make you fat. Any food consumed in excess can make you gain weight. Fats are a type of macronutrient. Macronutrients are the main nutrients that […]
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Oct 11 2019 
5 Foods to Incorporate into Your Fall Diet
Did you know recent research provides evidence that eating 10 servings of fruits and vegetables per day is best in preventing chronic diseases and premature mortality? In 2015, 12% of adults in the U.S. met the fruit recommendation and only 9% met the vegetable recommendation.
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Sep 01 2019 
Back to School Snacks for the Whole Family
It is that time of year again! The end of summer, time to go back to school. One of the hardest parts about getting back to school can be establishing a new routine. Buying back to school supplies, getting to bed on time, waking up earlier, and figuring out what to pack for lunches are […]
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Aug 13 2019 
Meal Plan Like A Dietitian
By: Shaylyn Tinari, MS, RD, LDN
Meal planning may seem like a daunting task. What do I eat? How much do I eat? When do I prep? How
much should I prep?First step, take a deep breath. Meal planning does not have to be difficult. As a
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Jul 01 2019 
Benefits of Fiber
By: Shaylyn Tinari, MS, RD, LDN
Let’s be honest, carbohydrates have a bad reputation. The south beach diet, Atkins diet, no-carb, low carb, keto, are just a few to name that put an emphasis around cutting out or limiting carbohydrates. Did you know that there are healthy parts to carbohydrates?Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that […]
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Dec 29 2018 
How to Get “Back on Track” and Stay on Track
1.Understand that learning how to eat healthy is a process. It takes time and practice to overcome a lifetime of poor food habits. You can’t expect to something you’ve done over years to change in a week, but you can chip away at it little by little. Most of us eat 3 meals a day […]
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Dec 28 2018 
SHOP: A Dietitian’s Favorite Things
Check out our corporate dietitian, Shaylyn Lynch’s top picks of her favorite food and kitchen products.
Banza Products
Seeds of Change Brown Rice/Quinoa
TriscuitsSiggi’s Vanilla Yogurt
Rx bars
Frozen Vegetables (any brand)
Edamame Hummus
Canned black beans and garbanzo beans
Alexa sweet potato friesKellogg’s Bran Buds
21 whole grains and seeds Dave’s Killer Bread
Reusable water bottle for tracking intake
Dishwand – easy for washing pots […]
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Nov 20 2018 
Oxygen Beet & Turmeric Smoothie
Benefits of Beets
Lowers blood pressure- Nitrates found in beets (and other plants like greens and rhubarb) have been studied to increase blood flow and oxygen to the body. When nitrates get converted into nitric oxide, it tells your blood vessels to dilate and improves blood flow.
Improves cognitive function – Beet juice can also help increase […]
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May 23 2018 Chipotle Healthy Restaurant Guide in Philadelphia
The best option here by a landslide is the salad at just 10 calories. The runner-up would be the tacos since it’s the second lowest in calories and carbohydrates.
Brown Rice
10 cals I 2 g carbs3 Hard Taco Shells
200 cals I 29 g carbs3 Soft Flour Tortillas
250 cals I 40 g carbsBrown Rice
210 cals I 36 […]
