Nutrition Tips from a Registered Dietitian - fANNEtastic food Blog https://www.fannetasticfood.com/category/nutrition/ A healthy lifestyle and recipe blog written by a Registered Dietitian Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:39:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Boosting your health with prebiotics and probiotics https://www.fannetasticfood.com/guide-to-prebiotics-probiotics/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/guide-to-prebiotics-probiotics/#comments Fri, 22 Mar 2024 09:49:00 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=95849 oatmeal in a bowl with banana and oatsWith all the buzz surrounding fermented foods recently, most people probably know that there are “good” bacteria out in the world that can benefit your health, like prebiotics and probiotics....]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/guide-to-prebiotics-probiotics/feed/ 5 The Best Way to Carve a Chicken (No Fancy Equipment Needed!) https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-carve-a-chicken/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-carve-a-chicken/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2023 09:46:02 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=85784 Based on how many chicken recipes I have on my site, it should come as no surprise that I love using rotisserie chicken to save time when making healthy meals....]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-carve-a-chicken/feed/ 3 How to Cook Frozen Broccoli (+ Recipe Ideas!) https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-roast-frozen-broccoli/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-roast-frozen-broccoli/#comments Sat, 14 Jan 2023 20:20:03 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=71009 roasted broccoli on a plate with lemonsNot sure what to do with that broccoli in your freezer? Here’s how to cook frozen broccoli (straight from frozen, no defrosting necessary) for a perfect veggie side dish! Frozen...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-roast-frozen-broccoli/feed/ 2 Blue Apron vs. Hello Fresh vs. Sunbasket https://www.fannetasticfood.com/blue-apron-vs-hellofresh-vs-sun-basket/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/blue-apron-vs-hellofresh-vs-sun-basket/#comments Thu, 22 Dec 2022 15:39:27 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=52834 Wondering how some of the most popular meal kit services compare, specifically Blue Apron vs. Hello Fresh vs. Sunbasket? Here is my full review outlining which subscription service I think...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/blue-apron-vs-hellofresh-vs-sun-basket/feed/ 69 How To Make Oatmeal Taste Better (and More Filling!) https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-make-oatmeal-more-tasty-filling-satisfying/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-make-oatmeal-more-tasty-filling-satisfying/#comments Tue, 13 Sep 2022 13:40:55 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=35306 how to make oatmeal taste goodDid you know that all oatmeal is not created equal? There are some easy ways to make oatmeal taste better (and keep you full longer!). Done right, oatmeal can be...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-make-oatmeal-more-tasty-filling-satisfying/feed/ 53 How to Make a Quick Healthy Weeknight Dinner https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-make-a-quick-healthy-weeknight-dinner/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-make-a-quick-healthy-weeknight-dinner/#comments Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:35:37 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=24352 Looking for some quick and healthy dinner ideas for when you don’t feel like cooking? I’ve got you covered. You know the drill – it’s late. You’re tired. You don’t...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-make-a-quick-healthy-weeknight-dinner/feed/ 44 How to Start a Nutrition Counseling Private Practice https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-start-a-nutrition-counseling-private-practice/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-start-a-nutrition-counseling-private-practice/#comments Sat, 19 Mar 2022 21:24:46 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=68075 how to start a nutrition counseling private practiceOver the past couple years, I’ve started getting more and more questions about how to start a nutrition counseling private practice. I started my private practice in February of 2013...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-start-a-nutrition-counseling-private-practice/feed/ 14 Health Benefits of Seafood (+ Recipe Ideas!) https://www.fannetasticfood.com/why-you-should-eat-more-seafood/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/why-you-should-eat-more-seafood/#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2021 13:00:43 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=48831 why you should eat more seafoodAs you guys already know, I am a huge fan of seafood. In addition to being extremely nutritious, fish can also make dinner really quick and easy. To celebrate National...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/why-you-should-eat-more-seafood/feed/ 15 How to Peel and Seed a Pomegranate (Easy & No Mess) https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-peel-a-pomegranate/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-peel-a-pomegranate/#comments Tue, 05 Oct 2021 10:43:24 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=79974 pomegranate seeds in a bowlWant to learn how to peel and seed a pomegranate without making a mess or losing any seeds? Here’s my favorite way to cut and de-seed a pomegranate! What’s a...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-peel-a-pomegranate/feed/ 8 Healthy Toddler Snack Ideas https://www.fannetasticfood.com/healthy-toddler-snack-ideas/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/healthy-toddler-snack-ideas/#comments Fri, 30 Apr 2021 11:20:41 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=74407 blueberries, string beans, crackers, dried chickpeasWhen Riese first started her morning preschool program, I learned quickly that packing snacks was a must! I’ve been taking pictures of her snack boxes and thought it might be...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/healthy-toddler-snack-ideas/feed/ 24 Healthy Snack Ideas for Busy People https://www.fannetasticfood.com/healthy-snack-ideas-for-busy-people/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/healthy-snack-ideas-for-busy-people/#comments Sat, 24 Apr 2021 11:02:02 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=25652 healthy snack ideas for busy peopleI haven’t shared a nutrition tips related post in a little while, so today we’re going to talk healthy snacking. I’m sharing my best healthy snack ideas for busy people,...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/healthy-snack-ideas-for-busy-people/feed/ 37 Lacto-Fermentation Guide: How to Ferment Vegetables https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-ferment-vegetables/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-ferment-vegetables/#comments Fri, 26 Mar 2021 11:06:41 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=74463 lacto-fermentation guide: fermented vegetables in mason jarsHave you ever wondered how lacto-fermentation works? I’ve got you covered! This in-depth guide will walk you through how to ferment vegetables so you can make your own deliciously-flavored veggies...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/how-to-ferment-vegetables/feed/ 40 What Time Should You Stop Eating? https://www.fannetasticfood.com/what-time-should-you-stop-eating/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/what-time-should-you-stop-eating/#comments Fri, 05 Feb 2021 12:07:12 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=71875 eating popcorn late at nightWhat time should you stop eating? If you’re reading this, chances are that you’ve asked yourself this question before. You may have heard that eating after 7 or 8 pm...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/what-time-should-you-stop-eating/feed/ 6 Foods With Omega-3 Fatty Acids (+ Why You Should Eat Them!) https://www.fannetasticfood.com/why-you-should-eat-omega-3-fats/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/why-you-should-eat-omega-3-fats/#comments Wed, 30 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=36870 foods with omega-3 fatty acidsCurious about why you should eat omega-3 fats, and which foods are rich in omega-3 fatty acids? Read on to learn more!   Why You Should Eat Omega-3 Fats guest...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/why-you-should-eat-omega-3-fats/feed/ 17 Health Benefits of Fermented Foods https://www.fannetasticfood.com/health-benefits-of-fermented-foods/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/health-benefits-of-fermented-foods/#comments Tue, 29 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=36969 health benefits of fermented foodsThis is a guest post from my friend and fellow dietitian Meme Inge all about the health benefits of fermented foods. Read on for more about why fermented foods are...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/health-benefits-of-fermented-foods/feed/ 16 Apple Omelette with White Cheddar https://www.fannetasticfood.com/apple-and-cheddar-omelet-recipe/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/apple-and-cheddar-omelet-recipe/#comments Sun, 29 Nov 2020 14:44:53 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=59548 apple cheddar omeletteCan’t decide between sweet and savory? Have both with this white cheddar apple omelette! It makes an especially great quick, healthy breakfast or post-workout refuel. Thank you to the Egg...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/apple-and-cheddar-omelet-recipe/feed/ 16 The Best Frozen Vegetables to Buy https://www.fannetasticfood.com/best-frozen-vegetables/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/best-frozen-vegetables/#comments Fri, 16 Oct 2020 11:48:42 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=72534 Sometimes, frozen veggies get a bad rap. But I’m here to set the record straight: they’re actually super nutritious and delicious! So today, I’m sharing the best frozen vegetables to...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/best-frozen-vegetables/feed/ 8 Easy Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates (Quick Running Fuel Snack) https://www.fannetasticfood.com/running-fuel-recipe-nut-butter-stuffed-salty-dates/ https://www.fannetasticfood.com/running-fuel-recipe-nut-butter-stuffed-salty-dates/#comments Fri, 02 Oct 2020 13:31:10 +0000 https://www.fannetasticfood.com/?p=41940 If you’re gearing up for a long run/marathon, or you’re just looking for a snack to fuel your weekly workouts, I want to share one of my favorite real food...]]> https://www.fannetasticfood.com/running-fuel-recipe-nut-butter-stuffed-salty-dates/feed/ 34