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Should You Eat Greek Yogurt?
Find out how Greek yogurt stacks up nutritionally against other types of yogurt. By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN When it comes to buying yogurt, it’s Greek for me. I LOVE the thick, creamy, tangy, not-too-sweet taste of Greek yogurt. Plus, after reading and comparing lots of food labels, Greek yogurt ... more
Read moreBlueberry Greek Yogurt Cheesecake Bites
Go ahead and indulge in this gluten-free and good-for-you dessert! Guest Post By: Sarah Savinkov, Dominican University Nutrition and Dietetics Student If you’re like me, then I’m sure you find it hard to resist a healthy treat that satisfies your sweet tooth. That’s why I created these scrumptious, gluten-free cheesecake ...
Read morePatriotic Yogurt Parfait
Grab your spoons and enjoy the fireworks nibbling on this easy, creamy Fourth of July dessert. By: Jodie Shield, RD This Fourth of July, skip the apple pie. I’ve started a new tradition in my family – light and healthy patriotic desserts. Some of my favorites are a delicious Stars ...
Read moreDIY Whole Wheat Waffles
These light, crispy waffles taste so much better then frozen toaster waffles and take only minutes to make. By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN What do you do on mornings when you have a few extra minutes to spare? Forget about hitting snooze and fire up your waffle iron. Go ahead ...
Read moreWhat is the Mediterranean Diet?
Discover why the Mediterranean Diet is the world’s healthiest way of eating and best overall diet. By: Jodie Shield, RDN, MEd Olive oil. Ripe tomatoes. Feta cheese. Red Wine. The Mediterranean Diet is anything but a diet! It’s a delicious lifestyle based on fresh ingredients and the traditional cuisine of ... more
Read moreBlueberry Crisp
Enjoy this quick and healthy blueberry crisp made with oats and a hint of cinnamon warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla gelato! By: Jodie Shield, MED, RD Remember Violet Beauregarde the gum chewing, spoiled girl in Willy Wonka? She turned into a giant blueberry because she couldn’t control ...
Read moreCan Cinnamon Decrease High Blood Pressure?
The “ground-up”truth about cinnamon’s effect on decreasing high blood pressure. Guest Post By: Shannon Stewart, Nutrition & Dietetics Student, Dominican University Cinnamon is the spice with everything nice. It tastes good, smells good, and may help lower your blood pressure, especially if you have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. According ... more
Read moreSouthern-Style Deviled Eggs
Paula Deens’s deviled eggs get a healthy makeover! By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN Decorating Easter eggs is such a thrill for kids, parents and grandparents. But after the baskets are put away, chances are you have a dozen stashed in your refrigerator. Not sure what to do with all those ...
Read moreCurried Chicken Salad
A delicious light and easy recipe from the #1 most trusted and effective diet – – the DASH Diet! By: Jodie Shield, MED, RDN What is the #1 most trusted and effective diet? According to U.S. News and World Report, it’s the DASH Diet. The health benefits of DASH, which ...
Read moreChipotle Mayonnaise
Spread the love with this spicy, smoky, healthy, and tangy condiment that uses only four ingredients! By: Jodie Shield, RDN Summer is here! Time to fire up the grill and host a barbecue with family and friends. If hamburgers are on the menu, you’ve got to try this sauce – ...
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