Nutrition Archives

What is Selenium and Its Benefits?

May 17, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Nutrition

Selenium may have caught your attention, as it’s one among many supplements that has been studied for its potential to treat a variety of conditions ranging from asthma and dandruff to infertility. While it’s true that our bodies need this essential to function properly, it takes very little to do … Read More

The Dangers of Yo-Yo Dieting

May 12, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Nutrition

We live in a diet culture, one in which we are constantly exposed to the “next best way to weight loss.” If you’ve toyed with trying one of these trends on for size—Keto, Vegetarian, Atkins, Whole30—or if you’re the type who just dives right in, you likely already know that … Read More

What Are Sulfites and Are They Bad for You?

Feb 15, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Nutrition

Sulfites are commonly blamed as the culprit behind wine-drinking headaches. While that hasn’t been confirmed, sulfites can be the cause of some other serious problems. These food additives have long been used to preserve freshness and are ingredients in many foods, beverages, cosmetics, and medications. They also occur naturally in … Read More

sesame allergy a close up of sesame seeds

Sesame Allergy: The 9th Most Common Food Allergy

Feb 15, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Nutrition

Food allergies are quite prevalent and affect more than 32 million people in the U.S. As a result, it’s now common practice to take precautions with common food allergens, such as wheat, peanuts, or tree nuts, to avoid a potential allergic reaction. But what about less familiar food allergens, like … Read More

Lupin Allergy: Are You At Risk?

Feb 14, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Nutrition

If you haven’t heard of lupin, the up-and-coming legume soon to reach superfood status, it’s time you were in the loop. Hardly a new player in the food arena, lupin beans, commonly called lupini beans, have nourished ancient Egyptians, Incans, and Romans and they continue to be popular in modern … Read More

oats and berries are foods that reduce bloating

Foods to Fight the Bloat: Anti-Bloat Foods

Jan 7, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Nutrition

Belly bloat often brings with it the dreaded discomfort of a mash-up of seemingly relentless symptoms, like abdominal pressure and pain, distended abdomen, and gas. We don’t like to talk about it, but it’s actually very common in otherwise healthy individuals. In fact, nearly 10 to 25 percent of people … Read More

Can You Build a Tolerance to Caffeine? What To Do If You Drink Too Much Caffeine

Jan 7, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Nutrition

Many of us get a caffeine fix each day, either through a morning coffee jolt, a revitalizing cup of tea in the afternoon, or through any number of the usual suspects—soda, energy drinks, chocolate. The question is, do we NEED it to get us through an otherwise groggy morning, to … Read More

The Best Vegan Protein Sources: Mycoprotein, Seeds & More

Nov 29, 2021 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Nutrition

Protein has been the buzzword in every food conversation for a few years now. As more and more people are trying on a plant-based eating pattern, the demand for vegan protein sources has never been higher. If the thought sounds less than exciting, or you’re looking to venture beyond tofu … Read More

Milk Alternatives: A Comparison of Non-Dairy Milk Options

Nov 29, 2021 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Nutrition

What was once a simple decision between whole, low-fat, or skim milk, the list of choices now has a variety so vast, it’s dizzying. Whether made from nuts, seeds, legumes, or grains, plant-based milk has skyrocketed in popularity. Cow’s milk still tops retail sales, but nondairy “milk” brought in nearly … Read More

Is Fructose Bad for You?

Nov 2, 2021 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Nutrition

Sugar is not so sweet in the health and wellness world, now more than ever. Its bad reputation stems from research on added sugars, fructose in particular, in foods and beverages, linking it with chronic illness and disease, such as heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. But even so, … Read More

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