Tag Archives: Adolescents
What’s an RD anyway?
Happy Registered Dietitian Day!!! What, you haven’t heard? Probably not. It doesn’t quite have the same ring as “Pi Day”, but yes, today is the day to celebrate the RD profession. That brings me to an important point…What exactly does … Continue reading
Filed under National Nutrition Month, Special Conditions
National Nutrition Month: Get Your Plate in Shape!
Today marks day one of National Nutrition Month. Although it may not get as much attention as some of the other months out there, it’s becoming a little more well known. Maybe. Well, at least us RDs like to think … Continue reading
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Crockpot Red Beans + Baby Brezza Giveaway Winner!
Happy Mardi Gras, ya’ll! Before I get to my recipe, I have to announce the winner of the Baby Brezza Giveaway. Congrats to #2 Erin @ Wholesome RD! You’re going to love it…I’ll be mailing the machine out this week. … Continue reading
Protecting Little Hearts
February is American Heart Month. Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States? I think we can all think of someone we know that has died from some type of heart disease … Continue reading
Filed under Dietary Guidelines, Nutrition, Obesity, Parenting, Special Conditions
Raising Vegetarian Kids
Hi everyone! Work has been so busy lately, so sorry for my lack of posting. If any dietitians are looking for a job in New Orleans, Children’s Hospital is hiring! I decided to dedicate this post to people that want … Continue reading
Filed under Nutrition, Special Conditions
The Buzz on Vitamin D
Hi everyone! It’s almost the weekend, and that makes me happy . So far my week has been pretty good. We’ve been sticking to our menu plan for the most part, but we did get a nice surprise one night. … Continue reading
Filed under Nutrition, Outdoors, Special Conditions
Bulk Up Your Child’s Diet!
How was your Labor Day? I was very happy to have the day off, but our weekend was a bit wet with Tropical Storm Lee. Thank God we didn’t have too much rain though, because we were able to work … Continue reading
Filed under Dietary Guidelines, Grocery, Nutrition, Obesity, Special Conditions
What is gluten, anyway?
I must apologize for slacking on my blogging. This week I have been suffering with what I have diagnosed as a sinus infection. I’ve been miserable. On a good note, I must brag about my little one and his potty … Continue reading
Filed under Nutrition, Special Conditions
Tackling Lactose Intolerance
While many people think that lactose intolerance is the same as an allergy, it’s not. Lactose intolerance does not involve the immune system, while a milk allergy does. So what exactly is lactose intolerance? When “normal” individuals eat or drink … Continue reading
Filed under Nutrition, Special Conditions
Kiddos in the Kitchen
I hope everyone had a great weekend! Ours went well. On Saturday, we ate lunch at Olive Garden where we shared a pizza and enjoyed the salad . We also got some spinach and artichoke dip, which unfortunately left me … Continue reading
