Author: Fit with Food
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Embracing Carbs & Understanding Their Crucial Role in Your Diet
Written by Sarah C. Fit with Food intern | Reviewed by Fit with Food dietitians In recent years, carbohydrates have endured a tumultuous relationship with the health and wellness community. Often vilified and blamed for weight gain, carbs have been subject to countless misconceptions. However, amidst the debates and fad diets, the truth remains: carbohydrates…
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Grocery Shopping on a Budget
Written by Cami Salisbury | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians We all know the cost of food has been steadily increasing, and what once felt like a careless excursion to the grocery store, now requires careful consideration and planning. The burden to provide balanced and nutritious meals has left many of us feeling lost.…
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Apple Cider Vinegar: Beneficial for our health?
Written by Cami Salisbury | Reviewed by Fit with Food dietitians For years, apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been put on a pedestal in medicinal and culinary history for its countless healing benefits. I’m sure you’ve seen it advertised as a miracle elixir for everything from promoting weight loss to improving blood sugar levels, lowering…
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Importance of Hydration
Written by Cami Salisbury | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians Hydration is undeniably important. You’ve likely heard this before, but still, why is hydration important, and how do we know if we’re properly hydrated? Achieving proper hydration requires a careful balance of maintaining the body’s fluid levels at the ideal state of euhydration, or…
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Why Measurements Matter
Written by Michael Reavis Jr., MS, RD, LDN Athletes are intrinsically motivated by the desire to improve their performance and capabilities in their respective sports. Yet, when setting the goal that will lead to said improvement it is usually a singular goal: get stronger, get faster, get leaner, etc. Although these are all perfectly normal…
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Simple Lunch Ideas for Work
Written by Cami Salisbury | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians We all need to eat, no surprise there! Food is what gives us the energy to accomplish our goals for the day and provides the nutrients we need to stay strong and healthy. But with life seemingly becoming busier every day, planning meals can…
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Fiber for Healthy Gut Bacteria
Written by Maria Buxton, MS, RD, LDN Our body has an ecosystem of microorganisms living in and on us at all times. This microbiome includes both beneficial bacteria and harmful bacteria. The types of carbohydrates we eat affect the overall health of the good bacteria, especially those helpful microbes that live in our guts. One…
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Nutrition for Breastfeeding
Written by Maria Buxton MS, RD, LDN For the first 6 months of life, infants rely solely on breastmilk or infant formula for nutrition.1 If you choose to breastfeed your baby, what you eat can impact the nutritional components of your breastmilk. Breastfeeding also increases your own nutritional needs. Breastfeeding is a very energy-demanding activity!…
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Nutrition During Pregnancy
Written by Maria Buxton, MS, RD, LDN Prenatal nutrition is incredibly important as it can have a major impact on both the mother’s and baby’s health. The good news is that starting balanced nutrition choices early can make a significant difference in your health outcomes. If you’re looking for guidance on prenatal nutrition, seeking counseling…
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Weight Loss ≠ Increased Performance
Written by Michael Reavis Jr. MS, RD, LDN Summertime for athletes comes with goal setting, possibly some relaxation, and maybe even increased training without competition. Many athletes have summer leagues or summer training but nothing compared to the regular season. During summer, some athletes may have been encouraged by their coaches to lose weight in…
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Support and Nutritional Lifestyle Changes
Written by Michael Reavis Jr. MS, RD, LDN What can I do today to make any change? Where do I begin? What is the number one piece of nutrition advice you could give me to make a difference today? When working with clients these are common questions I am asked. And they are great questions.…
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Weight Loss Drugs: Are They Worth It?
Written by Michael Reavis Jr. MS, RD, LDN It has been a very interesting start to 2023 in the world of nutrition. In 2022 as RDs we saw a lot of controversy and confusion regarding supplements, new trends in diet patterns, and so much more. Yet, in 2023 we have already gone completely away from…
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Article Review: “Demystifying Diet Culture”
Written by Judy Crandall | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians Emily and Michael The term “diet culture” is thrown around often, and you probably have some sense of what it means. However, the term is broad, encompassing a range of complex concerns, and there are a variety of perspectives on the issue. How can…
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Fad diets: Why they feel great… at first.
Written by Michael Reavis Jr., MS, RD, LDN Fad diets. On a tight meal plan. Restricting. When we discuss nutrition, especially in the media, these are the titles that often get the most attention. Nutrition is constantly something that we scrutinize one another for, look to change within ourselves, and look for guidance in the…
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Getting Started with Positive and Sustainable Change
Written by Michael Reavis Jr. MS, RD, LDN I get versions of this question all the time: “So where do I start?” That is a great question, is it not? When I am working with a client I see these kind of questions as saying something like this: I have a goal, I know where…
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Be Yourself: A Nutrition Paradox
Written by Michael Reavis Jr., MS, RD, LDN I want to start this blog by making one thing apparent. This is not “research-based,” I did not run a study when making this blog. The blog is completely observational from a dietitian who is passionate about food, health, helping people feel their best, and pays attention.…
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Social Media, Body Image, and Diet
Written by Judy Crandall | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians Around 70% of Americans use some form of social media – and for good reason. Social media is entertaining, and it allows us to connect with friends, find inspiration, and learn new things. Unfortunately, social media can also be dangerous. A recent study of…
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Cleanses and Detoxes: NO MORE!
Written by Rachel Bailey | Reviewed by Emily Fultz, MS, RD, LDN Have you ever tried a gut cleanse? How’d that go for you? I am here to tell you it may not be necessary to buy another gut cleanse again in your life. This could save you money and the time you would be…
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Body Composition: The Question we Forget to Ask
Written by Michael Reavis, MS, RD, LDN Body composition, by definition in the athletic world, is considered to be the percentage of fat, muscle and bone that composes your body. Many clients and athletes’ goal is to change their body composition, almost always in favor of increasing their muscle mass and decreasing body fat. In…
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Why Diets Don’t Work
Written by Rachel Bailey • Reviewed by Emily Fultz, MS, RD, LDN I said it once and I’ll say it a million more times: Diets don’t work. This is not a new finding, but it is an important one to keep sharing. Diets are sneaky, and they have millions of people coming back for more…