Category: nutrition
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Organic vs Conventional: What Your Body Really Knows
There is no need to break the bank on organic products, because at the end of the day, your body can’t tell which farming practices produced the foods you’re eating.
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Why Dietitians Are Essential for Patients Using GLP-1 Medications: The Role of Medical Nutrition Therapy in Weight Loss and Diabetes Management
By: Megan Sabo, Dietetic Intern and Graduate Student at West Chester University of PA Understanding GLP-1 Medications Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists have been found to be strong tools for weight loss when combined with lifestyle therapy and behavior change.1 They work mainly by reducing appetite, increasing satiety, and slowing gastric emptying. Clinical trials…
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A Season of Gratitude, Not Guilt: Creating a Healthy Relationship with Holiday Meals
Written by Megan Sabo, Dietetic Intern and Graduate Student at West Chester University of PA It’s Thanksgiving, and the house stirs with chatter, laughter, football, and togetherness. The savory smell of the slow-cooking turkey fills the air, someone is whisking the homemade gravy, and the table that’s been set for two days lies still, waiting…
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Tools and Behavioral Strategies That Support Habit Change
By Cami Salisbury, MS, RDN, LDN Building healthy habits that last requires more than motivation — it takes strategy.1,4Sustainable behavior change follows a simple but powerful cycle: plan, prepare, reinforce, and reflect. At the core of this process is the cue, routine, and reward loop, in which consistent repetition links a trigger (cue) to an…
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Building Better Nutrition Habits That Last
By Cami Salisbury, MS, RDN, LDN In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get pulled toward the newest diet or nutrition trend promising to help you lose weight quickly, boost performance, or even “fix” your health, but most rely on rigid rules, extreme restrictions, or cutting out entire food groups in ways that are difficult…
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Menopause and Nutrition: Supporting Your Body Through the Transition
Written by Cami Salisbury, MS, RD, LDN Menopause is a universal stage in a woman’s life, yet the experience is deeply individual. Technically, menopause refers to a single day—the point at which you’ve gone 12 consecutive months without a period. However, what most people mean when they say “menopause” is the menopause transition — a…
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Nutrition Tips for Long Distance Runners
Written by Fit with Food Dietitian Grace Duffy, RD, LDN Why is nutrition important for distance running? Distance running, or endurance exercise, requires extra nutrition attention given the high demand that it places on the body. In order to use fuel efficiently, your body relies on carbohydrates as the primary fuel for endurance activities. The…
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Protein: is it an obsession?
Written by Michael Reavis Jr., MS, RD, CSSD Protein is important, but in the modern world, is it becoming an obsession? “I need more protein; protein is the most important macro,” etc. These are sentiments that I find myself constantly addressing in my professional career. It is quite common for me to have clients who…
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Do we Recommend the Human Being Diet?
Written by Michael Reavis Jr. | Lead Dietitian A recent client asked me about the following diet and I figured this may help a number of people. The Human Being Diet, like many diets before it, focuses on whole foods, low sugar intake, restriction, fasting, and a caloric deficit—without explicitly calling it such. The Pros…
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How Hydrating Foods Can Help You Stay on Track with Your Daily Water Goals
Written by Fit with Food’s Lead Dietitian Michael Reavis Jr. When we think about staying hydrated, we often focus solely on drinking water. However, many fruits and vegetables are packed with water and can help us reach our hydration targets without requiring us to sip on endless glasses of water. In this post, we’ll explore…
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Youth Athlete Nutrition
Written By Regin Smith | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians Proper nutrition is very important for adolescents, especially those who are participating in sports or any sort of physical activity. In addition, when it comes to nutrition, it is also important to create a positive rhetoric around the topic to foster a healthy relationship…
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The Carnivore Diet
Written by Regin Smith | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians Over the past couple of years, the carnivore diet has been gaining popularity across social media. However, there are many health concerns that may be related to the consumption of this diet. What is the carnivore diet? The carnivore diet is a type of…
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Nutrition for Pregnant Athletes
Written by Regin Smith | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians When it comes to pregnancy, there are a lot of adjustments that need to be made to one’s lifestyle, especially for those that live an active lifestyle. Understanding how to tailor your nutrient needs during this time is crucial to maintain a healthy pregnancy…
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Athlete’s Gut Microbiome
Written by Regin Smith | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians The gut microbiome has become an increasingly popular topic in nutrition and mainstream media over the years. The gut microbiome is an important part in your overall health and well-being, and for athletes, it plays a large role in their performance. What is the…
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Micronutrients for Female Athletes
Written by Regin Smith | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians When it comes to an athlete’s dietary needs, they commonly need more than the general population. This is true especially when it comes to micronutrients. Micronutrients are the vitamins and minerals your body needs for growth and development, and are an essential part of…
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Plant Protein vs Animal Protein: is one better?
Written by Regin Smith Plant based eating has become increasingly popular throughout the years, and as it gains popularity, it also poses a lot of questions. A lot of athletes may be asking themselves “Can I still gain muscle while eating plant based?” The answer is yes! Although it may take a little extra effort…
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College Grocery Guide + Recipes
Written by Regin Smith | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians Grocery shopping can be a daunting task for college students, especially when you don’t know where to start. With a little bit of planning, you can pick healthy and affordable foods that fuel your body and brain. Here are some helpful tips to get…
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Navigating Menopause: How Soy Can Help
Written by Cami Salisbury | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians Navigating menopause can be a complex and challenging transition, adding to the many bodily changes women experience throughout their lives. Full disclosure, I’m still a few years away from entering that transition myself at my youthful age of 37. Nonetheless, the menopause transition occupies…
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Hydration for Youth Athletes
Written by Regin Smith With the summer months upon us, hydration is more important than ever. It is especially important for our youth athletes going into summer sports to stay hydrated on a daily basis. Hydration plays a critical role in youth athletes’ performance and safety, along with learning and setting yourself up for a…
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Filtering Self-Perception: Defining Social Media’s Influence on Body Image
Written by Sarah Clyatt | Reviewed by Fit with Food Dietitians Everyone has seen images on social media of celebrities, their peers, or just random people that lead to jealousy, whether it be a lavish vacation, fancy restaurant, or multi-million dollar home; however, the most common envy-triggering posts have been those showcasing a user’s appearance.…