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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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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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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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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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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.…
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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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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…