Tag: sportsdietitian

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… Continue Reading “Weight Loss Drugs: Are They Worth It?”

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… Continue Reading “Getting Started with Positive and Sustainable Change”

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… Continue Reading “Body Composition: The Question we Forget to Ask”

Creatine for Athletes

Written by Jennifer Tanzi and Brooke Sadler | Reviewed by Emily Fultz, Dietitian What is Creatine? Creatine is a substance that is predominantly located within muscle cells.  Your body has the capability to produce it through amino acids, but you can also acquire it… Continue ReadingCreatine for Athletes

Meal Prepping 101

Written by Michael Reavis MS, RD, LDN and Fit with Food LLC If you have ever googled how to lose weight, if you ever went to a gym, or if you ever simply mentioned wanting to make healthier choices I am sure someone mentioned… Continue Reading “Meal Prepping 101”

Anorexia Nervosa

Written by Raina Zaman. Reviewed by Emily Fultz, MS, RD, LDN What is Anorexia Nervosa? Anorexia Nervosa (AN) is an eating disorder that surrounds a person having a distorted image of their body, which causes them to indulge in unhealthy diets that lead to… Continue Reading “Anorexia Nervosa”

Understanding Orthorexia Nervosa

Written by Raina Zaman. Reviewed by Emily Fultz, MS, RD, LDN Orthorexia nervosa (ON) is a harmful obsession a person has with eating healthy or “pure” foods and maintaining a healthy diet. ON is not driven by the desire to lose weight; it focuses… Continue Reading “Understanding Orthorexia Nervosa”

Why Nutrition and dietitians matter: Covid-19 Edition

Written by Emily Fultz, MS, RD, LDN We are certainly living in a confusing, unknowing, and scary time. Not a single one of us can turn on the tv or radio without hearing unsettling news about COVID-19 (and now here I am, taking up… Continue Reading “Why Nutrition and dietitians matter: Covid-19 Edition”

Intermittent Fasting

Written by Ashley Fitzgerald & Emily Fultz, MS, RDN Intermittent fasting is alternatively cycling between periods of fasting and eating. Typically people do this overnight and rather than eating breakfast when they first wake up, they wait until late morning or early afternoon to… Continue Reading “Intermittent Fasting”

Keto Diet – Stating the Facts

Written by Emily Fultz, RD, LDN & Ashley Fitzgerald You’ve probably heard of the latest fad diet, the ketogenic diet, which has recently increased in popularity. The keto diet is a high-fat low-carbohydrate diet with moderate protein. Generally, those following a keto diet get… Continue Reading “Keto Diet – Stating the Facts”

Choosing the Right Plant Based Protein Powder

Written by Ashley Fitzgerald & Reviewed by Emily Fultz, RD, LDN Protein is an essential macronutrient needed in our diets to help with many functions including  building, maintaining, and repairing body tissues. To learn more about protein check out my previous blog on this… Continue Reading “Choosing the Right Plant Based Protein Powder”

A This or That Special ft. Candy Bars vs Protein Bars

Are candy bars and protein bars really all that different? Written by Peighton Stone, Divison One Lacrosse Player Ever walk down the snack section of a grocery store or even at a gas station and notice all the different types of protein bars? Most… Continue Reading “A This or That Special ft. Candy Bars vs Protein Bars”

Becoming an Athlete Post Bariatric Surgery

Emily Fultz, MS, RD, LDN Exercise and nutrition play a big part in the life of an individual who recently had bariatric surgery. The super inspiring part is that many people are getting into competitive sports after surgery. Unfortunately there is not too much… Continue Reading “Becoming an Athlete Post Bariatric Surgery”

Athletes and Supplements

Some common questions that I hear are “what protein supplement is the best?” and “which pre–workout should I choose? My response – “Well, first let’s talk about your diet.” This is an important question to ask, because yes – taking supplements may be beneficial… Continue Reading “Athletes and Supplements”

Fat in our Diet

We often think “cut back on fat to lose fat.” This is not necessarily the case as fat plays an essential role in our body. It is more important to become aware of the types of fats that you are consuming. Cut back on… Continue Reading “Fat in our Diet”

Truth about Carbs

Last week’s post about protein brought up some good conversation about carbohydrates. There are many fad diets that emphasize a low to no carb diet for our health. These fail to mention that carbs are an important macro-nutrient that our body uses to function.… Continue Reading “Truth about Carbs”

Let’s Talk About Protein

Protein is essential to build and maintain muscle mass, but it is important to remember that muscle gain will only occur when protein intake and exercise are combined. ALSO – more is not always better. A diet high in protein but low in carbohydrates… Continue Reading “Let’s Talk About Protein”