All fruits are healthy and good to eat! However, each fruit is unique and has a slightly different nutritional make-up. Q: What are the best fruits to eat? This is a great question, considering the incredible variety of fruits out there and the fact that it’s Fruits and Veggies More Matters Month! In short, all …
Restaurants are part of the service industry, where customer satisfaction is serious business. By Mary Parsons, MS, RD On behalf of every registered dietitian (and the rest of our nutrition enthusiasts) at Healthy Dining, I have to answer this question with a resounding NO! Restaurants are part of the service industry, where customer satisfaction is …
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To help reduce stress from Thanksgiving through the New Year, look for foods like these in your refrigerator, on the buffet table and at your favorite restaurants. Q: What Foods Can Help Reduce Stress During the Holidays? A: There is no doubt that during the holiday season, things are crazy, and stress can be high. …
Many fad diets come and go, and the apple cider vinegar diet happens to be a diet that has been around for a while. What most people think of when we talk about the apple cider vinegar diet is consuming 1-3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar before each meal in the hopes of losing weight. …
In general, everyone can benefit from eating more anti-inflammatory foods. Fortunately, research has shown that certain foods like these react in our bodies to reduce the amount of inflammation. Q: What should I order at restaurants to help reduce inflammation? There are specific conditions that can be improved through consuming an anti-inflammatory diet, but in general, everyone …
What are the best menu choices to order at Seafood Restaurants? Healthy Dining’s dietitians have the key words and ingredients to look for on the menu to help you make the best choices. Q: What Are the Healthy Options at Seafood Restaurants?Seafood restaurants can be a great choice when your goal is making healthier choices …
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It’s difficult to estimate the amount of calories for your naruto roll. Without seeing the recipe for it (even a photo would help), there are a few unknowns. Thank you for your question. It’s difficult to estimate the amount of calories for your naruto roll without seeing the recipe for it (even a photo would …
When eating out at a sports bar, follow these tips to have some fun and enjoy a good meal. Q: Help! The Big Game is coming up, and everyone is making plans to watch it at the local sports bar. How can I find healthy choices at a sports bar? A: The thought of finding healthy choices …
Because no two nacho dishes—or bites—are alike, the nutrition information for this popular appetizer can be difficult to pinpoint. But generally speaking, a serving size of most restaurant nacho chips (6-8 chips) tends to be high in calories, saturated fat, and sodium. And let’s be honest, how many of us are having just one serving size of …
If you’re dining somewhere without the benefit of pre-screened Sodium Savvy options, you can still take a strategic approach to reduce the sodium level of your meal. By Mary Parsons, MS, RD Q: Our family is really looking forward to celebrating Father’s Day this year. We’d like to take Dad out to eat, but his …
