Should You Track Hydration?
You already know tracking your food intake is a great tool for achieving weight-loss success. The other important piece is tracking hydration. “Drinking enough water is not optional. It’s a nece
10 RD-Approved Snacks to Buy at Trader Joe’s
Many people believe that eating healthy foods has to be expensive — but if you know where to look, that doesn’t have to be the case. Staples like beans, peanut butter and frozen foods can help y
Are Veggie Chips Actually Healthy?
If you’re trying to sneak more veggies into your diet, swapping regular potato chips for veggie chips might seem like an easy fix. Not only are vegetables packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals a
The Problem With Carb-Restricted Diets
Whether it’s Atkins, Paleo or keto, these trendy fad diets have one thing in common — limiting carbs. Some research shows people lost more weight on a low-carb diet than a traditional low-calori
What Does It Mean to “Boost Your Metabolism”?
If you’re trying to lose weight, you’ve probably come across foods and supplements that claim to “boost your metabolism.” But what does this actually mean, and is it even possible?
Simply put, “
Is Raw Sugar Better For You Than Refined?
When trying to eat healthier, one common strategy is opting for more nutritious versions of foods you already eat. For example, you might choose whole-grain bread in lieu of traditional white, o
3 Simple Eating Tweaks That May Help With Weight Loss
Big, dramatic changes to your diet may help you lose weight initially, but those changes usually aren’t sustainable. This can cause yo-yo dieting, which can damage your metabolism, not to mentio
Ask the RD: Can You Increase Vitamin D Levels Without Supplements?
Vitamin supplements have their place in a daily routine, but I’m typically on team “food first” when I receive general questions about whether or not to take them. However, vitamin D, which help
9 Ways to Keep Your Appetite in Check This Summer
Summer is the season for relaxation and spending more time outdoors, whether it’s unwinding at the pool or beach or going for a walk in a park. For many people, summer means taking vacation and
Ask the RD: Is Intermittent Fasting Good or Bad?
Intermittent fasting, or IF, is a timed approach to eating that has gained popularity in the last few years as a weight-loss strategy. There are many different types of IF with various periods o
