Written by UConn Dietetics Masters Student Isabella Gulcaglayan Seafood, which includes fish and shellfish, is considered a lean protein source, a main component of MyPlate1. For an average adult, eating 8 oz of seafood per week is recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Seafood also provides beneficial fatty acids such as EPA and DHA.2 […]
Month: February 2025
Omega-3s and Essential Nutrients During Pregnancy
Written by UConn Dietetics Masters student Melissa Ascher Proper nutrition is essential for both mom and baby-to-be. Prenatal supplements and a healthy, balanced diet can help a pregnant woman and her developing baby meet all nutritional needs. Here are some important nutrients, and the foods that can supply them! Folic acid is a water-soluble, B […]
Reminders about Caffeine and You
Written by UConn Dietetics Masters student Mercedes Arroyo Caffeine is the most widely consumed drug in the world. It is a dark antioxidant found in tea leaves, coffee beans, and cacao plants, and the foods that are usually prepared with it are coffees, teas, chocolates, soft drinks, and energy drinks. The coffee bean and the […]