Written by UConn Dietetics Masters student Kelsey Simpson Avocados are more than just their green color appearance with a thick, bumpy-textured skin; they serve as a nutritional powerhouse for your health! Avocados are both delicious and an excellent way to boost the nutrition of your snacks and meals. The creamy, smooth, versatile fruit can be […]
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The Low-Down on Ultra-Processed Foods
Written by UConn Dietetics Masters student Nicole Luna Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are everywhere, from snack aisles to fast-food menus, but what exactly are they, and should we be concerned about them? Research suggests that eating too many ultra-processed foods can lead to weight gain, heart disease, and other health issues.¹ But don’t panic! Understanding what […]
How to Manage Sugar Cravings
Written by UConn Dietetics Masters Student Chloe Palmer The role of sugar and its relation to disease, obesity, and other chronic conditions is a hot debate today. “Added sugar can be defined as caloric sweeteners that are added to foods as an ingredient during preparation, processing, or at the table.”1 These sugars differ from the […]
Foods You May Want to Add to Your Diet
Written by Dietetics Masters student Justin Breedlove Social media, and media in general, often try to sell us a product. This can include food products. Of course, there is no one “best” food for every single body, but many terrific foods— all for different reasons—can be combined to provide the body a wealth of nutrients. […]
Best Superfoods for Gut Health
Written by UConn Dietetics Master’s student Ava Krenicki Gut health and the gut microbiome are key to our overall well-being. Research shows they can support digestion, immunity, metabolism, mental health, and much more!¹ Our diets play a major role in shaping our gut health, so familiarizing yourself with gut-friendly foods is important. If you want to […]
What Is Prediabetes and What Can I Do to Prevent it?
Written by UConn Dietetics Masters student Dana Chamberlain More than 1 in 3 adults in the United States have prediabetes, but over 80% of them don’t know that they have it1. Could you be one of them? What is Prediabetes? Prediabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high […]
Happy National Nutrition Month 2025!
Written by UConn Dietetics Masters Student Eliza Summa This year’s Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics National Nutrition Month theme, Food Connects Us, invites us to celebrate how food brings us closer to our friends, our families, our farmers, our cultures, and through all of that, how food brings us closer to ourselves. Food is about […]
Smart Grocery Shopping: Save Money and Time!
Written by UConn Dietetics Masters student Anna Barbosa Grocery shopping doesn’t have to drain your wallet! A few simple tricks can help you from overspending. Take Inventory Before You Go Knowing what you already have in stock prevents you from buying repeats of those ingredients. This can help prevent waste and save you money. Check […]
Seafood Is a Great Source of Protein!
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 […]
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 […]