healthy fats

A+ for Avocados!

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 […]

All About Avocados!

Written by Dietetics Masters student Emma Beck. Adding something healthy and delicious to your plate does not always mean veggies like lettuce and kale! Avocados are a fruit, and are a great source of healthy fats. They are an excellent source of good fats, specifically monounsaturated fatty acids, which may improve your learning, memory, and […]

Are You Eating Enough Seafood?

Written by UConn Dietetics Masters student Samantha Conroy Seafood (fish and shellfish) is a nutrient dense source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, rich in vitamins A; B12; D; iron; zinc; magnesium; phosphorus; and potassium and is relatively low in calories.1 Evidence has shown that eating fish and other seafood improves brain, eye, and heart health. […]