By Molly Devine, RDAs we find ourselves in the Era of Social Distancing, more and more Americans are having to rely on three meals a day coming from their own home. As a Registered Dietitian, it makes me happy to see many of my clients getting back to the basics, learning new kitchen skills, and sharing more family meals. As a firm supporter of my local restaurant and food industry,...

If you have struggled with stress eating, emotional eating, or binge eating, you are not alone. There are no statistics that show the amount of stress eating that happens during a crisis, but we can assume it's much higher than usual. So how can you deal in this time of high anxiety? In this article, we will outline what stress eating is, and offer some effective ways to cope with your stress.  What...

Perhaps you've heard that taking collagen is good for your skin and hair. But what about your immune system?It stands to reason that collagen, the most abundant proteins found in all mammals, could boost our immunity and protect us from diseases.But how exactly? And which ailments can collagen protect us from?Here's an overview of what collagen is, its health benefits, and two ways it can boost your immune health. What is...

You’ve probably heard it before: eating the rainbow can improve your health and boost your immune system. That’s because brightly colored fruits and vegetables tend to be rich in vitamins and minerals, which are critical for immune health. This is true no matter what diet you’re on, including the keto diet. The keto diet is a low-carb, high-fat diet that calls for a caloric breakdown of 75% fat, 20% protein, and 5%...

Your immune system is your first line of defense when it comes to staying healthy and living a full, active life. Everything can fight for your attention until you get sick. Then only one thing matters: getting better. But what if we were all more proactive about our health, even in times when we are well? Paying attention to these daily ways to boost your immune health could help your body fight...

Making a healthy change or reaching a weight loss goal with the ketogenic diet means making it a part of your lifestyle. Perhaps you’ve figured out your favorite keto breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, but appetizers and other pre-meal offerings can seem tricky. In fact, you might feel like because you’re on the keto diet, you can’t host friends or attend potlucks.But that’s not true. There are plenty of keto-approved, low-carb appetizers...

With mounting concerns about the new coronavirus, many people are wondering what they can do to stay healthy and protect themselves.  The good news is that if you are on the keto diet, you may have a leg up. Research shows the keto diet may have anti-inflammatory impacts and may be beneficial for immune health.In this article, we’ll go over what the coronavirus is, how to recognize the symptoms of COVID-19,...

When it comes to low-carb vegetables, there aren't many better options than cauliflower. Why? For starters, cauliflower only has 3 grams of net carbs per serving, and it’s full of vitamins and minerals that keep your body healthy and happy.But perhaps the best benefit of cauliflower is its versatility. Since low-carb diets became more popular, chefs and grocery stores all over the world continue to come up with new ways to replace...