Nutrition Blog
The AZ Dietitians Nutrition and Wellness Blog
How to Avoid Food Waste
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Did you know that Americans waste 36 million tons of food? We could feed 25 million Americans if we simply wasted 15% less food! Tips to Reduce Food Waste Shop in your fridge first. Cook and eat what you already have in your...
How to Have a Healthy Holiday Season
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern The holidays are a wonderful season to spend time with family and friends. We gather frequently for holiday cookie parties, gift exchanges, and family celebrations. Because all of these events are centered around food, it is...
Are Frozen Entrees Healthy?
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Most of us lead very busy lives and often do not have time to make dinner, nonetheless plan out and prep our meals. Frozen entrees offer a convenience and cost advantage over homemade meals. However, there are some things to...
Tips to Managing Portion Control
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern One of the best methods to adopting a healthier lifestyle is utilizing portion control. Portion control does not have to mean eating small, unsatisfying meals. In fact, you may find you feel more satisfied using the following...
What is a Food Sensitivity?
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Food Allergies, Intolerances, & Sensitivities Food allergies are usually caused by a certain protein within the food. The 9 most common food allergens are wheat, soy, milk, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, fish, sesame, and...
How to Get Moving and Stay Active!
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern One of the best ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle is by getting and then staying active on a daily basis. Use the tips below to get you started! Get Your Heart Pumping Aim for 150 - 190 minutes per week of moderate...
Tips on How to Eat in Season
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Fruits and vegetables are some of the best foods that we can eat. They contain a lot of fiber, phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals. However, most Americans do not eat enough. Aim to eat 5 servings of fruits and vegetables...
How to Have Fun with Salads!
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Salads are a great way to incorporate more plant food into your diet: fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, etc! They can be served as a side dish along with your main meal or they can be your entree. How to make...
Healthy Milk Alternatives for a Balanced Diet
Created by: Gabrielle Forman, Dietetic Intern Dairy is an important element of a balanced diet. But, it is not the right choice for everyone. Some individuals choose not to consume dairy because they dislike it, are intolerant, or are abstaining due to ethical or...