Nutrition Blog
The AZ Dietitians Nutrition and Wellness Blog
5 Tips For Keeping Produce Fresh
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Did you know that Americans throw away almost 20% of the fruits and vegetables they buy? Often times, this happens because people simply don't know the secrets to keeping produce fresh. Unfortunately, improper storage of...
When to Supplement and How to Do So Safely
Created by: Kristiann Frisby Champion, Dietetic Intern Do you need vitamin and mineral supplements? Supplements are a booming industry in this country and it’s easy to see why. Our bodies need vitamins and minerals to function, and we don’t want to be found lacking....
How and Why to Eat a Plant-Based Diet
Created by: Kristiann Frisby Champion, Dietetic Intern What is a plant-based diet? The phrase, ”plant-based diet” is rising in popularity. But what does it mean? The simplest way to define it is to describe a diet that consists more of plants (fruits, veggies,...
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...