by Ashley Pearson, Registered Dietitian | Aug 1, 2019 | Nutrition
I am sure by now you have heard friends or family talk about meal prepping or seen #mealprep all over your social media, but what is meal prep and can it help you? Meal prepping is simply preparing food ahead of time as a way to make it easy to have delicious,...
by Ashley Pearson, Registered Dietitian | Jul 9, 2019 | Nutrition
Revised – originally published on August 28, 2018 “How much protein do I need?” This is one of the most common questions I get asked. Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to this question because it is different for each individual. Factors...
by Ashley Pearson, Registered Dietitian | Jul 1, 2019 | Nutrition
Grilling, BBQ, cookout, picnic…whatever you like to call it, eating outdoors in the summer is a perfect way to enjoy nature while spending time with family and friends. Celebrate National picnic month by taking your meal outside for a fun meal everyone can...
by Ashley Pearson, Registered Dietitian | May 28, 2019 | Nutrition
Most people know that regular consumption of fruits and vegetables is good for your health. Unfortunately, many people in the U.S. do not consume enough produce, despite their known health benefits. Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and...
by Ashley Pearson, Registered Dietitian | May 14, 2019 | Nutrition
The prevalence of food allergies in the U.S. is on the rise. Food allergies are a serious public health issue that impacts nearly 32 million American’s. According to Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE), one in every 13 children has a food allergy. As a parent...
