November has been busy and December is coming! As we celebrate Thanksgiving this week and start to wrap up 2020, I am grateful for YOU! This year has been different, but having the opportunity to connect with all of you Cancer Dietitian followers has been a joy. I have offered far more webinars this year than any year in Cancer Dietitian history, and having regular virtual cooking classes has kept my interns on their toes! I have 2 more opportunities for you to join me … [Read more...]
Delicious Desserts Cooking Class Recipes and Recording!
Our October cooking class theme was Delicious Desserts! Desserts are great because.... WAIT, I DON'T HAVE TO EXPLAIN THAT TO YOU! Of course, desserts are great because they taste amazing! Our recipes in this class were centered around great tasting desserts that also provide a nutrient boost. Basics of “healthy” desserts: Remember that it's perfectly healthy to include desserts and added sugars into your diet! You can incorporate fruits and vegetables into … [Read more...]
The Bountiful Variety and Uses of Apples
DIFFERENT TYPES OF APPLES As we have learned, apples are healthy to eat! They are also extremely versatile, so you can enjoy their health benefits in a wide variety of dishes! Many people know a few different apple varieties, and you may even know that some are better for baking and some better for eating raw, but do you know why? We found this great video which explains it very well here, but we will also give a summary. On a general level, apples can be … [Read more...]
Nutritional Benefits of Apples
Apples are great! And North America is really great for growing apples, with the US being the second-largest producer of apples in the world. Thousands of apple varieties exist in the world, and a small amount of those are good for consumer eating and sold in stores. This article will go over the nutritional benefits of these American icons and the different uses for different varieties. Beneficial Nutrients in Apples Almost everyone has heard the aphorism "an apple a … [Read more...]
What is a “Healthy Weight”? Webinar
Last night was my October webinar and the topic was "What is a Healthy Weight? Key Components of a Healthy Lifestyle." I am grateful that Amber Thomas, RD, CSO (of www.cancernutritionsolutions.com) joined me to add her expertise to the conversation. Watch the recording here! If you want a copy of the slide set you can download it here. Here is the quick overview of our take home points! Bottom Line: We do not recommend using weight as a health … [Read more...]
