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5 03, 2018

Headlines Change, Habits Can Too

By Rosanne Rust|2019-06-26T13:51:04-04:00March 5th, 2018|DASH Diet/Wellness, Uncategorized, Weight Management|Comments Off on Headlines Change, Habits Can Too

You probably read something in the news everyday about diet or what you should or shouldn't eat. I can understand how frustrating it is to read these headlines every week. One day they proclaim coffee is good for you, the next it isn’t. Sorry - There's No Quick [...]

28 02, 2017

5 Simple Steps to March into Better Habits

By Rosanne Rust|2023-03-21T12:42:18-04:00February 28th, 2017|DASH Diet/Wellness, Easy Cooking, Food Facts, Uncategorized, Weight Management|Comments Off on 5 Simple Steps to March into Better Habits

Wow. It's March already. And you know what that means? Registered Dietitians are all hopped up on nutrition tips, now more than ever! It's National Nutrition Month®! via GIPHY Every year, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics uses the month of March as an additional platform to encourage [...]

2 03, 2016

What Flavors Do You Savor?

By Rosanne Rust|2023-03-21T12:41:05-04:00March 2nd, 2016|DASH Diet/Wellness, Uncategorized|1 Comment

March is National Nutrition Month®. Each year, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics creates a new theme geared toward helping the public eat a healthier diet, and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. This year's theme is: "Savor the Flavor of Eating Right". I'm always excited about National Nutrition Month® because it's [...]

9 07, 2015

Easy Picnic Potatoes

By Rosanne Rust|2015-07-09T10:01:53-04:00July 9th, 2015|DASH Diet/Wellness, Easy Cooking, Food Facts, Just for Fun, Uncategorized, Weight Management|Comments Off on Easy Picnic Potatoes

It's picnic season, and if you're like me, you're always looking for something new to bring to your next pot-luck. If you're getting tired of cole slaw, potato or pasta salad, then try these easy potatoes. They'll be a sure-fire hit at your next outdoor gathering. Grilled Potato Bites [...]

6 01, 2015

DASH Diet #1 for Fifth Year!

By Rosanne Rust|2023-03-21T12:39:50-04:00January 6th, 2015|Book Review, Heart Disease, Uncategorized, Weight Management|Comments Off on DASH Diet #1 for Fifth Year!

Honest, I am not paying US News and World Report to rank the DASH Diet as the number one diet year after year. But seriously, being voted #1 for the 5th year straight? They are trying to tell you something, the DASH Diet is good for you, there [...]

20 03, 2013

Shop Smart: The Lure of Junk Food

By Rosanne Rust|2013-03-20T10:00:32-04:00March 20th, 2013|Food Facts, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Shop Smart: The Lure of Junk Food

I just read "The Extraordinary Science of Junk Food" by Michael Moss in the NY Times recently. It certainly was a thought-provoking read (and fairly long, so allow yourself some time). It addresses not only the profit-seeking aspect of junk food companies, but also the company's goals to [...]