20 Ways to Enjoy More Fruits and Vegetables

Two servings of fruit 2.5 servings of vegetables everyday, keeps the …dietitian away! Check out (and download) these 20 tips from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics on how to increase fruit and veggie consumption. http://www.eatright.org/~/media/eatright%20files/nationalnutritionmonth/handoutsandtipsheets/nutritiontipsheets/20waystoenjoymorefruitsandvegetables.ashx

Feed Yourself – Basic Recipes: Chicken Breast I

Diced chicken breast in a bowl with one half whole chicken breast.

The Feed Yourself series is dedicated to individuals that cook just for their selves. This goes out to everyone that finds them self wanting to cook but dreading the time, effort, and all the clean up needed to just cook for one. It can honestly be a quick, easy, and enjoyable process! Chicken breast is a […]

Wheat Berry Salad

A bowl of wheat berry salad garnished with parsley

Hello all, It’s Sunday Funday and that means it’s time for a new recipe post. Last week I tried making wheat berries. For those that may not be familiar, wheat berries are the whole grain form of wheat which means they are a whole grain. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber making them […]

Join Dua Live (Webinar Announcement)

Ramadan Webinar Ad

Hello all, I am prepping for my first live session! Join me on Thursday (5/25) @ 6:30 pm CST. Ramadan (the Muslim month of fasting) is right around the corner. During this month Muslims fast (abstain completely) from food and drink, among other things, from sun up to sun down. For those of us in […]

Just 5% of Daily Salt Gets Added at the Table

“In a sampling of 450 U.S. adults, only 10 percent of salt, or sodium, in their diet came from food prepared at home. About half of that was added at the table. Instead, restaurant meals and store-bought foods — including crackers, breads and soups — accounted for 71 percent of salt intake, the study found.” […]

Taxing Sugar-Sweetened Beverages

The idea of taxing sugary beverages has been floating around for the past few years with some implementation world wide. A recent study has shown the positive potential (in terms of decreased consumption) of this tax. What are your thoughts on taxing sugary beverages? http://www.ift.org/food-technology/daily-news/2017/may/01/case-study-tax-may-lower-consumption-of-sugar-sweetened-beverages.aspx   

Avocado & White Bean Salad with Vinaigrette

Half an avocado with pit

Hello all, I was visiting my family last weekend and found out that my brother has decided to try going vegan for a bit (or maybe forever, only time will tell). I cooked lunch one day and wanted to make something for him (since lunch was the Oven Fried Chicken recipe I shared a few […]

Eating Right Isn’t Complicated

Eating right isn’t complicated. Try following guidelines from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans: – Emphasize fruit, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat or fat-free milk and milk products. – Include lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs and nuts. – Make sure your diet is low in saturated fats, trans fats, salt (sodium) and added sugars. http://www.eatright.org/…/die…/eating-right-isnt-complicated

Vitamin FAQ – Vitamin E

Nuts on a wooden board near a decorated bowl.

What is Vitamin E? Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that has antioxidant properties. Vitamin E also has a role in maintaining cell membranes (cell walls). What is an antioxidant? Antioxidants protect the body from free radicals that are released via the different metabolic processes the body performs to break down food and release energy. […]

Video – How Much Exercise Do I Need?

Man in running shoes, ready to run.

Hello all, One of the most common questions I get is: how much do I need to exercise and what type(s) of exercise should I be doing? I thought I would answer this briefly via video. Check out the video and let me know if you have any questions or need anymore information! As always, […]