Posts in Author: Allison Pigatto, MS, RD, LDN

On Valentine’s day, we celebrate the people who make our lives complete. But did you know, like people, many nutrients are better together? (more…)

Vegetarian Christmas Dinner Menu

Christmas tableAre you hosting a Christmas dinner party this year? Chances are there may be a vegetarian amongst your guests. A recent survey found that 7.3 million Americans follow a vegetarian diet.1 Fortunately, with a little planning and preparation, you can help vegetarian guests feel like they’re part of the party, not limited to the side dishes. (more…)

Clean Eating on Thanksgiving: Recipes & Diet Tips

Clean Eating TurkeyWhat do turkey, sweet potatoes, cranberries, and eggs have in common? They're all whole, nutrient dense foods, supported by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA’s). However, once a year these foods are transformed into casseroles, appetizers and pies. Thanksgiving is the holiday of abundance – with excess sodium, sugar, and saturated fat on the dinner table. (more…)