Nutrition Articles

Winter squash is versatile in flavor, pairs well with other ingredients, and is pretty enough for a tablescape. It’s also well regarded for its health benefits. But what exactly are those merits? We are taking a deeper delve into the nutritional side of winter squash along with a variety of recipes that will put it to…

Noom. It’s supposedly different from any health plan we’ve ever seen before. Some people are raving about it. What makes it unique? Is it a fad or the real deal? I signed up to find out.   What is Noom? Two software engineers, Saeju Jeong and Artem Petakov, created the concept behind Noom in 2008.…

What’s the significance behind those nutrition claims we see on the front of our food packages? Let’s find out. Because the more we know about them, the easier it is to discern which claims are most meaningful …   Last week a friend told me he had a POP-TART® for breakfast. He quickly followed it…

Dairy is a fantastic source of protein, calcium, and oftentimes, probiotics. It’s creamy and delicious plus it adds flavor and texture to sweet and savory recipes alike. With all these noteworthy attributes, why are people choosing to ditch dairy?   It’s not about being allergic. About 2.5% of children under the age of three are…

Have you or a family member recently entered the “Golden Years?” Have you wondered what changes we should or shouldn’t be making in our diets, as we get older? Emily provides some nutrition tips and reminders specific to this population, as there’s quite a lot to consider… GRANDMA’S HOUSE When I was little, I loved…

Should I drink more coffee and tea? Maybe I should cut down on caffeine? Emily answers these questions, and more, as she reviews the most common claims made about caffeine When people say that any press is good press, I feel like caffeine is taking this advice too far. It’s challenging to keep up with…

When steak is on the menu, you may not be thinking about the impact your dinner has on the environment. But with reputable food companies and restaurants now going vegan, should you? Emily addresses whether or not “canceling meat” is the answer to this trending conversation.   What’s the beef with beef these days? Some…

You tell yourself you will have just one. Well, maybe two. Before you know it, half the sleeve has disappeared before your eyes. How did that happen? You decide you can never be around these delicious creamy cookies ever again, at least unsupervised…could this be food addiction?   FOOD ADDICTION. It’s a powerful concept, and…

Which probiotics should I take? Which probiotics does a dietitian take? Emily answers a reader question by sharing her own probiotic regimen.

Are you concerned about the health risks of processed meats? Can you still enjoy ballpark franks or Sunday bacon with family? Emily answers a reader question about processed meat by examining the evidence, and then sharing her thoughts on how to “process” it all.     ASK EMILY: My husband loves sausage, bacon, hot dogs,…

Smoked salmon or lox, is there a difference? Which one should you try? How can it be incorporated into a fulfilling meal? Emily Russo, MS, RD, CDN explains the difference between the two and why it’s not just a bagel topper anymore!     NEW YORKERS AT HEART My parents were both raised in New…

When people find out I’m a dietitian, they inevitably ask, “How can I eat healthier?” My response is not the secret ingredient they were looking for, and it may surprise you as well. In my opinion, there is no healthiest food and no healthiest eating style. But, I didn’t always feel this way. The Shift…