tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14551593987403324262024-03-13T07:33:48.069-07:00Nutrition and Wellness BytesA dollop of wisdom with a splash of inspiration from a Registered Dietitian.Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.comBlogger190125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-82639528922156420102014-08-06T08:50:00.000-07:002014-08-06T08:53:05.121-07:008 Amazing Benefits of Breastfeeding for Babies [Infographic]In honor of World Breastfeeding Week, I thought I'd share a special infographic with you highlighting only a few of the amazing benefits of breastfeeding for babies. I'm definitely an advocate for breastfeeding and want to do my part in bringing awareness to this natural, healthy feeding practice for infants. If interested, please check out my previous posts on this topic: Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-77806155290835899042014-06-20T06:00:00.000-07:002014-06-20T09:37:05.079-07:00Foodie Friday: Vanilla Chia Pudding
Vanilla Chia Pudding - Copyright 2014 - Go Wellness - Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD
If there's one sweet treat I remember enjoying as a child, it was pudding. Vanilla was my favorite. Fast forward to 2014, and I can't even remember the last time I've had pudding...at least the instant kind that I ate as a child. I've probably moved away from eating pudding for two reasons. Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-11027927231122972952014-03-12T07:00:00.000-07:002014-03-12T10:11:39.699-07:0010 Interesting Facts About Registered Dietitian Nutritionists [Infographic]Happy Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day 2014! In honor of all of the hard-working RDN's out there, please enjoy this infographic of 10 Interesting Facts About Registered Dietitian Nutritionists.
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10 Interesting Facts About Registered Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-25196528763407947322013-11-01T06:00:00.000-07:002014-08-06T12:46:15.418-07:00Foodie Friday: Spiced Pumpkin Ice Cream
Spiced Pumpkin Ice Cream - Copyright 2013 - Go Wellness - Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD
What is fall without a little bit of pumpkin and spice and everything nice? If you've visited my blog before, then you know two things: 1) I love pumpkin and 2) I like a little dessert every now and then. I decided to try a new spin on my good ol' Banana Ice Cream dessert, Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-59696478037101470992013-10-29T05:00:00.000-07:002013-10-29T07:44:45.374-07:005 things that could be sucking the joy out of your workout
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Is your love tank for exercise on empty? Have you been wanting to exercise more but just haven't been able to bring yourself around to doing it? You are not alone. While the most frequent excuse people offer for not exercising is not having enough time, I find that a close number two is that they just Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-84365341018244053652013-05-30T06:41:00.000-07:002013-05-30T11:35:07.088-07:00Health Food Imposter #13: Frozen Yogurt
Does frozen yogurt deserve its health halo? - Copyright 2013 - Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD - Go Wellness
Health Food Imposter #13: Frozen Yogurt
Over the last few years, the rise of the FroYo has been occurring with the growing popularity of frozen yogurt shops and frozen yogurt products on grocery store shelves. People seem to be flocking to frozen yogurt as a healthier Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-44607753390142544682013-05-24T06:29:00.000-07:002013-05-24T09:37:08.869-07:00Foodie Friday: Pineapple Whip Ice Cream
Pineapple Whip Ice Cream -- Copyright 2013 Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD -- Go Wellness
The grand opening of summer is upon us as we head into Memorial Day weekend, and I could not think of a better way to kick off the summer than by sharing a special cold and healthy dessert with you. While I definitely think there's room in the diet for the occasional high quality premium ice cream, Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-26238666562744108402013-05-08T06:04:00.000-07:002013-05-08T12:48:13.362-07:00Health Food Imposter #12: 100 calorie snacks
Are 100 calorie snacks health food imposters? Copyrigh 2013 -- Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD -- Go Wellness
Health Food Imposter #12: 100 calorie snacks
The 100 calorie snack products are tricky. The fact that they are portion-controlled and only 100 calories each may make them appear more healthful, but this does not make them high quality, health supportive, and deeply Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-51993669563203104622013-05-02T06:22:00.000-07:002013-05-03T10:17:03.493-07:00Health Food Imposter #11: Smoothies
Are smoothies health food imposters? Copyright 2013 - Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD - Go Wellness
Health Food Imposter #11: Smoothies
Who isn't a fan of the almighty smoothie, right? While I think that smoothies can have a place in a
nourishing, well-balanced diet, some (especially homemade ones) are better than
others when it comes to many commercially-prepared Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-18832062791634716642013-03-29T06:00:00.000-07:002013-05-03T10:21:00.612-07:00Foodie Friday: Creamy Avocado Sauce
Creamy Avocado Sauce - Copyright 2013 - Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD - Go Wellness
If there is one food I love above most others, it has to be the avocado. I love it so much so that I will often order a dish in restaurants almost solely because there's avocado in it. It's just that appetizing to me. In the not-so-distant past, people feared avocados because they feared Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-60724420520678212982013-03-15T07:29:00.000-07:002013-05-03T10:03:57.995-07:00Foodie Friday: Healthy Shamrock Shake
Healthy Shamrock Shake - Copyright 2013 - Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD - Go Wellness
Happy St. Patrick's Day! My family has been getting into the spirit with a few festive crafts, but something that I wanted to tackle myself was a healthier version of the Shamrock Shake that I've heard so much about. I have to admit that I've never actually tasted THE Shamrock Shake, but I thinkMichelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-50777249109954359412013-02-08T06:00:00.000-08:002013-05-03T10:22:59.360-07:00Foodie Friday: Strawberry Banana Ice Cream
Strawberry Banana Ice Cream - Copyright 2013 - Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD - Go Wellness
Valentine's Day is almost upon us, so what better way to celebrate than with a healthy, pink ice cream? Ever since I discovered Banana Ice Cream, I've wanted to experiment a little more with it. Well, the original version is so good that it took me a while to get around to doing just that. Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-52666959961022020172013-02-01T06:00:00.000-08:002013-05-03T10:25:32.660-07:00Foodie Friday: Easy Collard Chips
Easy Collard Chips - Copyright 2013 - Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD - Go Wellness
A staple in Southern cooking, collards are a part of the cruciferous vegetable family, a group known for their cancer-fighting health benefits. The phytonutrients they contain also support the body's natural detox system. They're also an excellent source of vitamins A, K, C, folate, manganese, and Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-9175804204628406862012-10-26T06:00:00.000-07:002013-05-03T10:29:37.792-07:00Warm Buckwheat Groats with Apples and Cranberries
Warm Buckwheat Groats with Apples and Cranberries ©2012 - Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD - Go Wellness
It's officially fall, and during this time of year, I'm ready to break out the warm, slower-cooking breakfast dishes, like hot oatmeal or quinoa. Well, I am ready to try something new, so I experimented with whole buckwheat groats. Buckwheat groats are the hulled fruit seed of Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-90324328613063429642012-07-13T06:00:00.000-07:002013-05-03T10:32:02.415-07:00Foodie Friday: Jicama Fries
Jicama Fries -- Copyright 2012 by Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSD - Go Wellness
Not only is today Friday the 13th, but it is also apparently National French Fry Day. What better way to celebrate than to share a new, healthier twist on an old favorite? I will admit that I do enjoy the real fry deal on occasion, but I've found a way to satisfy that taste for fries in a very Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-65529812546580846932012-04-06T06:00:00.000-07:002013-05-03T10:34:47.898-07:00Foodie Friday: Easy Overnight Oats
Easy Overnight Oats
I first saw the idea for overnight oats at Kath Eats Real Food at least a year or so ago. I never tried it out until recently though because I had a hard time wrapping my brain around the idea of oats soaked overnight in liquid actually tasting good the next day. I figured the texture would be like mush, and I do NOT like super mushy oats. Well, I finally Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-3297015683762310402012-02-03T06:00:00.000-08:002013-05-03T10:36:25.427-07:00Foodie Friday: Healthy Turkey Chili
Healthy Turkey Chili - Copyright 2012 Michelle Loy - Go Wellness
If there's one thing I love in the winter time, it's a nice hearty bowl of soup...or chili. I love that you get so much nutritious and delicious goodness in one bowl. I discovered this Healthy Turkey Chili after my church launched a church-wide healthy eating initiative called The Daniel Plan&Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-55973575282214288412012-01-27T06:00:00.000-08:002013-05-03T10:37:49.518-07:00Foodie Friday: Baked Beet Chips
Baked Beet Chips - Copyright 2012 Michelle Loy - Go Wellness
Over the last year I've developed a special fondness for beets. Although my all-time favorite way to enjoy them so far is roasted, I have enjoyed them in other ways as well. One of the latest ways I've had fun with beets is by making baked beet chips. These are great because they're really easy and they can satisfy Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-38453963262945211552012-01-20T06:00:00.000-08:002013-05-03T10:39:34.070-07:00Foodie Friday: Roasted Cabbage
Roasted Cabbage
If there's one family of veggies that I believe everyone should consume nearly everyday, it is the cruciferous vegetables. This family of veggies includes broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, chard, kohlrabi, and kale. Everyone's favorites, right? To be honest, I know a few people for whom some of these veggies can be a tough sell, but Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-50878557433815299412012-01-13T06:00:00.000-08:002012-01-13T08:57:58.188-08:00Foodie Friday: Asian Meatballs with Sesame Lime Dipping Sauce
Asian Meatballs
About a month ago, I had the pleasure of tasting a sample of grass-fed ground beef prepared by the very ranchers that helped raised the cattle that produced that ground beef. That one bite was one of the most delicious bites of ground beef I've ever had. I had to ask how it was prepared, and the rancher-chef answered, "Just a little bit of salt and pepper. That's itMichelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-2772830525836836242011-12-29T06:00:00.000-08:002011-12-29T08:28:14.802-08:004 keys to staying well during cold and flu season
Image Credit: William Brawley (Flickr)
We're smack dab in the middle of cold and flu season, and I'm sure that you'd like to avoid catching the bug, right? Aside from practicing good hygiene, there are four key lifestyle behaviors that have been determined to be true guardians of health during this time of year. Practice these behaviors and you'll better protect yourself fromMichelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-19553577441339231822011-12-23T06:00:00.000-08:002011-12-23T08:08:03.051-08:00Foodie Friday: Simple Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
Simple Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
As we've coasted through this holiday season, I've been hearing people sharing about their holiday baking traditions. Baking was never a tradition in my home growing up, so the holiday tradition never really caught on with me. Don't get me wrong. I do bake every now and then, and I do enjoy baked goodies on occasion. I'm just not much of a Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-8514495394264743942011-11-28T06:00:00.000-08:002011-11-30T10:59:06.337-08:003 reasons to make physical activity a priority during the holidays
Commit to be fit this holiday season. Photo credit: o5com via Flickr
Congratulations on surviving yet another post-Thanksgiving food coma. If you are one of those people who finds it hard to get back on track with eating and physical activity after said food coma, then I challenge you to consider moving one thing to the top of your to-do list this holiday season. That thing isMichelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-52081093590996265122011-11-18T06:00:00.000-08:002011-11-18T14:16:47.458-08:00Foodie Friday: Roasted and Pureed Cauliflower
Roasted and Pureed Cauliflower
I have a confession. I love mashed potatoes. They have been a favorite dish of mine ever since I was a little girl, and I'm pretty sure I'll always enjoy them. It's probably the Midwestern part of me that's responsible for that. When it comes to the holidays, mashed potatoes are also one of my favorite holiday foods, but last Christmas I decidedMichelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1455159398740332426.post-54664550574663386252011-11-16T06:00:00.000-08:002011-11-16T06:00:11.637-08:00Guest Blog: Simple substitutions for healthier holiday foodToday's guest blog post is written by Vanessa Bautista, Dietetic Intern with Oakwood University. Thanks for sharing with us, Vanessa!
Vanessa with Martha Stewart
A week ago, I was beyond delighted to meet Martha Stewart at Macy’s South Coast Plaza. Martha Stewart and her deputy food editor of Martha Stewart Living, Sarah Carey, teamed up to create a seafood stew. After they Michelle Loy, MPH, MS, RD, CSSDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573717514804891127noreply@blogger.com0