Ina
Ina is a Registered Dietitian with a Bachelors of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics from New York University and a Masters of Science in Nutrition Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. She is also a Certified Dietitian Nutritionist as recognized by the State of New York Education Department and holds a New York Department of Health Certificate in Food Protection. As a Mom and Registered Dietitian, Ina is passionate about good food and healthy living. Her philosophy on nutrition is science-based yet open and fun. Visit Ina at http:// www.square-plate.com
Building Healthy Bones
Many nutrients work together to provide the framework for healthy bones. These include calcium, vitamin D, magnesium, and vitamin K. Another important component is regular physical activity. Think of bone health as a savings...
Summer Produce for Your Best Friend
Dogs are often referred to as “man’s best friend” because they possess the qualities we look for in friendship – loving, loyal, trustworthy, dependable and consistent. For all they give us, they depend on...
Reversing Prediabetes
Statistics show that approximately 84 million American adults — more than 1 out of 3 — have prediabetes. The good news is that it is reversible. You can prevent or delay prediabetes from developing...
How to Manage Food Allergies at Home
If you or someone else in your household has a food allergy, you have probably mastered how to manage the food in your home. Managing food allergies at home is easier to control, while...
Nutrition for Young Athletes
Kids that eat healthy, well balanced meals and snacks will get the nutrients they need to perform well in sports. The child athlete can have higher energy and fluid requirements. Most kids naturally eat...
“Total Body Diet Lifestyle”
The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics has an initiative called “The Total Body Diet Lifestyle.” The idea behind this initiative is to embrace a healthy way of living for permanent, lasting changes to improve...
Cooking with Kids
Many people ask me about ways kids can help out with cooking. There are many ways they can help once you demonstrate how to do what you’re asking. Remember, young kids, don’t have the...
Women’s Heart Health
February is National Heart Health Month. As parents, we are constantly taking care of our children, our homes and our financial obligations. Often, we overlook taking care of ourselves. Taking care of our health...
New Year Resolution – Eat More Fruits Vegetables in 2019!
In the nutrition world much information is thrown around. One thing that remains certain is that fruits, vegetables, whole grains and minimally processed foods are the best nourishment for our bodies.
Fruits and vegetables are...
Holiday Weight Gain
Every year, throughout the world, people are affected by the phenomenon of holiday weight gain.
In the United States, research has found that people start to gain weight in October (think Halloween candy) and peak...