Katherine Isacks, Registered Dietitian, LLC

Pumpkin, one of my favorite winter squashes, comes to center stage during the month of November. Both the fleshy part and the seeds are nutrient-rich and work well in both sweet and savory dishes.
Nutrients
Pumpkin flesh (or the mushy part) is a fantastic source of fiber, potassium and beta-carotene (an antioxidant and precursor to [...]

Throughout the United States, major land grant universities have Extension programs that provide valuable education to the local community.  Many people are unaware that Extension programs exist – which is a shame since they are an excellent source of nutrition information as well as provide information on gardening, food safety, natural resources, and 4-H Youth programs.  Check out [...]

 
I was delighted to find my blog included in the “Top 50 Dietician Blogs” published last week by “Radiology Technology Schools.”  I reviewed the list and found some blogs that I also read and enjoy.  However, some of my favorite blogs were not on the list.  Here is a quick list of my favorite dietitian, nutrition, and [...]

I love to cook and eat good food, but I do not like to spend a lot of time shopping for food, prepping food, or washing dishes.  I think that I am a little lazy in some ways but that might actually be an advantage in helping others who are crazy busy and need every [...]

 Many people, both friends and patients, have commented that if they just had a chef who could cook them tasty healthy meals, then they would follow a healthful diet.  If you can afford such a service, then by all means, use one if it helps you meet your goals.  For the rest of us, like [...]

IMPORTANT:  This blog is not intended to serve as medical advice on how to eat for the holidays.  If you have a disease that is directly affected by food (e.g. Celiac disease, Kidney failure, etc) then please see your doctor and dietitian for appropriate foods for the holidays.
It is that time of year again when [...]

I have been reading a food blog written by Clotilde Dusoulier after a friend listed it as one of her favorites.  The website and blog is entitled Chocolate & Zucchini.  When I visited the author’s blog today, I read a fascinating account of one man’s experience and strategies for cooking, baking, and dining as a blind [...]