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Indulging your cravings is part of eating healthfully, so my long-term goal when working with clients is to help them move from the cheat...
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Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Jun 4, 2021
- 6 min
How to shop for the healthiest granola bars
Granola and protein bars can be convenient snacks, but they're also a leading source of added sugar in Americans' diets. That means that...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- May 23, 2021
- 4 min
Is watermelon good for you?
Watermelon screams summer, but many people worry the sugar in watermelon might negate its health benefits. As a dietitian, this concerns...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Apr 25, 2021
- 7 min
15 RD-approved healthy travel snacks
If you’re planning to hit the highway for your next adventure, here are some healthy road trip snacks to have on hand. Go ahead and stock...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Feb 18, 2021
- 6 min
6 Common Nutrition Myths to Stop Believing
It’s no wonder you feel confused about nutrition. Food and nutrition myths are commonly spread on social media, and even sometimes,...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Jan 31, 2021
- 4 min
Here's the best way to detox from sugar
If you know me, you know I enjoy sweets! I’m never going to tell you to overly restrict yourself or give up the foods you love. But...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Dec 4, 2020
- 6 min
7 Expert-Backed Weight Loss Secrets
If you’re anything like the rest of us, weight has a habit of creeping up on you. That’s because there are periods in life, like the...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Oct 12, 2020
- 6 min
11 of the best whole grain cereals
It’s probably not terribly surprising that cereal is a leading breakfast option; it’s easy (your kids can even help themselves!), fast,...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Sep 20, 2020
- 4 min
The best ways to reduce sugar cravings
In honor of my latest book launch, I’m sharing some key ways to reduce sugar cravings. (You can pick up a copy of Sugar Shock HERE.)...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Aug 23, 2020
- 4 min
How to stop snacking at night
The urge to snack at night is real. According to a recent poll, 83% of Americans say they snack at night at least once a week and 20%...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Jun 21, 2020
- 5 min
5 Time-Saving Weekly Meal Prep Ideas
A key strategy to staying on track with healthy eating and managing your weight and health goals involves setting up your environment for...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Jun 10, 2020
- 5 min
12 Healthy Sweet Snacks to Crush Your Cravings
This is one of my favorite topics because A) I have a sweet tooth and B) I love nutrition and healthy eating! You don’t have to give up...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Oct 29, 2019
- 4 min
The healthiest canned pumpkin puree recipes
One of my favorite pantry staples is pumpkin puree, which can be used to boost flavor and bring major nutrition to your meals and snacks....
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Sep 22, 2019
- 4 min
7 Easy Tricks to Make Cereal More Filling
Cereal has been deemed the breakfast of champions, but your classic bowl of cereal and milk is likely to leave you hungry in an hour....
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Jul 6, 2019
- 5 min
The healthiest granola bars
Bars are a great portable snack, and while you can find healthier granola bars, some are loaded with added sugar and are closer to candy...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- May 30, 2019
- 4 min
A top tip to maintain glowing, youthful skin
There’s no easy way to say this: Too much sugar in your diet can make you look older and more tired because it damages the support...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Jan 5, 2019
- 5 min
The healthiest packaged snacks to buy from Target
As we enter the new year, one habit that may need a little attention is your snacking. I’m a huge fan of snacking when timed properly and...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Dec 4, 2018
- 4 min
Nutritious Soups for Every Occasion
Enjoying a bowl of hot soup is a bit like sipping on liquid comfort. But it’s much more than a way to warm up and feel cozy. Soup can be...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Sep 23, 2018
- 3 min
What I’m Loving Now: Healthier Treats to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
If you're looking for healthy treats to satisfy your sweet tooth, I have a few supermarket picks that meet my mark! What do I look for?...
Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD
- Aug 26, 2018
- 4 min
Healthy Snack Ideas
Product Pick of the Week (Scroll down for Healthy Snack Ideas) 88 Acres Organic Dark Chocolate Sunflower Seed Butter Nutrition highlights...