Sara Pellegrino is a Dietetics Intern at Tulane University’s School of Public Health.  See some of Sara’s great pics and recipe creations on her Instagram (dietitian_girl). Coconuts have quickly become this season’s most buzzed about nutrition trend. From water, to chips, and now to oil, coconuts are making their presence known throughout the nation’s health food [...]

I’ve noticed that many people are starting Spring Cleanses and Detoxes.   While there is nothing wrong with these; they are quick fixes.  Eat an extreme diet for one week then go back to unhealthy ways.   And besides, everyone hates diets and most of them don’t work in the long term.  Why not try something [...]

Did You Know? It is not normal for the human brain to deteriorate with age. Good News The brain is part of the body and, therefore, is nourished by the foods that you eat. Not only is it possible to have a flexible and strong body in your later years, it is also possible for [...]