by Deborah Hanyon, MPH, RDN, ACE-CHC | Nov 28, 2025 | Cooking Tips
(Note: this is a post originally written in 2020). Soup is one of the easiest ways to get a lot of nutrition in a very small bowl (or large bowl if you prefer)! 😉 Since I know that many of you are looking for healthy soup recipes, especially in light of the COVID-19...
by Deborah Hanyon, MPH, RDN, ACE-CHC | Nov 1, 2025 | Nutrition and Health
The 3 benefits of the Color of Vegetables discussed here expand to much more. However, to simplify, let's categorize the benefits of the color of vegetables into three broad categories: (post contains affiliate links) 1) Minerals 2) Vitamins 3) Phytonutrients (This...
by Deborah Hanyon, MPH, RDN, ACE-CHC | Sep 1, 2025 | Food Allergies and Special Diets
This was a previously published article from 2018 with information on artificial additives that have been shown to have adverse effects on the nervous systems of sensitive individuals. MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) is an amino acid used as a flavor enhancer in soups,...
by Deborah Hanyon, MPH, RDN, ACE-CHC | Aug 25, 2025 | Nutrition and Health
How to Give Your Kids a Summer That Balances Learning and Fun When school lets out and long, sunny days take over, the pressure to make summer both enriching and enjoyable can feel like an unsolvable riddle. But it’s not about cramming worksheets between playdates....
by Deborah Hanyon, MPH, RDN, ACE-CHC | Aug 2, 2025 | Nutrition and Health
Living well isn’t about chasing some flawless version of life. It's about stacking the small, intentional choices that give each day a little more clarity, balance, and ease. There’s no universal prescription, no one-size-fits-all morning ritual or miracle routine....
