
WHAT WE EAT
Ask the RD
Welcome to our interactive nutrition blog. Yes! You help drive the content of this blog each month by sending in nutrition-focused questions. Our registered dietitian is excited to answer questions to help guide you to living your best, healthiest life.
Your questions are reviewed each month for response and then published in this monthly blog.
We also invite you to use the search bar to find previously answered questions supporting a topic of interest. If we haven’t answered your question yet, please submit and watch the next blog post for your answer.
Ask the RD | April
Learn more about milk substitutes and healthier alternatives to cream in recipes, plus nutritional values of various types of flour. And what about that dark chocolate - is it good for you and how much is too much?
Ask the RD | March
We’re covering creative healthy twists with store-bought salads, weighing in on coconuts, enriched vs. fortified foods, and carb timing with diabetes.
Ask the RD | February
This month we are learning that Vitamin D isn't a one-size fits all, lowering risk of osteoporosis, and diving into thoughts on the carnivore diet.
Ask the RD | January
We are covering many topics this month: how heat - like a microwave - can change the nutritional value of food, choosing the right oil for your cooking needs - not all oils are made for the same temperatures, how unhealthy are processed meats, and foods to help with cholesterol and glycemic levels.
Ask the RD | December
Let’s learn together: understanding the healthy plate in balancing your fruits and veggies - did you know peas are carbs?!, how to cut the high sugar and high fat cravings, best food choices pre- and post-exercise, and sugar substitute options.
Ask the RD | November
We are covering supplements - are they healthy, the health benefits of nuts, disguising veggies in food, cheese options for lactose intolerant, tomatoes vs. arthritis, starchy vs. non-starchy veggies, whole milk products vs. others, and low fiber food choices.
Ask the RD | October
We've got a variety of topics covered: healthy fats, keto diet transition, managing restricted foods for health, protein intake for vegan food choices, and managing foods for weight loss.
Let's Have an Introduction
Ask the RD is a new resource for our Basecamp community. Our registered dietitian, Jamie, welcomes your nutrition questions where she will review and answer them each month. This will be an ongoing section in our newsletter.