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Life has been crazy lately. I just took the GRE last Friday, and I’ve been finishing up my applications to graduate school. Under the added recent pressures my boyfriend and I ended up eating more takeout than usual. Since I … Continue reading
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Wait. How many tablespoons of sugar did I just drink?? I like coffee. I really like Starbucks™. Some may call me a card-carrying member of … Continue reading
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I overreacted the other day to an article posted on Twitter® from @DietitianOnline- article ‘Think Again, Dagwood: Cut Calories on your Sandwich‘ by Dan Naumovich. While my outcry against @DietitianOnline was over the top and unjustified (I apologize!), the article actually … Continue reading
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The supplement industry exploded over the past 10 years. As the world of supplements rapidly grows, navigating the supplement isles has become a daunting task. Recently, I stopped by GNC looking for multivitamin. However, after the salesman attempted to sell … Continue reading
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My obsession with yoga began 9 years ago, when I missed my regular aerobic class at the gym and the only starting class was yoga. Instantly, I fell in love. In no time I could see and feel the numerous benefits of … Continue reading
Have you noticed the cupcake craze? Everywhere I go I see something–a new street vendor, bake sale, store window, or even journal cover – cupcake. Looking back the cupcake trend started a few years ago by now household names like the West Village’s Magnolia Bakery ™ and Beverly Hill’s Sprinkles Cupcake ™ . As our world becomes more engulfed
in cupcakes it is hard not to think of them as an everyday treat. Tempting as cupcakes may be, they are not meal replacements. Packed with simple sugars and saturated fats instead of complex carbohydrates, heart healthy fats and proteins,
cupcakes are calorie-dense but nutrient-poor once-in-while desserts. In other words, the sugar in 1 average cupcake is equivalent to the amount of sugar in 1 regular soda.
I must confess. I love sweets. I know I cannot let my sweet tooth guide me. So, what are my rules to navigate the land o’ cupcakes?
or Crumbs™ or orders from Sprinkles Cupcakes™ very special and occasional.However, when you do decide to indulge, take a moment and savor it.
- Ori
I simply love the stuff.
Greek yogurt has become a staple in my refrigerator. I’m continually finding more ways to use and enjoy it. I’m not the only one who’s just on the Greek yogurt bandwagon. I’m sure you’ve noticed more and more yogurt brands popping out their own version. So, what’s the magic behind the Greek yogurt?
Greek yogurt is a strained yogurt, and actually is nothing new. Strained yogurt has used in Eastern Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian cooking for years. It’s made by straining out some of the whey (the liquid part) from regular yogurt. Straining the yogurt leaves it smooth and thick, with a slightly sour taste. Ok, seemingly less magical.
Greek yogurt’s popularity (and maybe the ‘magic’) is attributed to its nutritional content. It’s an excellent source of calcium, protein, and probiotics (healthy gut bacteria that are thought to improve health). In fact, Greek yogurt can contain up to 3 times more protein than regular yogurt, depending on the brand. Translation: one serving of Greek yogurt could contain up to 20 – 30% of your daily protein needs.
You could try: adding Greek yogurt instead of regular yogurt to your smoothie, or to your baked potato instead of sour cream, or mix it with whole grain cereal for a power-packed protein breakfast or snack. You might find a delicious new treat. There are also a large variety of flavors to taste. Currently, my favorites are the 0% fat blueberry, or honey Chobani ™ yogurts, and plain Total 0% fat Fage ™ Greek yogurt! So, Greek yogurt may not be “magical,” but it is a very good thing. It is clear my love for Greek yogurt is far over. I’m continually looking for new flavors and recipes using this tasty stuff. How do you like your Greek yogurt?
- Ori
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- Sara & Ori
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I’ve contemplated entering the blogging world for quite some time. I’m inspired by some of my favorite blogs, written by both professional bloggers Nutrition Blog Network and my close friends PeaceLoveandFood and colleagues JugglingwithJulia. Finally, one of my best friends, Orianna convinced me to collaborate with her. At first, I was skeptical; I work full-time, volunteer, and I am applying to graduate school… in addition to several other professional projects I am working on.
Ori pointed out to me, as dietitians we are forever being asked some variation of “what should I eat/drink to lose/maintain/gain weight?” We also realized that many people who are interested in this type of information are like us—busy, working professionals juggling work, family/relationships, and their social lives while trying to maintain their sanity- and their waistline! We wanted a way to bring our knowledge, strategies, and resources to busy folks like ourselves and thus our blog – Spoon Fork Dietitians – was born!
- Sara
Sara and Orianna, SpoonForkDietitians & Co-Founders of Thrive Nutrition-Boston, tailored nutrition programs meeting online and in-person, met in 2009 while completing their dietetic internships at the Harvard Medical School affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC). They first bonded over their love for food, fashion and vodka martinis with olives.
Orianna loves challenges, fashion, painted fingernails, yoga, and above all NUTRITION. Orianna has degrees in Dietetics and Psychology from University of Wisconsin. After completing her dietetic internship, she also completed the LEAH Nutrition Fellowship in adolescence medicine at the renowned Children’s Hospital Boston. She worked as a clinical dietitian at BIDMC, Children’s Hospital Boston and University of Wisconsin Hospital with young adults on healthy changes.
Not only is Orianna excited about nutrition, but also is passionate about teaching power yoga. Her obsession began in 2004, when she stumbled into nutrition and fitness 101 almost by accident and fell instantly in love. She completed the Core Power Yoga Vinyasa Teacher Training in 2007; and since has taught over one thousand classes. She likes to teach the type of class she would like to take- one that pushes both physical and mental boundaries.
Orianna’s energy and enthusiasm is inspiring. She continually seeks opportunities to explore new places, interesting ideas, and creative points of view. All in all, she can’t live without: a good laugh, a shopping (even window) spree, a well blended Martini and music that makes you dance.
Sara has zealous passion for wellness via good nutrition and sweating daily! She holds degrees in both Nutrition and Business Administration from Simmons College. Sara works as an outpatient dietitian aiding clients with diverse nutrition related needs. She specializes in counseling to help clients with weight loss, management of diabetes and during pregnancy and lactation. Sara also works as a research dietitian for the Harvard School of Public Health.
Sara is a self-proclaimed foodie! She enjoys all things food-related including cooking, gardening, shopping at farmers’ markets, dining out, and even grocery shopping! Aside from nutrition, Sara loves writing, traveling, reading, dancing, swimming, and running. Life’s staples include: a good playlist, pedicures, the Sunday Times and a stiff drink- cheers!
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We work hard, play hard, eat well, and move daily. Join us, two twenty-somethings, urban dwelling dietitians, while we juggle our crazy lives and somehow keep our minds sharp, our bodies fit- and do it all with style. We are SpoonForkDietitians.
