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SAS Nutrition

As a staff of certified nutritionists, our mission is to bring you the most up-to-date nutrition information that will enable employees to make strategic nutrition choices for their personal health needs and the needs of their family.

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Kelly LeSage, MS, RDN, LDNJanuary 22, 2020 0

How to Make Ghee

Ghee is a type of clarified butter that’s been used for thousands of years in Indian cooking and Ayurvedic medicine. Clarified butter simply means that the water and milk proteins have been removed from the butter, by cooking.

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Kelly LeSage, MS, RDN, LDNJanuary 8, 2020 2

Eating 8-10 Servings of Fruits and Vegetables

We all know that eating fruits and vegetables is good for us. This is a message we have heard since we were kids. The USDA recommends eating 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. However, nutrition experts and research suggest that more is better, typically agreeing that at least 8-10 servings

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDNDecember 18, 2019 0

8 Sweet Seasons for Giving

Well SAS, you outdid yourselves once again! For 8 years running, we've been collecting and donating leftover and excess Halloween candy from SAS families. After last year's record breaking 680 pounds of donated candy, we challenged you to raise the {candy} bar even higher this year...and man did you do

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Jen Sohl-Marion, MPH, RDN, LDNDecember 11, 2019 0

Navigating Holiday Gatherings with Moderation in Mind

Who says that holidays have to be stuffed with belly-stuffing traditions? While the average American gains about one to two pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, weight gain, indigestion and post-meal sluggishness do not have to be on your wish list.

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDNNovember 20, 2019 3

DIY Mason Jar Snack Packs

If you’re like me, you have a random assortment of mason jars around the house in all shapes and sizes. While I use them on a fairly regular basis, some of them are forgotten in the bottom of the cabinet. However, this clever kitchen hack will help you upcycle those

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDNNovember 13, 2019 2

Healthy Snacks on the Go

With the holidays quickly approaching, many of us have quite a bit of travel ahead and/or overall increased busyness running around from here to there. When you’re on the go, it can be difficult to continue to eat nutrient dense, healthy foods. However, with a little planning (and patience!) you

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Kelly LeSage, MS, RDN, LDNOctober 23, 2019 0

Hair Loss in Women: Common Causes and Solutions

Hair loss in women is, unfortunately, fairly common. Studies tell us that 30-50% of women under the age of 50 will be affected. Of course, some hair loss is normal. We typically shed around 100 strands of hair daily due to normal turnover. Hair loss beyond that can happen either

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Kelly LeSage, MS, RDN, LDNOctober 9, 2019 7

Meals Made Easy: Sheet Pan Recipes

Sheet pan meals have been gaining in popularity over the last few years, and for good reason. I’m a big fan of having fewer dishes to clean up at the end of a meal. I also like easy recipes that require minimal steps. My favorite sheet pan recipes typically include

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Jen Sohl-Marion, MPH, RDN, LDNSeptember 25, 2019 2

Don't Go Topless: Root Vegetables

Most people buy carrots, beets, turnips and radishes to eat the roots of these vegetables, but they often come with the tops still attached. Loaded with B vitamins, vitamin K, potassium and fiber, it is a shame to throw the greens in the trash. So, what should you do with

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Jen Sohl-Marion, MPH, RDN, LDNSeptember 11, 2019 0

Slow Down Before You Eat Up: 3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Take Your Next Bite

If you sometimes sneak in a quick dinner while driving your kids to practice or a hold a sandwich in your left hand while typing the last few lines of your project with your right, then you are no stranger to distracted eating. Or maybe the big surprise ending to

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