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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 Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPMay 8, 2024 0

Premade protein shakes

With so many options in the sea of protein supplements from protein and collagen powders to protein bars and premade protein shakes, it can be very overwhelming knowing what to pick. Below are the results from my premade protein shake search.

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPApril 24, 2024 0

Building a healthy charcuterie board

Charcuterie (pronounced shaar-koo-tuh-ree) boards are a great way to bring people together and spark conversation. Whether served as a causal snack, an upscale appetizer or part of a lavish feast, the charcuterie board is a beloved culinary tradition. With a little planning, you can create a healthy and delicious charcuterie

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPApril 10, 2024 0

Pineberries: Give these Blushing Beauties a Try

When I was recently introduced to pineberries, I thought they were an under-ripe strawberry, but boy, was I wrong! These blushing berries are surprisingly sweet with a hint of tropical tartness.

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Jen Sohl-Marion, MPH, RDN, LDNMarch 27, 2024 0

10 tips for intermittent fasting

Over the last decade, more and more people have turned to intermittent fasting as a tool to improve metabolic flexibility, decrease the risk of chronic disease, optimize their longevity and simplify their lives. Fasting needs to be done in a way that works with one’s lifestyle, personality and physiology in

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Jen Sohl-Marion, MPH, RDN, LDNMarch 13, 2024 0

Air fryer favorites

There’s something about the air fryer that makes food more cravable. If you have the space to leave an air fryer out on the countertop, chances are you’ll use it all the time. Here are a few of my favorite convenient ways to use mine.

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Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPFebruary 28, 2024 0

My pick on protein bars

I am routinely asked about what kind of protein powders, protein bars and protein shakes I recommend. While I encourage a “food first” approach, I can completely appreciate the convenience of these items on occasion. However, just like any other processed food, the quality can vary greatly. When it comes

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Kelly Gehle, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPFebruary 14, 2024 0

Collagen supplements: are they worth it?

The popularity of collagen supplements has exploded over the last few years. As with most things, the benefits tend to get blown out of proportion on the internet. However, there might be some benefit to taking a collagen supplement. Let’s dig down into the science and see if it might

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Jen Sohl-Marion, MPH, RDN, LDNJanuary 24, 2024 0

Metabolic Flexibility — How to Improve It and Why You Want To

I often think of the expression “Bend so you don’t break” when I need to remind myself to be flexible in my mindset. As a yoga enthusiast, it also makes good literal sense to be physically flexible. But what about metabolic flexibility? I think the saying applies here too. Being

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Jen Sohl-Marion, MPH, RDN, LDNJanuary 10, 2024 0

Electrolyte water: helpful or just hype?

Electrolyte drinks (think Gatorade and Powerade) have been marketed to athletes for decades, but in the last few years electrolyte water, powder, drops and tablets have become all the rage. With electrolyte replacement options galore on the store shelves, you may be wondering if you should be taking them. There’s

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Ashley Bailey, MS, RDN, LDN, IFNCPDecember 13, 2023 0

11 sweet seasons for giving

Well SAS, you outdid yourselves once again! For 11 years, we've been collecting and donating leftover and excess Halloween candy. This year, the SAS Health Center Center and VETS Employee Inclusion Group challenged SAS families to raise the {candy} bar once again...and boy did you do that! We tipped the

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