Author Archives: Lara Field

Three-Minute Meals

While many of us wish each night offered an opportunity to enjoy gourmet meals, the reality of everyday life rarely allows for such luxury. Instead of simply dialing your favorite takeout spot, we have gathered a few of our go-to, quick and healthy meals that are both satisfying and simple. Although some may take a bit […]

Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2018

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, FEED’s got you covered with simple gifts sure to make your mom smile. From the mom that loves to cook, to the mom that needs a day off, we’ve got something for everyone. Celebrate the most important woman in your life with one of these FEED-approved Mother’s Day […]

Meet Amanda

2017 is a year of growth for FEED, including welcoming a new dietitian to the practice! We are excited to welcome Amanda Lemein, MS, RD, LDN as our resident adolescent and adult specialist. Amanda has been working with Lara over the last three years, but 2017 marks her first full time role with FEED. Prior […]

Smart Snacking

To snack or not to snack? This is a question we hear often that does not always have a simple YES or NO answer. Snacks can be a healthy addition to meals and even a way to sneak in some extra nutrients from fiber-rich fruits and vegetables. However, snacking can also lead to consuming too […]

Got Milk?

Got Milk? Not so fast. According to the US Department of Agriculture, cow’s milk consumption has dropped about 25% in the past 30 years, while plant-based milk alternatives such as almond, soy, and rice, have increased nearly 11% since 1999! A growing number of Americans are choosing milk alternatives because of lactose intolerance, lower fat […]

Eat Seasonably – GRAPEFRUIT

While many fruits and vegetables provide vitamin C, half a grapefruit gives you 70% percent of what you need for the whole day!  In addition, grapefruits also have lycopene, an antioxidant credited with cancer prevention due to it’s free radical combating effects.  This FEED-approved winter citrus is the perfect cure for your winter blues! Selecting […]

Preventing Peanut Allergies

The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology recently released new guidelines suggesting earlier peanut introduction may prevent allergies. The new recommendations state peanut introduction should begin between 4-6 months of age, much earlier than previously advised. New research to support these guidelines suggest early introduction, after other first foods have been introduced, significantly decreases […]