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Sharpen that pencil, grab a notepad and put on your thinking cap!! The folks at Miss Chef RD have put together a series of weekly live web chats that will feature Registered Dietitians with a variety of specialized backgrounds. Have a favorite recipe on hand that you would like to modify with some healthy and creative suggestions? Perhaps you've been told you're "pre-diabetic" by your primary care physician and aren't completely sure what that means? Maybe you're simply thirsty for general nutrition information? We can quench that thirst for knowledge with diverse, qualified Registered Dietitians ready to answer your questions. Space is limited to so sign up today for this exclusive offering!

I will be leading the chat on September 16th from 8-9pm EST focused on "Eating Healthy with Diabetes." I hope you'll join in the conversation!

Exciting news--I will be hosting two workshops in August! Here's the low-down:

Tuesday, August 24th from 5:30pm to 7pm: Weight Management Workshop

Wednesday, August 25th from 5:30pm to 7pm: Sports Nutrition Workshop for Recreational & Casual Exercisers

Please see flyers for details and registration information. Space is limited, reserve your spot today! Registration is due no later than Friday, August 20th.

July is National Blueberry Month! These tangy, sweet berries are a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins A, C, E, and K plus fiber, manganese, iron and antioxidants. Blueberries contain an assortment of phytochemicals, which are plant pigments known to aid in disease prevention. Anthocyanin, the phytochemical in highest abundance in blueberries, has been linked to cancer prevention, protection against dementia-related diseases, and improving urinary tract, heart, and vision health.

The US Highbush Blueberry Council suggests the following to maximize blueberry enjoyment:

• Toss a green-and-blue salad: dress greens with lemony vinaigrette, and top with grilled shrimp or chicken, crumbled blue cheese, toasted nuts and plenty of blueberries 
• Stack fresh fruit snacks: in plastic cups, layer low-fat pudding or yogurt with crushed cereal or graham crackers and fruit, such as fresh blueberries, strawberries, and diced peaches. Chill before serving.
• Get saucy with blueberries: In a microwavable dish, heat 1/4 cup blueberry jam until just melted, about 20 seconds. Fold in 2 cups of blueberries and heat until the berries begin to pop, about 30-60 seconds. Stir gently and cool to room temperature. Serve over whole grain pancakes or French toast.