You’ve heard it before. Breakfast and post workout meals are two important nutrition components of maintaining a healthy weight and gaining lean muscle mass. Smoothies are exceptional fuel for both occasions; here’s why. For breakfast, after hours of fasting while you’re asleep, liquid macronutrients will easily digest and quickly absorb in the body giving you a boost of energy to start your day. Post workout, protein intake is key within 15-45 minutes to build and repair mus

This is the most gorgeous and delicious yogurt parfait you will ever encounter. At least for me it was. The warm acorn squash mixed with creamy Greek yogurt and velvet pumpkin butter is only the beginning of a sensation overload! A variety of seasonal squash can be used as bowls for breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes. Here are six of many favorite concepts with vegetarian protein options, perfect to use for Thanksgiving leftovers. Enjoy them all and get creative with your own

It was my first time attending the annual Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo (FNCE) this year and I'm SO grateful it happened to be hosted in my favorite city Boston! I was able to catch up with family, friends from my hometown and from college, former colleagues, mentors and the most amazing dietitians of our nation! This is a Kate Moran special at Blue Moon Bagel Cafe. I kid you not. In the heart of Medfield Mass where I grew up, one of Boston's best bakeries provides t

I enjoy every moment of Saturday morning breakfast. It’s almost always the first thing that goes through my food-focused brain when I wake up. It may be because I don’t have to rush through a potentially delicious meal, or possibly because I’ve trained myself to get hungry in the morning. During the week I often have a fruit filled protein shake because it’s fortifying and quick during busy mornings (that’s for another blog post!) Whether you’re having a brunch gathering with

I savored every moment of Memorial Day weekend in Brooklyn, New York with my girlfriends from college! When on vacation it's natural to step away from the routine, fully rest and relax. Here are 10 tips that will help you stay on track to eating well, feeling good, and moving your body, while not digging too deep into your wallet. 1. Explore at the grocery store. Traveling diffuses into the local market, offering regional produce and cultural inspiration from the roots of you