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Lauren Manaker

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Lauren Manaker (she/her) is an award-winning registered dietitian and freelance writer who is passionate about providing evidence-based nutrition information in a fun and interesting way. She also spends her time raising her 6-year-old daughter, playing in the kitchen with her husband, and managing her fertility and pregnancy nutrition-focused instagram page @LaurenLovesNutrition.

https://www.NutritionNowCounseling.com

Latest Posts From Lauren

20 Healthy Grocery-Store Snacks For People With Diabetes

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20 Healthy Grocery-Store Snacks For People With Diabetes

Who doesn't love a good snack?

18 Friendsgiving Food Ideas For 2024

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18 Friendsgiving Food Ideas For 2024

In recent years, rounding up your besties to celebrate Friendsgiving has become one of the season's best and most loved traditions.

The 14 Best Foods to Eat When You're Sick, According to a Dietitian

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The 14 Best Foods to Eat When You're Sick, According to a Dietitian

If you've ever woken up feeling like you just ran an unplanned marathon — this one's for you.

Everyone's Favorite Fall Spice Has Been a Superfood All Along

Nov 13, 2024

Everyone's Favorite Fall Spice Has Been a Superfood All Along

Say hello to a rising star in the world of spices: Ceylon cinnamon.

A Dietitian's Defense of the Store-Bought Thanksgiving Dinner

Nov 8, 2024

A Dietitian's Defense of the Store-Bought Thanksgiving Dinner

Because I'm a dietitian, it might surprise some that my Thanksgiving spread doesn't involve toiling over a hot stove all day.

Are Smoothies Actually Healthy? A Dietitian Settles the Debate

Oct 22, 2024

Are Smoothies Actually Healthy? A Dietitian Settles the Debate

When you're running low on fuel, smoothies seem like an easy, good-for-you option.

The 10 Best-Tasting "Healthy" Halloween Candies, Ranked by a Dietitian

Oct 21, 2024

The 10 Best-Tasting "Healthy" Halloween Candies, Ranked by a Dietitian

In recent years, the world of confectionery has seen a significant shift towards "better-for-you" candies, reflecting an increasing consumer demand for health-conscious alternatives.

Is Sea Moss Good For You? RDs Break Down the Health Benefits

Oct 18, 2024

Is Sea Moss Good For You? RDs Break Down the Health Benefits

Within the vast ocean of wellness trends, you may have encountered the aquatic gem known as sea moss.

Are Pumpkin Seeds Good For You? RDs Explain the Surprising Health Benefits

Oct 18, 2024

Are Pumpkin Seeds Good For You? RDs Explain the Surprising Health Benefits

From pumpkin spice lattes to pumpkin cake, pumpkin gets plenty of (well-deserved) attention, especially once fall rolls around.

9 High-Protein Vegetables to Add to Your Diet, According to an RDN

Oct 16, 2024

9 High-Protein Vegetables to Add to Your Diet, According to an RDN

While most of us agree that vegetables are an essential component of a balanced diet, we often focus on the antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fiber they deliver.

How Much Fiber Should You Really Be Eating Every Day? RDs Explain

Oct 7, 2024

How Much Fiber Should You Really Be Eating Every Day? RDs Explain

Also known as roughage, fiber is perhaps best known to help people go number two.

The 7 Best Protein Cereals, According to a Dietitian

Sep 30, 2024

The 7 Best Protein Cereals, According to a Dietitian

Cereal wears many hats in many kitchens — it's the unsung hero of the breakfast table, a champion of quick dinners (unless you're Nara Smith), and a midnight snack confidante.