[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jackie Ballou MS, RD, LDN “What diet should I choose to lose weight?” is by far the most commonly asked question I receive from clients, friends and family. It’s no wonder people are confused about what to eat to manage their weight considering the number of conflicting nutrition messages we are exposed to on a … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jackie Ballou, MS, RD To my delight, my boyfriend’s mother recently made me up a bag of fresh vegetables to take home. The delectable leaves, roots and flowers inside were anything but ordinary. She told me one of the vibrant looking leaves was an herb called amaranth. I was surprised, for I knew amaranth to … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Looking for a tasty and healthy dish for the summer? Try this versatile cranberry couscous salad. It’s a great side dish but also complete enough to be a meal itself. This low glycemic salad is nutrient-packed with lots of fiber, protein, B6, folate, vitamin E and healthy mono-unsaturated fats. It’s delicious hot or cold which makes it … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Want to eat healthy but short on time? Here are a few tips to streamline healthy eating for you and your family. 1. Plan Ahead Planning is key to eating healthy with limited time. Invest 15-30 minutes a week into planning meals and your grocery list. Think of 2-3 breakfast and lunch options and 3-5 dinners. … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jackie Ballou, MS, RD Eating dinner as a family holds benefits that go beyond nutrition. Kids who eat more family meals at home are more apt to have better quality diets than those who eat more meals out. Research shows that teens eating regular family meals at home are less likely to use drugs, experience … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Nutrition bars are a popular treat. They are a great grab-and-go option for breakfast paired with some fruit, or a good mid-day snack. While there are many healthy options on the market, why not take a stab at making your own? Some recipes involve a long list of ingredients, but these Homeade Luna Bars are quick, simple … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Eating disorders are scary. They’re scary for the person suffering and for those who love them. If you’ve witnessed someone close to you struggle with an eating disorder, chances are you’ve felt powerless at one point or another. The good news is, there are many resources available to support you and those dealing with eating … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are very pleased to welcome registered dietitian Jackie Ballou, MS, RD to our team. Jackie comes to us with a great deal of pediatric nutrition experience. She currently works in the Optimal Weight for Life (OWL) program at Children’s Hospital and previously worked in numerous pediatric clinics throughout the Greater Boston through MGH. She’s helped numerous children and … Read more