When it comes to food and drinks, there are many questions about what’s good for you and whether you should change your diet. One of the top most contentious health debates is, “Is a gluten-free diet healthier for you?” Dr. Daniela Novotny, a registered dietitian and biomedical sciences instructor at Missouri State University, provides an answer to this … [Read more...] about Is a gluten-free diet healthier for you?
Nowadays, many people practice intermittent fasting, also known as IF, to lose weight and get fit. What exactly is IF? How do you do IF? How does this diet plan help with weight loss? Natalie Allen, registered dietitian and clinical instructor of biomedical sciences at Missouri State University, and Leah Brooke, a Missouri State dietetic intern, answer these questions and … [Read more...] about Here’s what to know about intermittent fasting
One college degree was not enough for professional eater Randy Santel. About 11 years and nearly 730,000 YouTube subscribers later, he almost has his second. However, this time around it will be in dietetics. Santel received his construction management bachelor's degree at Missouri State University in 2008. He worked in construction for five years until deciding that it … [Read more...] about Professional eater takes on second college degree
If you’re an endurance athlete, such as a triathlete or long-distance runner, you must eat right to get through your workouts and stay healthy. So, what’s the best diet to follow? Natalie Allen, a registered dietitian and clinical instructor of biomedical sciences at Missouri State University, shares some helpful pointers with Aaptiv. … [Read more...] about What kind of diet is good for endurance athletes?
The keto diet has become one of the most popular diets today. However, this diet is not without controversy. Researchers are studying whether this diet, which promotes eating high-fat foods, could cause harmful effects in the long run. Natalie Allen, registered dietitian and clinical instructor of biomedical sciences at Missouri State University, and Leah Brooke, a Missouri … [Read more...] about Breaking down the keto diet