Lauren is a registered dietitian and freelance writer with work that can be seen on CNBC, Greatist, and LIVESTRONG.com. She graduated from Western Michigan University and completed her dietetic internship at Michigan State University. Although not fully plant-based, Lauren will never turn down a vegetable and makes sure they are on her plate at every meal.
Lauren Armstrong, RDN
Add These Foods to Your Diet to Alleviate Migraine Symptoms
If you have ever experienced a migraine, you know how debilitating it can be. You’d do anything to prevent one or to get rid of it when it strikes. Migraines are not just headaches. The Mayo Clinic categorizes migraines as a severe type of headache that lasts longer than an average headache, leaves your head throbbing or pulsing, and can often be accompanied by nausea, and extreme sensitivity to l
Eat According to Your Biological Clock to Burn Fat and Build Muscle
Nutrition isn’t one size fits all: The macro and micronutrients you may need are likely completely different from your sibling, spouse, and coworkers. We often focus on what we're eating and how much, but there’s a third aspect that often gets overlooked.
The newest science in weight los...
To Lose Weight And Keep It Off, Add These Plant-Based Foods to Your Plate
When you set out to lose weight, chances are your focus on diet and exercise, which is a healthy start, But it's also important to focus on why you're losing weight and then go about it the healthy way, by adding more whole plant-based foods to your plate, rather than thinking about restricting your diet to unsustainable extremes...
The Health Benefits of Cinnamon and How It Can Help With Weight Loss
A sprinkle of cinnamon on oatmeal, coffee, and other baked goods, gives it a festive touch of spice, especially as the weather gets colder. But beyond its great flavor, cinnamon can also benefit your overall health.
Cinnamon has been used for thousands of years as a spice, but also as medicine. The...
What’s the Best Oil to Cook With? Canola? Vegetable Oil? An Expert’s Take
You try to cook healthy – and mostly plant-based – but when it comes time to choose which oil to add to the pan, which is better: Canola, vegetable, or another oil altogether? These oils look the same, act the same, and are often used interchangeably but they have very different nutritional profiles. Here's how to m...
What Do Probiotics Do and Are They Helpful for Losing Weight?
We have all heard about probiotics, found in certain foods and supplements, but have you ever wondered exactly what they do? And does adding probiotics to your diet help you lose weight? It turns out that probiotics have a vital role in the health and wellbeing of our digestive system, starting in the gut and two recent studies support the idea that probiotics help you lose weight if that's a goal
What is a Calorie Deficit and Should You Try it For Weight Loss?
Calories get a bad rap. In essence, they are the way to measure your body's energy source, a simple unit for the fuel that keeps us driving and thriving, derived from the food and drink we consume. Each of us requires different amounts of energy, depending on our age, daily activity level, body composition, innate metabolism, and even our stress levels (we burn more when under the gun).
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To Avoid Triggers and Lower Risk of IBD: Ditch Processed Foods
If you find yourself unable to be too far away from a bathroom at any given moment, especially when you’re eating, you may be dealing with irritable bowel disease (IBD). The unpredictable urge or flare-up of this condition can be anxiety-inducing, leaving you worried to leave the home and affecting your personal life.
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Does Apple Cider Vinegar Help You Lose Weight? An RD’s Take & How to Make It
When you look up all the various ways to lose weight, apple cider vinegar shows up, but the question is, would shooting back some apple cider vinegar actually help you shed a few pounds? The use of apple cider vinegar for health purposes dates back to 400 B.C. in anc...
The Best Post-Workout Vegan Foods to Build Muscle, Have More Energy
You just crushed your workout and now are in search of the best post-workout foods that will help you build muscle, have energy, and promote your recovery. While you may have had a great vegan pre-workout meal, you will also need to refuel after work out with a healthy mix of carbohydrates, proteins, healthy fats, and more.
What are the best ve...