Reducing Food Waste in Foodservice
October 16, 2018 by Doreen Garelick, Dietetic Intern
Our intern Doreen attended a food waste summit for restaurants and compiled these tips to help food service operators redirect…
Recipes
March 6, 2014 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This healthy apple oatmeal recipe is simple to make and contains just 1g sat. fat per serving!
This healthy apple oatmeal recipe is simple to make and contains just 1g sat. fat per serving!
Nutrition 101
February 11, 2014 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Find out which foods you should make a part of a healthy dinner date.
Find out which foods you should make a part of a healthy dinner date.
Recipes
January 28, 2014 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
At just 273 calories per serving, this turkey chili recipe makes for a delicious party dish or dinner entrée.
At just 273 calories per serving, this turkey chili recipe makes for a delicious party dish or dinner entrée.
Recipes
January 23, 2014 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This healthy alternative to deep-fried chicken wings is just as tasty and contains only 2g of saturated fat per serving.
This healthy alternative to deep-fried chicken wings is just as tasty and contains only 2g of saturated fat per serving.
Recipes
December 10, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock presents a healthy pork fried rice dish, containing 60% less fat than a typical recipe.
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock presents a healthy pork fried rice dish, containing 60% less fat than a typical recipe.
Recipes
November 29, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This healthy alternative to cranberry sauce is just as tasty and contains only a quarter of the calories!
This healthy alternative to cranberry sauce is just as tasty and contains only a quarter of the calories!
Nutrition 101
October 25, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This little-known nutrient plays a vital role in our diets. Find out why you might need more of it.
This little-known nutrient plays a vital role in our diets. Find out why you might need more of it.
Recipes
September 11, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Sr. Culinary Nutritionist shares one of her favorite salad recipes utilizing fresh sweet corn.
Sr. Culinary Nutritionist shares one of her favorite salad recipes utilizing fresh sweet corn.
Recipes
August 12, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Cool off with this refreshing, 50-calorie melon granita recipe.
Cool off with this refreshing, 50-calorie melon granita recipe.
Recipes
August 9, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares her healthy and delicious recipe for Tomato Bruschetta.
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares her healthy and delicious recipe for Tomato Bruschetta.
Recipes
August 6, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A delicious, healthy, cucumber salad recipe from Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock.
A delicious, healthy, cucumber salad recipe from Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock.
Nutrition 101
July 17, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
You may know your body needs probiotics, but did you know the gastrointestinal system also needs prebiotics to function properly?
You may know your body needs probiotics, but did you know the gastrointestinal system also needs prebiotics to function properly?
Nutrition 101
July 11, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock explains the benefits of probiotics and gives examples of natural food sources.
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock explains the benefits of probiotics and gives examples of natural food sources.
Recipes
July 3, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Try this low-calorie, low-fat, healthy potato salad recipe that makes no compromises in terms of taste.
Try this low-calorie, low-fat, healthy potato salad recipe that makes no compromises in terms of taste.
Nutrition 101
June 5, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Natalia Hancock, R.D., discusses how certain foods and recipes can help alleviate the symptoms of osteoarthritis.
Natalia Hancock, R.D., discusses how certain foods and recipes can help alleviate the symptoms of osteoarthritis.
Nutrition 101
May 30, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock dispels some more common myths concerning how fat and carbs affect body weight.
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock dispels some more common myths concerning how fat and carbs affect body weight.
Nutrition 101
May 23, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock dispels some common myths surrounding skipping meals and eating gluten.
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock dispels some common myths surrounding skipping meals and eating gluten.
Recipes
May 3, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A delicious, healthy taco salad recipe made with avocado, turkey and pico de gallo.
A delicious, healthy taco salad recipe made with avocado, turkey and pico de gallo.
Recipes
April 29, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This healthy and delicious rhubarb custard dessert contains just 200 calories per serving.
This healthy and delicious rhubarb custard dessert contains just 200 calories per serving.
Nutrition 101
April 24, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock suggests what to eat to boost your vitamin D levels.
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock suggests what to eat to boost your vitamin D levels.
Recipes
April 18, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This delicious, healthy pea soup recipe is perfect for the spring weather and contains just 1 gram of saturated fat.
This delicious, healthy pea soup recipe is perfect for the spring weather and contains just 1 gram of saturated fat.
Behind the Scenes, Events, Where to find SPE-certified
April 12, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock blogs from aboard Celebrity Cruises’ Reflection where SPE-certified nutritious and delicious cuisine hit the decks on Saturday, April 6th.
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock blogs from aboard Celebrity Cruises’ Reflection where SPE-certified nutritious and delicious cuisine hit the decks on Saturday, April 6th.
Recipes
March 28, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This delicious healthy deviled eggs recipe is low in calories, saturated fat and sodium. They're great as an Easter appetizer or snack!
This delicious healthy deviled eggs recipe is low in calories, saturated fat and sodium. They're great as an Easter appetizer or snack!
Nutrition 101, SPE Certified's Perfect Pantry
March 13, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares her expertise on which fats and oils she keeps on hand, and how to limit saturated fat in oils.
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares her expertise on which fats and oils she keeps on hand, and how to limit saturated fat in oils.
Recipes
March 8, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares her healthy and delicious recipe for Chicken Apple Sausage.
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares her healthy and delicious recipe for Chicken Apple Sausage.
Recipes
February 27, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This delicious South American quinoa salad is full of chunky vegetables and is accompanied by a flavorful, heart-healthy vinaigrette.
This delicious South American quinoa salad is full of chunky vegetables and is accompanied by a flavorful, heart-healthy vinaigrette.
Recipes
February 14, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
These delicious little chocolate treats are great for guests and contain less than 2g of saturated fat each.
These delicious little chocolate treats are great for guests and contain less than 2g of saturated fat each.
Nutrition 101
February 7, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock discusses how to reduce your risk of heart disease – the leading cause of death in the United States.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock discusses how to reduce your risk of heart disease – the leading cause of death in the United States.
Recipes
January 31, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This delicious cherry, chocolate and almond smoothie contains 19g of protein and just 2g of saturated fat, as well as 916mg of potassium.
This delicious cherry, chocolate and almond smoothie contains 19g of protein and just 2g of saturated fat, as well as 916mg of potassium.
Nutrition 101
January 16, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock and Dietetic Intern Keeley Mezzancello discuss the best foods to eat when you're sick.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock and Dietetic Intern Keeley Mezzancello discuss the best foods to eat when you're sick.
Recipes
January 8, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares her "Healing Chicken Soup" recipe, a nutritious and delicious dish perfect for the cold winter months.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares her "Healing Chicken Soup" recipe, a nutritious and delicious dish perfect for the cold winter months.
Nutrition 101
December 31, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock takes us through the simple steps involved in making your own delicious and nutritious chicken stock.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock takes us through the simple steps involved in making your own delicious and nutritious chicken stock.
Nutrition 101
December 27, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock takes us through the surprisingly simple process of roasting a whole chicken. Try it yourself today!
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock takes us through the surprisingly simple process of roasting a whole chicken. Try it yourself today!
Recipes
December 26, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A serving of this healthy lobster pappardelle contains just 320 calories and 1g of saturated fat!
A serving of this healthy lobster pappardelle contains just 320 calories and 1g of saturated fat!
Nutrition 101
December 19, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Nutrition expert Natalia Hancock shares her tips on how to maintain a healthy diet during the holidays.
Nutrition expert Natalia Hancock shares her tips on how to maintain a healthy diet during the holidays.
Recipes
December 18, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This delicious salad is packed with Vitamin C, which may help fight off infections during these cold winter months!
This delicious salad is packed with Vitamin C, which may help fight off infections during these cold winter months!
Recipes
December 3, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Fruit cake is often a polarizing dish, but we guarantee this one is both nutritious and delicious!
Fruit cake is often a polarizing dish, but we guarantee this one is both nutritious and delicious!
Recipes
November 21, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Try this healthy and delicious alternative to your traditional American apple pie, with 0g of saturated fat and just 173kcal per serving.
Try this healthy and delicious alternative to your traditional American apple pie, with 0g of saturated fat and just 173kcal per serving.
Recipes
November 15, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Try this delicious and nutritious holiday snack to whet the appetites of your guests before the Thanksgiving feast!
Try this delicious and nutritious holiday snack to whet the appetites of your guests before the Thanksgiving feast!
Recipes
November 15, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Try this delicious roasted sweet potato recipe as a healthy alternative to the traditional casserole with marshmallows!
Try this delicious roasted sweet potato recipe as a healthy alternative to the traditional casserole with marshmallows!
Nutrition 101
November 8, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock gives 3 traditional Thanksgiving recipes a healthy makeover.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock gives 3 traditional Thanksgiving recipes a healthy makeover.
Recipes
November 8, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A healthy, delicious, quick and easy berry smoothie recipe with chia seeds.
A healthy, delicious, quick and easy berry smoothie recipe with chia seeds.
Recipes
November 7, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This healthy and delicious pumpkin banana bread is easy to make and contains just 1g of saturated fat per serving.
This healthy and delicious pumpkin banana bread is easy to make and contains just 1g of saturated fat per serving.
Recipes
November 6, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This healthy chia pudding recipe is a delicious way to make sure you're getting your omega-3s!
This healthy chia pudding recipe is a delicious way to make sure you're getting your omega-3s!
Nutrition 101
October 25, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares three healthy chia seed recipes.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares three healthy chia seed recipes.
Recipes
October 25, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
If you've been apple picking this fall, make the most of your bounty by making this healthy and delicious Wilted Spinach Salad with Roasted Apples.
If you've been apple picking this fall, make the most of your bounty by making this healthy and delicious Wilted Spinach Salad with Roasted Apples.
Recipes
October 25, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
An incredibly simple, healthy and delicious apple-pear sauce from Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock.
An incredibly simple, healthy and delicious apple-pear sauce from Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock.
Nutrition 101
October 18, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock divulges three of her favorite apple recipes: Apple-Pear Sauce, Wilted Spinach Salad with Roasted Apples and Apple Cider Oatmeal.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock divulges three of her favorite apple recipes: Apple-Pear Sauce, Wilted Spinach Salad with Roasted Apples and Apple Cider Oatmeal.
Recipes
October 12, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock imparts her delicious and nutritious fall recipe for Butternut Squash Bisque.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock imparts her delicious and nutritious fall recipe for Butternut Squash Bisque.
Nutrition 101
October 3, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock advises on how to get all the nutrients that you need.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock advises on how to get all the nutrients that you need.
Nutrition 101
September 25, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock gives a definition of gluten before giving some examples of gluten-free alternatives.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock gives a definition of gluten before giving some examples of gluten-free alternatives.
Nutrition 101
September 14, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock explains the difference between saturated fats and unsaturated fats, their advice on cholesterol levels and how much we should be consuming.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock explains the difference between saturated fats and unsaturated fats, their advice on cholesterol levels and how much we should be consuming.
Recipes
September 10, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A tasty way to incorporate the healthy herb root/spice turmeric into your diet.
A tasty way to incorporate the healthy herb root/spice turmeric into your diet.
Nutrition 101
September 10, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock discusses the health benefits of the herb root/spice turmeric, also known as haldi.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock discusses the health benefits of the herb root/spice turmeric, also known as haldi.
Nutrition 101
August 23, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock discusses how to maintain a healthy level of blood cholesterol and reduce cholesterol intake.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock discusses how to maintain a healthy level of blood cholesterol and reduce cholesterol intake.
Nutrition 101
August 16, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock explains the benefits of fiber and why it's a crucial part of the human diet, before discussing the differences between soluble and insoluble fibers.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock explains the benefits of fiber and why it's a crucial part of the human diet, before discussing the differences between soluble and insoluble fibers.
Recipes
August 9, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This delightful little healthy dessert is only 160 calories and contains just 2g of saturated fat per serving.
This delightful little healthy dessert is only 160 calories and contains just 2g of saturated fat per serving.
Nutrition 101
August 9, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock answers a common question regarding tiredness after eating and sugar crashes.
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock answers a common question regarding tiredness after eating and sugar crashes.
Recipes
August 9, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A refreshing, low calorie soup which uses the natural sweetness of watermelon in place of added sugar.
A refreshing, low calorie soup which uses the natural sweetness of watermelon in place of added sugar.
Recipes
August 9, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A healthy, delicious garden marinara recipe made with roasted vegetables. This versatile, nutritious and delicious marinara is less than 40 calories per serving.
A healthy, delicious garden marinara recipe made with roasted vegetables. This versatile, nutritious and delicious marinara is less than 40 calories per serving.
Recipes
May 29, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
These gorgeous muffins contain just 1g of saturated fat each - learn how to make them at home with our SPE-certified recipe!
These gorgeous muffins contain just 1g of saturated fat each - learn how to make them at home with our SPE-certified recipe!
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