Posts by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
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Cinco de Mayo Taco Salad Recipe
May 3, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A delicious, healthy taco salad recipe made with avocado and pico de gallo; perfect for Cinqo de Mayo.
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Rhubarb Custard Recipe
April 29, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This healthy and delicious rhubarb custard dessert contains just 200 calories per serving.
Nutrition 101
Q: What are Some Good Sources of Vitamin D?
April 24, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock suggests what to eat to boost your vitamin D levels.
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Chilled Pea Soup with Crab Meat and Citrus Yogurt Recipe
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.
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Dining Aboard Celebrity Cruises’ Reflection
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.
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Healthy Deviled Eggs Recipe
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!
Nutrition 101, SPE Certified's Perfect Pantry
Q: Which Fats and Oils Should I Keep in my 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.
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Chicken Apple Sausage Recipe
March 8, 2013 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Senior Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares her healthy and delicious recipe for Chicken Apple Sausage.
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South American Quinoa Salad Recipe
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.
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Chocolate Beet Tea Loaf Recipe
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.
Nutrition 101
Q: What Can I Do to Improve my Heart Health?
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.
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VIDEO: Cherry Chocolate Almond Smoothie Recipe
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.
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Turkey Chili Recipe
January 29, 2013 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.
Nutrition 101
What to Eat When You Have a Cold
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.
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Healing Chicken Soup Recipe
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.
Nutrition 101
How to Make Chicken Stock
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.
Nutrition 101
How to Roast a Chicken
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!
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Spicy Lobster with Pappardelle Recipe
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!
Nutrition 101
7 Tips to Minimize Holiday Weight Gain
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.
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Winter Citrus Salad Recipe
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!
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Spiced Fruit Cake Recipe
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!
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Baked Apples Recipe
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.
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Cranberry Orange Relish Recipe
November 16, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
This healthy alternative to cranberry sauce is just as tasty and contains only a quarter of the calories!
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Holiday Spiced Nuts with Dried Fruit Recipe
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!
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Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe
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!
Nutrition 101
3 Recipes for a Healthy Thanksgiving
November 8, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock gives 3 traditional Thanksgiving recipes a healthy makeover.
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Berry Smoothie with Chia Seeds Recipe
November 8, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A healthy, delicious, quick and easy berry smoothie recipe with chia seeds.
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Pumpkin Banana Bread with Chia Recipe
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.
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Chia Pudding Recipe
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!
Nutrition 101
Chia Seeds: Everything You Need To Know + 3 Recipes
October 25, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock shares three healthy chia seed recipes.
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Apple Cider Oatmeal Recipe
October 25, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A healthy recipe for apple cider oatmeal, containing just 1.1g of saturated fat.
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Wilted Spinach Salad with Roasted Apples Recipe
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.
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Apple-Pear Sauce Recipe
October 25, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
An incredibly simple, healthy and delicious apple-pear sauce from Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock.
Nutrition 101
3 Quick and Easy Apple Recipes for Fall
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.
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Fall Butternut Squash Bisque Recipe
October 12, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock imparts her delicious and nutritious fall recipe for Butternut Squash Bisque.
Nutrition 101
Avoid Nutrient Deficiencies When Planning a Vegetarian Diet
October 3, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock advises on how to get all the nutrients that you need.
Nutrition 101
Q: What is Gluten? An Explanation of Celiac Disease
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.
Nutrition 101
“Good Fats” and “Bad Fats”: The Difference Between Saturated and Unsaturated
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.
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Punjabi Cabbage Recipe
September 10, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
A tasty way to incorporate the healthy herb root/spice turmeric into your diet.
Nutrition 101
The Benefits of Turmeric and its Use in Cooking
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.
Nutrition 101
Q: What Can I Eat to Help Lower my Blood Cholesterol?
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.
Nutrition 101
Q: What is Fiber and Why do Our Bodies Need it?
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.
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VIDEO: Stone Fruit Crumble Recipe
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.
Nutrition 101
Q: Why do I Always Feel Tired After Lunch?
August 9, 2012 by Natalia Hancock, Senior Culinary Nutritionist
Culinary Nutritionist Natalia Hancock answers a common question regarding tiredness after eating and sugar crashes.
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Tomato Watermelon Gazpacho Recipe
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.
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VIDEO: Roasted Garden Vegetable Marinara Recipe
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.
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Spiced Carrot Cake Recipe
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!
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