Posts by
Bobby Maknoon, RD
Bobby Maknoon, RD
Fruits
4 MIN READ | September 23, 2022
7 Healthy Slow-Cooker Recipes Perfect for FallChilly weather is around the corner, which means it’s the perfect time to make use.....
Meal Planning
5 MIN READ | June 23, 2022
How to Pack the Perfect Summer Picnic BasketWarm summer weather means it’s the perfect time to take your lunch outdoors. We’re big.....
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | June 9, 2022
25 Simple Ways to Stay Healthy This SummerSummer is here, which means there will be lots of sun, fun and good food to enjoy. Sticking to healthy eating during the summer months can be tricky, especially with endless snack tables, barbecues an...
Nutrition 101
4 MIN READ | February 13, 2022
Why Caffeine May Boost Your Next WorkoutDrinking a cup of coffee before your next workout may help you exercise longer and.....
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | December 14, 2021
Your 6-Step Guide for Meal PlanningPlanning your meals makes it easier to eat healthy. And anything you cook yourself will likely be healthier than a comparable restaurant meal...
4 MIN READ | November 4, 2021
Post-Thanksgiving Eating TipsThanksgiving is the tastiest holiday of the year. It's also the only day that overindulging is expected and perfectly OK. The tricky part is getting back into the groove of normal eating post-Thanksgi...
Healthy Habits
5 MIN READ | November 30, 2021
What Is Inflammation?You may have heard the terms "inflammatory" and "anti-inflammatory" tossed around when talking about certain foods. The topic of inflammation is becoming increasingly more important when it comes to h...
5 MIN READ | April 14, 2021
4 Tips + Recipes for a Healthier Cinco de MayoCinco de Mayo is coming up, which means there will be plenty of sunshine, drinks and delicious foods to enjoy. With endless tortilla chips and margaritas on the menu, you may feel tempted to take the...
Healthy Diet
4 MIN READ | January 5, 2021
The Top Plant Protein SourcesWe typically think of protein as a nutrient that comes from animal meat. But you can.....
Grocery Shopping
4 MIN READ | January 27, 2020
The Best Hot Sauce – Taste-Test ApprovedSpicy foods do more than make you sweat. In addition to giving your taste buds a thrill, they come with numerous health benefits. Cayenne, chili peppers and products like hot sauce contain compounds c...
Grocery Shopping
4 MIN READ | February 1, 2020
The Best Salsa – Taste-Test ApprovedAt Zipongo, we know that health foods are not always what they seem. So from time to time, we taste-test popular health foods and give you a no-nonsense guide to the healthiest and wisest health food...
Healthy Habits
4 MIN READ | December 14, 2019
Five Spices You Should Cook WithCooking with spices is a great way to liven up the flavor profile of meals without adding extra calories. On top of that, spices are concentrated sources of antioxidants and phytochemicals; this means...
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | December 6, 2017
Healthy Baking SubstitutionsNext time you get baking, try out a few of these easy and healthy baking substitutions...
4 MIN READ | June 17, 2017
5 Tasty Ways to Use Leftover Cooked GrainsHave you ever cooked a cup of brown rice and ended up with four cups leftover? If so, you may have just gotten a head start on some tasty meals for the rest of your week. Here are five ways to maximiz...
Water
4 MIN READ | May 23, 2017
Homemade Healthy: Infused BeveragesOne of the easiest ways to improve your diet is to cut out sugary drinks. In place of those sugary drinks, consider infused beverages, which you can make by adding a few fresh ingredients to water or...
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | May 22, 2017
Restaurant 101: ChineseEating out can make it challenging to stick to a healthy diet. Even if restaurants display calorie counts on their menus, dishes can still come loaded with fat and sodium. Chinese restaurants offer se...
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | May 6, 2017
Restaurant 101: Thai FoodOrdering healthy food at a restaurant can be challenging, especially if you're unfamiliar with all the ingredients used in each dish. Thai food in particular is unique because it's made with a variety...
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | December 13, 2016
Top 10 Easy New Year’s ResolutionsGetting healthier is one of the most common New Year's resolutions. Learn how to turn over a new leaf the right way with easy goals...
Fruits
5 MIN READ | October 20, 2016
10 Healthy Snacks to Bring to WorkWe all know how afternoon hunger pangs can lead to not-so-healthy snack choices. Here are 10 nutritious snacks you can enjoy right at your desk...
Healthy Diet
4 MIN READ | October 27, 2016
5 Hidden Sources of SugarMost of the time, it's pretty easy to figure out which foods come loaded with sugar. There are the expected sources like soda, candy and cookies. Other times, heavy doses of added sugars show up in pl...
Cholesterol
5 MIN READ | January 18, 2017
A Pocket Guide to FatsFats haven't always had the best reputation. The '90s brought on a wave of low-fat and fat-free products along with a diet craze that avoided fats at all cost. However, all fats are not created equal...
Weight Loss
4 MIN READ | November 18, 2016
10 Comfort Food Recipes Made HealthierNothing is quite as heart-warming as a creamy bowl of mac and cheese on a.....
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | December 31, 2016
Small Changes, Big Results in the New YearFor a lot of folks, the new year is often about making resolutions to eat healthier and exercise more. The problem is, getting overly ambitious at the start of January typically results in our healthy...
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | November 8, 2016
Restaurant 101: IndianIn the mood for a flavorful, aromatic meal? Here’s how to order healthier eats at your local Indian restaurant...