“Have you ever grabbed a store-bought pie crust or a pack of refried beans, only to wonder—wait, is this vegetarian?” It’s easy to assume certain foods are vegetarian, but later, you might discover sneaky animal ingredients hidden in the ingredient list. When it comes to cooking, a wide variety of ingredients add flavor and texture […]
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Jennifer Hanes MS, RDN, LD The health halo effect is a marketing tactic used by companies to create the perception that their products are healthier than they actually are. It is everywhere, from the packaging of food products to celebrity endorsements of various supplements and diets. The health and wellness industry is massively profitable, with
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Jennifer Hanes MS, RDN, LD Warning: This post includes discussions of weight loss, dieting, food policing, and food faddism. Discussing the content, intent, and restriction of fad diets is an important topic, but can trigger eating disorder thoughts and/or behavior. Skip this post if needed! In today’s society, weight loss and dieting are often top
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Jennifer Hanes MS, RDN, LD Whey is a common protein source in protein shakes, which is what we will concentrate on here. You’ll also see whey used in various forms in other food products such as ice cream, sauces, dressings, breads, and snack bars. But is whey protein vegetarian? And is it even the best
