Wondering if refried beans are healthy? You’re not alone! Many of my clients feel confused about refried beans because they know beans are healthy, but the term “refried” makes them think that the cooking technique “cancels out” any nutrition benefits from the beans. Questions like this are why I became a dietitian, and why I […]
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A new California law has been proposed, and it’s all about tortillas. The proposed bill would require California producers of corn tortillas and corn masa flour to add folic acid to their products. This law is proposed as a way to close the gap in folic acid consumption between Hispanic women and non-Hispanic women in
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As a dietitian and proud Latina, I recommend enchiladas as a healthy meal option all the time! So many of my Latina clients are scared to enjoy their favorite Latino foods because they’ve heard that they’re unhealthy. But the truth is that Mexican food is full of healthy options (and all Latin American food, for
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If you’re wondering if mole is healthy, it may be because you’re not used to hearing about the health benefits of traditional Mexican foods. As a Latina dietitian, I’ve spent years talking to Latinos about food and nutrition. Time and time again, I hear them say they’ve been told to avoid traditional Latino foods. But
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Ever wonder if Mexican rice is healthy? Most people think it’s unhealthy, but the truth is more complicated than that! I’m a Latina dietitian and I’ve dedicated my career to showing how healthy our cultural foods can be! It’s a common misconception that Mexican food is unhealthy, but our food traditions have been nourishing us
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Ever wonder if tacos are actually healthy? After all, memes about liking tacos too much to follow a diet are everywhere. But as a dietitian who has made it my mission to celebrate Latino cultural foods, these jokes frustrate me. They’re a sign of the fact that we treat tacos and other Mexican foods as
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If you love Mexican food and want to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, this guide is for you! You’ll learn about some common Mexican veggies, along with their benefits and how to eat them.
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It’s National Nutrition Month®, and the theme for 2024 is Beyond the Table. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, this year’s theme encourages us to think about more than just the nutrients on our plate. I’m a Latina dietitian who advocates for Latine foods and helps people learn about just how healthy our
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