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We weigh the evidence pro and against.","url":"/articles/is-it-better-to-eat-several-small-meals-or-fewer-larger-ones/","link":"/articles/is-it-better-to-eat-several-small-meals-or-fewer-larger-ones/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/07/honest-nutrition-feature-002.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-07-17T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Intermittent fasting: Is it all it's cracked up to be?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/05/honest-nutrition-feature-018.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"There is a lot of hype around intermittent fasting, but what are its actual benefits, and what are its limitations? We lay bare the myths and the facts.","url":"/articles/intermittent-fasting-is-it-all-its-cracked-up-to-be/","link":"/articles/intermittent-fasting-is-it-all-its-cracked-up-to-be/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/05/honest-nutrition-feature-018.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-05-27T13:30:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"PFAS in diet and other sources: The health risks","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/05/honest-nutrition-feature-022.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"PFAS are widespread chemical compounds that can even be traced in human diet. But what is their impact on health, and how can a person avoid them?","url":"/articles/pfas-in-diet-and-other-sources-the-health-risks/","link":"/articles/pfas-in-diet-and-other-sources-the-health-risks/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/05/honest-nutrition-feature-022.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-05-13T12:30:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/04/honest-nutrition-feature-005.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Is it true that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? What will happen if you choose to skip breakfast? Here is what the science says.","url":"/articles/is-breakfast-really-the-most-important-meal-of-the-day/","link":"/articles/is-breakfast-really-the-most-important-meal-of-the-day/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/04/honest-nutrition-feature-005.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-04-30T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Can food be medicine? Pros and cons","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/04/honest-nutrition-feature-019.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Can we use food and diet as medicine? If so, to what extent? What are the pros and cons of this approach to healthcare? We investigate.","url":"/articles/can-food-be-medicine-pros-and-cons/","link":"/articles/can-food-be-medicine-pros-and-cons/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/04/honest-nutrition-feature-019.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-04-13T15:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Does selenium really slow aging?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/03/honest-nutrition-feature-015.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Can selenium really protect against aging? If so, how? In this feature, we assess the existing evidence, and explain what selenium can and cannot do.","url":"/articles/does-selenium-really-slow-aging/","link":"/articles/does-selenium-really-slow-aging/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/03/honest-nutrition-feature-015.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-03-31T17:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Do anti-inflammatory diets really work?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/03/honest-nutrition-feature-011.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"There are claims that anti-inflammatory diets could help reduce the risk of some chronic conditions, but are these claims supported by scientific evidence?","url":"/articles/do-anti-inflammatory-diets-really-work/","link":"/articles/do-anti-inflammatory-diets-really-work/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/03/honest-nutrition-feature-011.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-03-18T13:45:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Ghrelin: All about the hunger hormone","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/02/honest-nutrition-feature-010.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature offers an overview of ghrelin, the 'hunger hormone,' looking at its role in our health, and possible ways of controlling ghrelin levels in the body.","url":"/articles/ghrelin-all-about-the-hunger-hormone/","link":"/articles/ghrelin-all-about-the-hunger-hormone/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/02/honest-nutrition-feature-010.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-03-03T16:25:43.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"What do we know about microplastics in food?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/02/honest-nutrition-feature-007.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"How harmful are microplastics in food, and what can we do to mitigate the health risks? In this Honest Nutrition feature, Medical News Today investigates.","url":"/articles/what-do-we-know-about-microplastics-in-food/","link":"/articles/what-do-we-know-about-microplastics-in-food/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/02/honest-nutrition-feature-007.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-02-18T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Do supplements really benefit the immune system?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/honest-nutrition-feature-020.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Many people take supplements to strengthen their immune systems. But what is the evidence for this, and what are the limits?","url":"/articles/do-supplements-really-benefit-the-immune-system/","link":"/articles/do-supplements-really-benefit-the-immune-system/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/honest-nutrition-feature-020.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-02-02T17:05:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Does diet influence cervical cancer risk?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/honest-nutrition-feature-021.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"In this Honest Nutrition feature, we look at the ways in which dietary patterns may influence a person's cervical cancer risk and why that may be.","url":"/articles/does-diet-influence-cervical-cancer-risk/","link":"/articles/does-diet-influence-cervical-cancer-risk/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/honest-nutrition-feature-021.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-01-16T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. 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Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Paleo diet: Is there any evidence that it benefits health?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/12/honest-nutrition-feature-014.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Is the paleo diet really beneficial for health? In this Honest Nutrition feature, we outline the scientific evidence for and against this claim.","url":"/articles/paleo-diet-is-there-any-evidence-that-it-benefits-health/","link":"/articles/paleo-diet-is-there-any-evidence-that-it-benefits-health/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/12/honest-nutrition-feature-014.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-12-29T14:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Omega-3: What it can and can't do for health","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/12/honest-nutrition-feature-004.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Many people claim omega-3 is good for health, so what are its benefits, and how far do they extend? We explain.","url":"/articles/omega-3-what-it-can-and-cant-do-for-health/","link":"/articles/omega-3-what-it-can-and-cant-do-for-health/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/12/honest-nutrition-feature-004.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-12-10T14:15:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Clean eating: What does the research say?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/honest-nutrition-feature-003.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"In this Honest Nutrition feature, we explore the practice of \"clean eating,\" and why this concept has been a controversial one for researchers.","url":"/articles/clean-eating-what-does-the-research-say/","link":"/articles/clean-eating-what-does-the-research-say/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/honest-nutrition-feature-003.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-11-04T16:45:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Carbohydrates: Are they really essential?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/honest-nutrition-feature-012.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"In this Honest Nutrition feature, we look at what makes carbohydrates an essential nutrient and what happens when we reduce carb intake in the diet.","url":"/articles/carbohydrates-are-they-really-essential/","link":"/articles/carbohydrates-are-they-really-essential/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/honest-nutrition-feature-012.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-10-20T12:40:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"How bad are carbs, really?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/honest-nutrition-feature-024.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature explores what the research has to say about the facts and misconceptions around carbohydrates and carb-rich and low carb diets.","url":"/articles/how-bad-are-carbs-really/","link":"/articles/how-bad-are-carbs-really/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/honest-nutrition-feature-024.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-09-19T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Does gluten sensitivity exist?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/08/honest-nutrition-feature-008.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Many people avoid gluten in their diets. Here, we discuss gluten and its impact on health. We also ask whether gluten sensitivity truly exists.","url":"/articles/does-gluten-sensitivity-exist/","link":"/articles/does-gluten-sensitivity-exist/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/08/honest-nutrition-feature-008.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-09-05T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":264,"name":{"display":"Jillian Kubala, MS, RD","first":"Jillian","last":"Kubala MS, RD"},"userLogin":"jilliankubalanutrition","links":{"website":"http://jilliankubalanutrition.com/","facebook":"","linkedin":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-kubala-52539959/","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.instagram.com/jillian_kubala_rd/?hl=en","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/jillian-kubala-ms-rd","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"135935","specialties":["Nutrition"],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eJillian Kubala is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. She runs a private practice based on the east end of Long Island, NY, where she helps her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle changes.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":210,"height":210,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/03/jillian-pic.png"}}},{"title":"Nutrition research: The issue of funding","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/07/522696-honest-nurtrition-732x549-thumbnail-005-1.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"In this Honest Nutrition feature, we tackle the issue of funding: Who funds nutrition research, and do funding sources impact study credibility?","url":"/articles/nutrition-research-the-issue-of-funding/","link":"/articles/nutrition-research-the-issue-of-funding/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/07/522696-honest-nurtrition-732x549-thumbnail-005-1.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-08-09T15:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Foods that boost metabolism: What does the science say?","image":{"alt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/07/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-03.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature looks at the foods that allegedly 'speed up' metabolism, and it gives an overview of the science behind this claim.","url":"/articles/foods-that-boost-metabolism-what-does-the-science-say/","link":"/articles/foods-that-boost-metabolism-what-does-the-science-say/","imageAlt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/07/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-03.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-07-20T14:48:00.000Z","author":{"id":264,"name":{"display":"Jillian Kubala, MS, RD","first":"Jillian","last":"Kubala MS, RD"},"userLogin":"jilliankubalanutrition","links":{"website":"http://jilliankubalanutrition.com/","facebook":"","linkedin":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-kubala-52539959/","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.instagram.com/jillian_kubala_rd/?hl=en","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/jillian-kubala-ms-rd","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"135935","specialties":["Nutrition"],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eJillian Kubala is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. She runs a private practice based on the east end of Long Island, NY, where she helps her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle changes.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":210,"height":210,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/03/jillian-pic.png"}}},{"title":"Is food addiction real?","image":{"alt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/06/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-04.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature looks at the concept of food addiction, offering an overview of what scientists know and what they are yet to prove about this phenomenon.","url":"/articles/is-food-addiction-real/","link":"/articles/is-food-addiction-real/","imageAlt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/06/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-04.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-06-25T13:05:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Can food choices influence cancer risk?","image":{"alt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/06/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-00.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"Does diet influence cancer risk, and if so, how? This Honest Nutrition feature offers an overview of the links between dietary patterns and cancer.","url":"/articles/can-food-choices-influence-cancer-risk/","link":"/articles/can-food-choices-influence-cancer-risk/","imageAlt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/06/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-00.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-06-11T15:55:00.000Z","author":{"id":264,"name":{"display":"Jillian Kubala, MS, RD","first":"Jillian","last":"Kubala MS, RD"},"userLogin":"jilliankubalanutrition","links":{"website":"http://jilliankubalanutrition.com/","facebook":"","linkedin":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-kubala-52539959/","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.instagram.com/jillian_kubala_rd/?hl=en","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/jillian-kubala-ms-rd","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"135935","specialties":["Nutrition"],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eJillian Kubala is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. She runs a private practice based on the east end of Long Island, NY, where she helps her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle changes.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":210,"height":210,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/03/jillian-pic.png"}}},{"title":"MSG: What the science says about its safety","image":{"alt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/05/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-02.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature looks at the facts and common myths surrounding monosodium glutamate (MSG), a common food additive.","url":"/articles/msg-what-the-science-says-about-its-safety/","link":"/articles/msg-what-the-science-says-about-its-safety/","imageAlt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/05/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-02.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-05-26T16:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Genetically modified foods: Myths vs. facts","image":{"alt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/05/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-01.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature explains what genetically modified foods are, how they are obtained, and dispels some common myths surrounding such foods.","url":"/articles/genetically-modified-foods-myths-vs-facts/","link":"/articles/genetically-modified-foods-myths-vs-facts/","imageAlt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/05/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-01.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-05-18T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. 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Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"'Detox diets': Does science support the claims?","image":{"alt":"Design by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/05/522696-honest-nurtrition-002-732x549-thumbnail-004-1.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"Detox diets claim to rid the body of toxic substances, but there is currently no good quality scientific evidence to support their use. 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Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. She runs a private practice based on the east end of Long Island, NY, where she helps her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle changes.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":210,"height":210,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/03/jillian-pic.png"}}},{"title":"Probiotics for weight loss: What is the evidence?","image":{"alt":"Design by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/02/522696-honest-nurtrition-002-732x549-thumbnail-002.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"This feature examines what recent studies say about using probiotic supplements for weight loss. It looks at whether they are effective and if there are risks.","url":"/articles/probiotics-for-weight-loss-what-is-the-evidence/","link":"/articles/probiotics-for-weight-loss-what-is-the-evidence/","imageAlt":"Design by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/02/522696-honest-nurtrition-002-732x549-thumbnail-002.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-02-19T15:20:24.000Z","author":{"id":264,"name":{"display":"Jillian Kubala, MS, RD","first":"Jillian","last":"Kubala MS, RD"},"userLogin":"jilliankubalanutrition","links":{"website":"http://jilliankubalanutrition.com/","facebook":"","linkedin":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-kubala-52539959/","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.instagram.com/jillian_kubala_rd/?hl=en","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/jillian-kubala-ms-rd","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"135935","specialties":["Nutrition"],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eJillian Kubala is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. 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Prior to working at Healthline, Kelli worked as a clinical dietitian at two Boston hospitals, as a nutrition researcher for the University of Colorado and Children’s Hospital, and as a freelance writer and editor for several online publications. You can find her work in numerous media outlets, including CNN, The Washington Post, USA Today, Women’s Health, Huffpost, and more.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen she isn’t typing away, you can find her in the kitchen crafting new recipes or out hiking with her husband, two kids, and adventure-pup Bernie.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Kelli-McGrane-500x500-Bio1.png"}}}],"slug":"honest-nutrition","nid":1128490,"cfUrl":"honest-nutrition","directory":"content-series","contenttype":"content-series","type":"content-series","contentSeries":[{"id":1128490,"title":"Honest Nutrition","description":"This series of Special Features takes an in-depth look at the science behind some of the most debated nutrition-related topics, weighing in on the facts and debunking the myths.","api_url":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-json/wp-json/wp/v2/hl-con-ser/1128490","link":"https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/content-series/honest-nutrition/","color_scheme":"periwinkle","logo":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/instance-logo-690x500-1.png","icon":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/series-logo.png","single_author":false,"articles":[{"title":"How much protein do you need to build muscle?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/10/honest-nutrition-feature-013.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"In this Honest Nutrition feature, we look at how much protein a person needs to build muscle mass, what the best protein sources are, and what risks to be aware of.","url":"/articles/how-much-protein-do-you-need-to-build-muscle/","link":"/articles/how-much-protein-do-you-need-to-build-muscle/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/10/honest-nutrition-feature-013.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-10-11T10:15:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. 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She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Intermittent fasting: Is it all it's cracked up to be?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/05/honest-nutrition-feature-018.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"There is a lot of hype around intermittent fasting, but what are its actual benefits, and what are its limitations? 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Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"PFAS in diet and other sources: The health risks","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/05/honest-nutrition-feature-022.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"PFAS are widespread chemical compounds that can even be traced in human diet. 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Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/04/honest-nutrition-feature-005.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Is it true that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? What will happen if you choose to skip breakfast? Here is what the science says.","url":"/articles/is-breakfast-really-the-most-important-meal-of-the-day/","link":"/articles/is-breakfast-really-the-most-important-meal-of-the-day/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/04/honest-nutrition-feature-005.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-04-30T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Can food be medicine? Pros and cons","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/04/honest-nutrition-feature-019.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Can we use food and diet as medicine? If so, to what extent? What are the pros and cons of this approach to healthcare? We investigate.","url":"/articles/can-food-be-medicine-pros-and-cons/","link":"/articles/can-food-be-medicine-pros-and-cons/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/04/honest-nutrition-feature-019.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-04-13T15:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Does selenium really slow aging?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/03/honest-nutrition-feature-015.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Can selenium really protect against aging? If so, how? In this feature, we assess the existing evidence, and explain what selenium can and cannot do.","url":"/articles/does-selenium-really-slow-aging/","link":"/articles/does-selenium-really-slow-aging/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/03/honest-nutrition-feature-015.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-03-31T17:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Do anti-inflammatory diets really work?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/03/honest-nutrition-feature-011.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"There are claims that anti-inflammatory diets could help reduce the risk of some chronic conditions, but are these claims supported by scientific evidence?","url":"/articles/do-anti-inflammatory-diets-really-work/","link":"/articles/do-anti-inflammatory-diets-really-work/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/03/honest-nutrition-feature-011.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-03-18T13:45:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Ghrelin: All about the hunger hormone","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/02/honest-nutrition-feature-010.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature offers an overview of ghrelin, the 'hunger hormone,' looking at its role in our health, and possible ways of controlling ghrelin levels in the body.","url":"/articles/ghrelin-all-about-the-hunger-hormone/","link":"/articles/ghrelin-all-about-the-hunger-hormone/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/02/honest-nutrition-feature-010.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-03-03T16:25:43.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"What do we know about microplastics in food?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/02/honest-nutrition-feature-007.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"How harmful are microplastics in food, and what can we do to mitigate the health risks? In this Honest Nutrition feature, Medical News Today investigates.","url":"/articles/what-do-we-know-about-microplastics-in-food/","link":"/articles/what-do-we-know-about-microplastics-in-food/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/02/honest-nutrition-feature-007.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-02-18T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Do supplements really benefit the immune system?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/honest-nutrition-feature-020.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Many people take supplements to strengthen their immune systems. But what is the evidence for this, and what are the limits?","url":"/articles/do-supplements-really-benefit-the-immune-system/","link":"/articles/do-supplements-really-benefit-the-immune-system/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/honest-nutrition-feature-020.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-02-02T17:05:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Does diet influence cervical cancer risk?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/honest-nutrition-feature-021.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"In this Honest Nutrition feature, we look at the ways in which dietary patterns may influence a person's cervical cancer risk and why that may be.","url":"/articles/does-diet-influence-cervical-cancer-risk/","link":"/articles/does-diet-influence-cervical-cancer-risk/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/honest-nutrition-feature-021.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2022-01-16T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Paleo diet: Is there any evidence that it benefits health?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/12/honest-nutrition-feature-014.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Is the paleo diet really beneficial for health? In this Honest Nutrition feature, we outline the scientific evidence for and against this claim.","url":"/articles/paleo-diet-is-there-any-evidence-that-it-benefits-health/","link":"/articles/paleo-diet-is-there-any-evidence-that-it-benefits-health/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/12/honest-nutrition-feature-014.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-12-29T14:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Omega-3: What it can and can't do for health","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/12/honest-nutrition-feature-004.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Many people claim omega-3 is good for health, so what are its benefits, and how far do they extend? We explain.","url":"/articles/omega-3-what-it-can-and-cant-do-for-health/","link":"/articles/omega-3-what-it-can-and-cant-do-for-health/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/12/honest-nutrition-feature-004.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-12-10T14:15:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Clean eating: What does the research say?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/honest-nutrition-feature-003.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"In this Honest Nutrition feature, we explore the practice of \"clean eating,\" and why this concept has been a controversial one for researchers.","url":"/articles/clean-eating-what-does-the-research-say/","link":"/articles/clean-eating-what-does-the-research-say/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/honest-nutrition-feature-003.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-11-04T16:45:00.000Z","author":{"id":5697,"name":{"display":"Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD","first":"Lindsey","last":"DeSoto, RDN, LD"},"userLogin":"ldesoto","links":{"website":"","facebook":"","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/lindsey-desoto-rdn-ld","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eLindsey is a registered dietitian and medical writer covering topics such as digestive health, cancer, mental health, and healthy aging. She also holds a position as a clinical dietitian at Gulfport Memorial Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Alabama and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from The University of Southern Mississippi. She has a passion for health and nutrition and enjoys helping clients improve their diet for health-related reasons.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/11/Lindsey-DeSoto-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Carbohydrates: Are they really essential?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/honest-nutrition-feature-012.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"In this Honest Nutrition feature, we look at what makes carbohydrates an essential nutrient and what happens when we reduce carb intake in the diet.","url":"/articles/carbohydrates-are-they-really-essential/","link":"/articles/carbohydrates-are-they-really-essential/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/10/honest-nutrition-feature-012.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-10-20T12:40:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"How bad are carbs, really?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/honest-nutrition-feature-024.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature explores what the research has to say about the facts and misconceptions around carbohydrates and carb-rich and low carb diets.","url":"/articles/how-bad-are-carbs-really/","link":"/articles/how-bad-are-carbs-really/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/honest-nutrition-feature-024.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-09-19T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Does gluten sensitivity exist?","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/08/honest-nutrition-feature-008.jpg","width":729,"height":550},"description":"Many people avoid gluten in their diets. Here, we discuss gluten and its impact on health. We also ask whether gluten sensitivity truly exists.","url":"/articles/does-gluten-sensitivity-exist/","link":"/articles/does-gluten-sensitivity-exist/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/08/honest-nutrition-feature-008.jpg","imageWidth":729,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-09-05T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":264,"name":{"display":"Jillian Kubala, MS, RD","first":"Jillian","last":"Kubala MS, RD"},"userLogin":"jilliankubalanutrition","links":{"website":"http://jilliankubalanutrition.com/","facebook":"","linkedin":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-kubala-52539959/","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.instagram.com/jillian_kubala_rd/?hl=en","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/jillian-kubala-ms-rd","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"135935","specialties":["Nutrition"],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eJillian Kubala is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. She runs a private practice based on the east end of Long Island, NY, where she helps her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle changes.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":210,"height":210,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/03/jillian-pic.png"}}},{"title":"Nutrition research: The issue of funding","image":{"alt":"diego sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/07/522696-honest-nurtrition-732x549-thumbnail-005-1.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"In this Honest Nutrition feature, we tackle the issue of funding: Who funds nutrition research, and do funding sources impact study credibility?","url":"/articles/nutrition-research-the-issue-of-funding/","link":"/articles/nutrition-research-the-issue-of-funding/","imageAlt":"diego sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/07/522696-honest-nurtrition-732x549-thumbnail-005-1.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-08-09T15:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. 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Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Foods that boost metabolism: What does the science say?","image":{"alt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/07/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-03.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature looks at the foods that allegedly 'speed up' metabolism, and it gives an overview of the science behind this claim.","url":"/articles/foods-that-boost-metabolism-what-does-the-science-say/","link":"/articles/foods-that-boost-metabolism-what-does-the-science-say/","imageAlt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/07/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-03.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-07-20T14:48:00.000Z","author":{"id":264,"name":{"display":"Jillian Kubala, MS, RD","first":"Jillian","last":"Kubala MS, RD"},"userLogin":"jilliankubalanutrition","links":{"website":"http://jilliankubalanutrition.com/","facebook":"","linkedin":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-kubala-52539959/","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.instagram.com/jillian_kubala_rd/?hl=en","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/jillian-kubala-ms-rd","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"135935","specialties":["Nutrition"],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eJillian Kubala is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. She runs a private practice based on the east end of Long Island, NY, where she helps her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle changes.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":210,"height":210,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/03/jillian-pic.png"}}},{"title":"Is food addiction real?","image":{"alt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/06/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-04.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature looks at the concept of food addiction, offering an overview of what scientists know and what they are yet to prove about this phenomenon.","url":"/articles/is-food-addiction-real/","link":"/articles/is-food-addiction-real/","imageAlt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/06/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-04.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-06-25T13:05:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. Known by her nickname The Cultural Dietitian, Amber focuses on providing informative and culturally sensitive nutrition content for the Caribbean diaspora and alike. When she’s not writing, creating content, presenting, or consulting with clients, she enjoys travel, quality family time, and adventurous outdoor activities throughout her twin-isle home, Trinidad and Tobago. Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Can food choices influence cancer risk?","image":{"alt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/06/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-00.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"Does diet influence cancer risk, and if so, how? This Honest Nutrition feature offers an overview of the links between dietary patterns and cancer.","url":"/articles/can-food-choices-influence-cancer-risk/","link":"/articles/can-food-choices-influence-cancer-risk/","imageAlt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/06/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-00.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-06-11T15:55:00.000Z","author":{"id":264,"name":{"display":"Jillian Kubala, MS, RD","first":"Jillian","last":"Kubala MS, RD"},"userLogin":"jilliankubalanutrition","links":{"website":"http://jilliankubalanutrition.com/","facebook":"","linkedin":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-kubala-52539959/","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.instagram.com/jillian_kubala_rd/?hl=en","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/jillian-kubala-ms-rd","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"135935","specialties":["Nutrition"],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eJillian Kubala is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. She runs a private practice based on the east end of Long Island, NY, where she helps her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle changes.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":210,"height":210,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/03/jillian-pic.png"}}},{"title":"MSG: What the science says about its safety","image":{"alt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/05/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-02.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature looks at the facts and common myths surrounding monosodium glutamate (MSG), a common food additive.","url":"/articles/msg-what-the-science-says-about-its-safety/","link":"/articles/msg-what-the-science-says-about-its-safety/","imageAlt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/05/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-02.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-05-26T16:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. 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Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"Genetically modified foods: Myths vs. facts","image":{"alt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/05/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-01.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"This Honest Nutrition feature explains what genetically modified foods are, how they are obtained, and dispels some common myths surrounding such foods.","url":"/articles/genetically-modified-foods-myths-vs-facts/","link":"/articles/genetically-modified-foods-myths-vs-facts/","imageAlt":"Illustration by Diego Sabogal","thumbnail":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/05/732x549-thumbnail-honest-nurtrition-01.jpg","imageWidth":728,"imageHeight":550,"published_date":"2021-05-18T08:00:00.000Z","author":{"id":4951,"name":{"display":"Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN","first":"Amber","last":"Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN"},"userLogin":"acharles","links":{"website":"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","linkedin":"","twitter":"","instagram":"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/","tiktok":""},"link":"/authors/amber-charles-alexis","type":{"value":"author","label":"Author"},"nid":"","specialties":[],"guestTitle":"","bio":{"text":"\u003cp\u003eAmber Alexis is a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian, certified in integrative and functional nutrition. 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Find her on her \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.theculturaldietitian.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003ewebsite\u003c/a\u003e or follow along on \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theculturaldietitian/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca class=\"PrimaryLink BaseLink\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ambercharles_rdn/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eInstagram\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":500,"height":500,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/01/Amber-Charles-Alexis-500x500-Bio.png"}}},{"title":"'Detox diets': Does science support the claims?","image":{"alt":"Design by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/05/522696-honest-nurtrition-002-732x549-thumbnail-004-1.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"Detox diets claim to rid the body of toxic substances, but there is currently no good quality scientific evidence to support their use. 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Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. 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Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. 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Jillian holds a master’s degree in nutrition from Stony Brook University School of Medicine as well as an undergraduate degree in nutrition science. She runs a private practice based on the east end of Long Island, NY, where she helps her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle changes.\u003c/p\u003e\n"},"avatar":{"title":"","width":210,"height":210,"src":"https://post.medicalnewstoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/03/jillian-pic.png"}}},{"title":"Probiotics for weight loss: What is the evidence?","image":{"alt":"Design by Diego Sabogal","url":"https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/02/522696-honest-nurtrition-002-732x549-thumbnail-002.jpg","width":728,"height":550},"description":"This feature examines what recent studies say about using probiotic supplements for weight loss. 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