Rotisserie Chicken: Meals Made Simple
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian Updated April 15, 2024 It is estimated that 625 million rotisserie chickens were sold in 2020.(1) A consumer analysis on rotisserie chicken published in 2020 by Brisan Group reports -(2) Main purchasing factor is convenience Consumers view rotisserie chicken as a healthy, high-protein option […]
Yogurt: Not Just for Breakfast or Snacking
Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian Updated April 11, 2024 According to a consumer analysis on yogurt consumption in 2023 published by TasteWise -(1) 14,61% increase in restaurants serving yogurt Most important trait for yogurt purchasing is protein content An additional survey by Food Dive in 2021 reported -(2) 48% of consumers buy […]
Pork Up Your Nutrition
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian Updated April 9, 2024 Heart-Healthy Choice Pork is certified heart healthy by the American Heart Association. For a food item to earn the certification by the American Heart Association, at least 5 nutrient criteria must be met -(1) Total Fat: less than 6.5 grams […]
Dietitian Feature: MinnTofu
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian […]
Let’s Get to Soy
Written by Andrew Akhaphong,, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian […]
Integrative Uses of Magnesium
Written by: Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Registered Dietitian Updated: January 9, 2024 Intro to Magnesium Magnesium is one of the most abundant mineral in the human body; approximately 40% are stored in intracellular space while 60% are stored in the bones and teeth.1 Evidence suggests that 1% of magnesium however is found in […]
Keeping Off Weight – Is Keto Right for Me?
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Registered Dietitian Published 12/08/2023 According to a survey conducted in 2022 by Forbes Health/OnePoll on 1,005 adults in the United States, the top New Year’s Resolutions are improving mental health (45%), improving fitness (39%), achieve weight loss (37%) and improving diet (33%). (1) In 2023 […]
RD Choice – Gerber’s Amish Farms® Whole Chicken
You are tired of the long sunny days and the hot smoke from the grill bathing your face, but you still long for that delicious succulent meal that grills deliver. It is okay to ditch it for the simplicity of the oven. Your Dietitian’s Choice is Gerber’s Amish Farm® Whole Chicken for $1.99 per pound. The […]
RD Choice – Cucumbers
If you feel like you are in a pickle, do not fret. The Dietitian’s Choice this week are cucumbers for are 4 for $3.00. What are Cucumbers? Cucumbers are a member of the gourd family of plants. Contrary to popular belief, it is thought that cucumbers are members of the nightshade family (peppers, tomatoes, eggplant), but […]
RD Choice – Peaches & Nectarines
Are you moving to the country? We got a lot of peaches…and nectarines! Your Dietitian’s Choice this week are peaches and nectarines for $3.29 per pound. Peaches versus Nectarines Peaches are related to the rose family and are grown in warm climates of the northern and southern hemispheres of the world. Peaches often have one side of the […]
