Melanie’s Moments

When it comes to diet we often hear talk about carbohydrates and protein. Typically fat receives less attention; however, fat is an essential macronutrient that has many important bodily [...]

Turmeric or curcumin is a spice found in curry and other ethnic foods. Turmeric has received much attention as being an anti-inflammatory spice that may have cancer-preventing or cancer-fighting [...]

Did you know that the human body is made up of over 50 percent water? Each day we lose water through bodily functions and sweat which are then replaced by the fluids we take in through our diet. [...]

Are you looking for an easy side dish to add to your holiday meal?  Look no further, view this healthy recipe for roasted asparagus below from SNCC’s Registered Dietitian Melanie Mitchell.   [...]

Are you trying to build up your immunity with your diet? What foods can lessen your risk of contracting colds and viruses?  SNCC’s Registered Dietitian Melanie Mitchell shares her tips and menu [...]

Have you considered going to a plant-based diet? What does that exactly mean?  SNCC’s Registered Dietitian Melanie Mitchell shares her insight into deciding if the plant-based diet is right for [...]

January brings a chance to hit the reset button and start new habits or change old behaviors. We’ve all seen it, in January the gyms are packed, co-workers begin new diets, and by February the [...]

The holidays are here and we all know how hard it can be to stay on track of our fitness goals. SNCC’s Registered Dietitian, Melanie Mitchell, compiled this list to help. Use this checklist as a [...]

Not your traditional “stuffing” however a healthy twist that can be used as an appetizer or side dish during the holidays and beyond. Artichokes are a prebiotic protecting us against colds while [...]

At the end of a long day, it feels fitting to reward yourself with a delicious dessert however you don’t want to stray from your health goals…a simple almond flour microwavable cake and berries [...]