Melissa Black
Contributing Writer
Melissa Black,RD - Melissa Black
As a registered dietitian, I have devoted my time and energy in becoming a food and nutrition expert by completing my Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition sciences from Utah State University. Completing an accredited, supervised, clinical internship and passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. I also maintain up to date knowledge in the field of nutrition by completing continuing professional educational requirements. I currently work in a hospital as a clinical dietitian
Latest Articles
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Types of Fat in Food
By understanding the difference between unsaturated fat, saturated fat and trans fat, a person can make great food choices to improve their health
Jan 27, 2012
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Healthy Lunch Ideas
Healthy and Creative lunch ideas that will help improve your energy and reduce your waist line.
Aug 25, 2011
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Sample Menu for a Renal Diet
Learn how to plan a meal that is appropriate for a person who has renal failure and view a sample menu.
Aug 4, 2011
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diet
Treat the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with a personalized diet.
Jun 13, 2011
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Dietary Fat
By understanding the differences among unsaturated, saturated, and trans fats a person can learn to avoid foods that will cause heart disease.
Jun 9, 2011
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Chia Seed Nutrition Content and Health Benefits
Is the chia seed truly a super food? Learn what the clinical research teaches in regards to the health claims made about the chia seed.
Jul 7, 2010
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Crohn's Disease Diet Can Reduce Symptoms
Following a low fat, low fiber diet can provide relief from Crohn's disease symptoms such as stomach cramping and indigestion
May 1, 2010
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Military Recruitment Will Decrease Due to Obese Youth
Obesity is decreasing the number of youth available for miltary service, increasing chronic disease among adolescents and is increasing healthy care costs.
Apr 21, 2010
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High Calorie Menu for Underweight Children
A high calorie menu and recipes that helps teach parents how to add calories and protein to foods a child already eats, to promote weight gain
Apr 20, 2010
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Improve Your Healthy with the Paleo Diet
A healthy meal plan patterned after the eating habits of Paleolithic humans which teaches to avoid the consumption of processed foods.
Mar 31, 2010
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