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Weight Loss

guest post by registered dietitian, susan macfarlane Fasting has been an integral part of many different religions for centuries. Fasting has gained popularity more recently among scientists and weight-loss enthusiasts alike for its touted benefits of improving insulin sensitivity, delaying aging, improving cardiovascular health, and reducing body weight. However, fasting may not be...

App Updates & Features

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The Best Alternative To The USDA’s SuperTracker

The USDA will no longer offer food and physical activity tracking through SuperTracker, leaving current users looking for an alternative. Cronometer has garnered a reputation with fitness and nutrition experts as the most detailed and flexible nutrition tracking software available. Find out how Cronometer compares with SuperTracker and how to make the switch....

Nutrition

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Introducing Solids To Babies: 6 – 12 months

guest post by susan macfarlane, registered dietitian nutritionist Introducing solids to your little one can be a time of great excitement and even greater angst. Nutrition myths and misinformation abound online, and many parents feel pressure to feed their child a “perfect diet” (which, by the way, does not exist). While solids provide...

Nutrition

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Everything You Need To Know About Eating Plant-based: Part 2

guest post by susan macfarlane, registered dietitian nutritionist Last month, I answered your burning questions related to plant-based eating and nutrition. This month, I want to continue the discussion and provide clarity and guidance around some of the more confusing topics that come up when adopting a vegan diet. Are there any nutrients...

Nutrition

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How to Meal Plan Like a Dietitian in 5 Simple Steps

guest post by susan macfarlane, registered dietitian nutritionist While many people aspire to create a healthy meal plan each week, few are successful at doing so, citing a lack of time, not knowing where to start, and confusion over what constitutes a healthy meal. Additionally, many people believe that meal planning requires hours...

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Security At Cronometer

guest post by brian doherty, chief technology officer at cronometer Here at Cronometer, we pride ourselves on our data security. You trust us with your health data and we take that seriously. Not only do we comply with, but we go above and beyond the security measures that are required of us. Cronometer...

Weight Loss

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Volumetrics: The Missing Key to Weight Loss

When it comes to losing weight, most people understand that it is necessary to burn more calories than you consume. However, they are reluctant to place restrictions on calorie intake out of fear that they will be left feeling hungry and deprived (which as stated in a previous post, can sabotage weight loss...

Nutrition

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Everything You Need To Know About Eating Plant-based: Part 1

guest post by susan macfarlane, registered dietitian nutritionist Edit Interest in plant-based eating has never been greater, with an increased number of celebrities and professional athletes swapping their bacon and eggs for beans and tofu. As a dietitian and long-term vegan (circa 2007), being a part of such a shift has been incredible....