Lisa Valente, M.S., RD

Lisa Valente is a registered dietitian and nutrition editor. She studied at the University of Vermont, where she completed her undergraduate studies in nutrition, food science and dietetics, and attended the dietetic internship program at Massachusetts General Hospital to become a registered dietitian. She went on to earn a master's degree in nutrition communication from the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University. She was a nutrition editor at EatingWell for eight years. Prior to EatingWell, Lisa worked as a research dietitian at Griffin Hospital in Connecticut and also taught cooking and nutrition classes. She was a featured speaker at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics annual Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE) in 2017. Lisa always wants to keep things realistic for readers when it comes to explaining healthy eating, nutrition science and trends. She loves pasta and chocolate, and also helping people eat more veggies. A mom to two young boys, and a dog, she stays busy playing with trains and blocks, hiking, skiing and exploring all the great things there are to do in Vermont.

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9 Healthy Tips to Help You Start Eating a Vegan Diet

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If cutting out meat, dairy and eggs leaves you confused about how to eat a healthy, balanced diet, you're in the right place.

7 Must-Eat Fermented Foods for a Healthy Gut

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Try these probiotic-rich foods for gut health. The good bacteria may improve digestion, boost immunity, promote a healthy weight and more.

Peanut Butter Energy Balls

These healthy peanut butter and chocolate energy balls deliver a mixture of simple and complex carbohydrates to help fuel you up whenever you need a little boost.

Meal Prep Recipes to Help You Lose Weight

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Meal prep can help you lose weight by setting you up for success. When you have a healthy plan in place you're less likely to grab take-out and processed foods on the run. Here are EatingWell's best meal-prep recipes for weight loss that are rich in veggies, fruits, whole grains, healthy protein and fat to help you reach your weight loss goals in a healthy way.

The 10 Best Snacks for Weight Loss, According to a Dietitian

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Learn what to look for in a snack so that it helps with weight loss and how to make evening snacks fit into a healthy diet.

Top Vegetarian Protein Sources

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If you're following a vegetarian diet, try these meatless and plant-based options to get your protein.

Which Is Healthier: Greek Yogurt or Regular Yogurt?

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We compared the nutrition stats of each yogurt to help you make your choice. Plus, we looked at the environmental impact to help you decide which yogurt to eat.

What Should You Eat If You Come Down with COVID-19?

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Here is some guidance from a registered dietitian on foods and drinks that may help you feel just a little bit better if you get sick with COVID-19.

9 Best Mediterranean Diet Foods for Heart Health

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Try these nine Mediterranean diet foods.

Which Is Healthier: Greek Yogurt or Regular Yogurt?

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We compared the nutrition stats of each yogurt to help you make your choice. Plus, we looked at the environmental impact to help you decide which yogurt to eat.

What Should You Eat If You Come Down with COVID-19?

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Here is some guidance from a registered dietitian on foods and drinks that may help you feel just a little bit better if you get sick with COVID-19.

9 Best Mediterranean Diet Foods for Heart Health

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Try these nine Mediterranean diet foods.

Healthy Lunch Ideas for Weight Loss

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Trying to slim down? Make one of these healthy lunch recipes featuring ingredients like chickpeas, avocados, eggs, cucumbers and leafy greens that can help you lose weight.

8 Foods With More Potassium Than a Banana

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These potassium-rich foods might surprise you.

Low-Carb Fruits Ranked from Lowest to Highest Carbs

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All fruits are good for you and nutrient-rich. But if you're watching your carbs, some are lower than others.

Are There Foods That Can Help Boost Your Immunity? Here's What a Dietitian Says

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When it comes to a healthy immune system, certain nutrients can help. But there isn't one vitamin or mineral that can protect you from the coronavirus or the flu.

10 Foods with More Protein Than an Egg

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When you're looking for a high-protein food to eat, these healthy options all deliver more than 6 grams.

45 Cheap Healthy Lunch Ideas for Work

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A healthy lunch doesn't have to be expensive. Stick to your budget by making your lunch at home and packing it for work.

5 Easy Ways to Eat More Vegetables Every Day

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Most of us don't get enough vegetables even though we know they're super healthy. Here's how you can eat more, according to a dietitian, without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.