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.
What Should You Eat If You Come Down with Coronavirus?
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Here is some guidance from a registered dietitian on foods and drinks that may help you when you're sick.
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I'm a Dietitian, and I'll Never Give Up Pasta—Here's Why
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Pasta is one of my favorite foods. Here's why it's actually good for you too.
3 Ways to Limit Processed Foods (& the Ones You Should Keep in Your Diet)
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Learn which packaged foods to limit and which can be part of a healthy diet.
Are There Foods That Can Help Boost Your Immunity? Here's What a Dietitian Says
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Put the zinc pills down, and listen to the CDC. Please and thank you
Clean-Eating Foods List
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Clean up your diet with these healthy clean foods to eat more often and learn which foods to watch out for.
7 Tips for Clean Eating
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Your guide to eating more whole foods and reducing processed foods. These are our best tips to help you start eating clean—recipes included.
5 Tips for Making Clean-Eating Snacks
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Plus, which foods to ditch to eat clean.
5 Tips for Making Clean-Eating Breakfasts
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Have an easy, nutritious breakfast that helps you meet your clean eating goals with these recipes and tips.
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10 Best Healthy Breakfast Foods to Buy at Costco, According to a Dietitian
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Start your mornings right with these healthy breakfast finds from Costco.
Top 5 Healthy Eating Tips, According to a Registered Dietitian
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Want to eat healthier, but don’t know where to start? Here are 5 easy ways to improve your diet.
My Favorite Prime Day Deal Is Back—See How You Can Basically Get Free Money and Support Small Businesses
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Ahead of Prime Day, take advantage of this special offer Amazon is running for shopping small businesses.
8 Easy Things You Should Do Before 8 a.m., According to a Dietitian
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Even if you don't think you're a morning person, these habits can help you start your day on the right foot.
10 Health Benefits of Eating Vegetables, According to a Dietitian
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There's a lot of reasons that nutrition experts are always telling people to eat more veggies. Here's more about why this food group is so good for you.
Concerned About Pandemic Weight Gain? Here’s What a Dietitian Says You Should Do
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Take a deep breath and give yourself some grace. You're not alone and it's not the end of the world, promise. Here’s what a registered dietitian thinks about those extra pandemic pounds.
6 Healthy Breads You Should Be Eating, According to a Dietitian
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Because bread can absolutely be a part of a healthy diet, but some are better for you than others.
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Our Editors Are Obsessed with the Always Pan— and It's on Major Sale Right Now
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With over 14,000, 5-star reviews you’ll want to take advantage of this limited time offer for $30 off.
Best Healthy Snacks to Buy at Trader Joe's, According to a Dietitian
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These TJ’s snacks help satisfy your tastebuds and are nutritious. Here are our registered dietitian's picks.
Why I Don't Believe In Calorie Counting, According to a Dietitian
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Save the math equations for another time. Here are four reasons why I don't love counting calories.
I'm a Dietitian and This Is My Favorite Healthy Bread
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Yes—gasp—dietitians eat bread. Here’s why I recommend this type.
The #1 Tip for Keeping Your Brain Sharp As You Age, According to Neurosurgeon Sanjay Gupta
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He’s identified 5 pillars that are important for brain health and also one healthy habit that’s extra important. 
Peanut Butter Blueberry Energy Balls
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These healthy energy balls made with peanut butter, chocolate and dehydrated blueberries deliver a mixture of simple and complex carbohydrates to help fuel you up whenever you need a little boost.
Is Pesto Healthy? Here’s What a Dietitian Says
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Is this tasty sauce too good to be true? Here, we break down the nutrition of pesto and tell you more about how to enjoy it.
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These 7 Things Could Make You More Likely to Get Heart Disease, According to the American Heart Association
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Their Life’s Simple 7 checklist can help you assess your risk and make a plan for taking steps to a healthier heart.
The Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen Lists Came Out Today—Here's What an Expert Says About Choosing Organic
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Should you be worried about pesticides on your fruits and vegetables? We talked to an expert to find out more.
I'm a Dietitian, This Is the One Trader Joe's Item I Never Leave the Store Without
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I have a lot of TJ’s favorites, but this is the food that always ends up in my cart.
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