Lisa Valente, M.S., RD

Lisa Valente is a registered dietitian and the senior digital nutrition editor for EatingWell. She always wants to keep things realistic for our 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.

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.

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.

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.

7 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Vegetarian

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I’ve been a vegetarian for almost 15 years—here’s what I wish I knew before I gave up meat.

This Low-Carb "Pasta" Makes It So Easy to Get a Serving of Veggies

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Get all the nutrition of spaghetti squash, plus all the convenience of pasta with SOLELY's dried spaghetti squash.

I'm a Dietitian and This Is My Go-to Breakfast

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It’s made up of four ingredients that have been shunned in certain nutrition circles—but here’s why I think it deserves some love.

I’m a Dietitian, This Is the One Vegetable I Never Leave the Grocery Store Without

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I buy lots of fruits and veggies at the store, but the humble potato is always stocked at my house. Here’s why I think potatoes deserve a spot on your plate, too.

Are Veggie Straws and Chips Healthier Than Potato Chips?

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They've got veggie in the name, so they must be better for you than potato chips right? Here's what a registered dietitian thinks.

Is the Blood Type Diet Healthy? A Registered Dietitian Weighs In

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Should you change what you eat if you’re type A or type O? Here’s what you should know about the Blood Type Diet.

This Non-Toxic Cleaner Literally Makes Red Wine Stains Disappear Before Your Eyes

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If you have kids, pets or like to drink wine or coffee—consider this cleaning spray a must-have.

Why You Don't Need Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies, According to a Dietitian

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Hate to break it to you—but this expensive "candy" vitamin probably isn’t going to make you any healthier.

How One Woman Is Inspiring Moms to Eat Better, Work Out and Be Smarter with Their Money

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Like many of us, Taryn Newton had some high highs and low lows last year, but her knack for keeping it real on Instagram and looking on the bright side is helping her family and others improve their lives in realistic ways.

The Best Foods to Eat during the COVID-19 Pandemic, According to a Gut-Health Doctor

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A healthy gut helps keep your immune system strong. Plus, new research continues to link gut health with COVID-19 severity and symptoms. We sat down with Will Bulsiewicz, M.D. to get the scoop on the latest gut-health research and what to eat to keep your gut strong and healthy.

6 Healthy Noodles You Should Be Eating, According to a Dietitian

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Poor pasta. It always gets a bad reputation, but noodles can actually be good for you. Here we took a look at some of the best noodles to eat for your health.