by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Jun 18, 2024 | General
A Collaboration Between SMART and Fare Meals As the Founding Director of the nonprofit, SMART (Sisterhood Mobilized for AIDS/HIV Research and Treatment), Susan Rodriquez has empowered women affected by HIV for over 25 years by providing educational resources,...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Aug 24, 2022 | General
Skin Nutrition: All About Acne Welcome to Part 2 of the Skin Nutrition Series! Make sure to checkout Part 1 which covers all of the basics when it comes to eating for your skin. Today, we will focus on using nutrition to target skin conditions, notably acne....
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Jul 26, 2022 | General
Skin Nutrition: Eating For Your Skin Do you know what the largest organ in our body is? If you read the title of this blog post, you can probably guess – Our skin! That’s why it is so important to take care of our skin, and diet plays a significant role in doing...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Feb 28, 2022 | General
3 ways to improve your gut health get your gut health in check! Believe it or not, there are millions of microorganisms, both harmful and beneficial, lining our digestive tract. This is what is referred to as the gut microbiome, and our bodies need a balance of...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Feb 7, 2022 | General
Balancing Blood Sugar While some of us may be familiar with blood sugar balance, this concept is rarely highlighted in health and nutrition. Nevertheless, maintaining the proper blood sugar balance is essential for promoting optimal health and feeling our absolute...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Sep 30, 2021 | General
COVID-19 & IMMUNITY COVID-19 has greatly impacted all of us. With rising cases of the delta variant, I wanted to address safety precautions and health measures that can be taken to combat the spread of COVID-19 variants and protect the wellbeing of our...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Sep 16, 2021 | General
BACK TO SCHOOL FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY… CONTINUED! It’s that time of year again! By the end of August and now for the month of September, Fare Meals is helping all of us settle back into the swing of things with a brand new school year! Although this fall...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Aug 3, 2021 | General
MINERALS Did you know that the body needs micronutrients called minerals to perform many day-to-day functions? These essential micronutrients are divided into two categories: minor minerals and major minerals. For all intents and purposes, there are nine minor...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Jul 3, 2021 | General
Vitamins and Minerals Part 2: Fat-Soluble Vitamins By now, you know a lot about water-soluble vitamins. If not, check out Part 1 of this blog series! Now, we are officially moving on to the second category of vitamins: fat-soluble vitamins. These are vitamins that the...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | May 31, 2021 | General
Vitamins and Minerals Part 1: Water-Soluble Vitamins We all know that vitamins are good for us, but what exactly do vitamins do? That’s what we’re discussing in today’s blog post! But first, let’s cover some basics. Vitamins are micronutrients: small components found...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | May 28, 2021 | General
Watch the recording with Mara Schiavocampo, Emmy Award-winning TV journalist, and Arielle Kestenbaum, Registered Dietitian MS, RD, CDN, to learn all the tricks and tips for shopping on a budget, allowing for easy, healthy, and affordable food preparation at home!...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Apr 27, 2021 | General
STAYING HYDRATED: HELPFUL HYDRATION HACKS Staying hydrated is so important, especially as the weather begins to warm up! Hydration helps to regulate body temperature and supports the immune system. It also aids in the digestive system, preventing constipation and...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Apr 14, 2021 | General
REPURPOSING LEFTOVERS Finding new ways to utilize leftovers is a helpful skill for those of us who appreciate a little variety or simply prefer not to eat the same exact things every day. This applies to food cooked at home, saved from meals eaten out, or even takeout...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Mar 10, 2021 | General
LET’S TALK ABOUT SEASONAL EATING Ever wonder how you can buy pineapples in December or pumpkins in June? This is made possible due to technological advancements in agriculture which allow us to enjoy a variety of different fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Mar 2, 2021 | General
THE TRANSITION TO A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION I started Fare Meals in April 2020 as a community nutrition project aimed to empower families eating on a budget. As a mother, I know how difficult it can be to provide healthy meals for my husband and kids that are both...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Jan 25, 2021 | General
Incorporating Healthy Patterns into the New Year You’re not alone if you didn’t reach your health and wellness goals in 2020 – trust me. The new year can add a lot of pressure to our lives, specifically in the health and wellness department – and this year...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Dec 18, 2020 | General
Probiotics VS Prebiotics: Everything You Need To Know Did you know that GOOD bacteria is a huge component of gut health? A common misconception is that all bacteria are “bad” and can lead to infections or diseases. Believe it or not, our bodies actually need both...
by Arielle Kestenbaum MS, RD, CDN | Dec 3, 2020 | General
HOW TO EAT INTUITIVELY AND LEAVE FOOD RULES BEHIND Have you ever heard of intuitive eating? This is a practice created by dietitians that emphasizes listening to your body and actively acknowledging all of our emotions when it comes to eating. Intuitive eating is an...
