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State Fair Musings [2013]
Since this is my third post on the subject, you may have figured out by now that I LOVE the Minnesota State Fair. I love the people, love the shows, love the animals and LOVE the food (And drinks too :)). If you're wondering how a dietitian manages to eat at the fair,...
Live Segment from the State Fair
Many go to the state fair to splurge but I still think it's possible to eat somewhat balanced while eating fair food! I didn't think anyone would be too excited to see me go on air talking about fresh fruit at the state fair (although there are many delicious fresh...
Healthy Eating at the State Fair!
I am a HUGE fan of the Minnesota State Fair. I'm the type of fair-goer who arrives early for breakfast and stays 'til sundown. Most years I attend five or six full days. Typically, when people learn this scratch their heads and: They ask me one of two questions: How...
Kombucha Q & A Session
Okay, okay, I know many of you have been waiting for this post as long as you waited for my post on putting BUTTER in my COFFEE. Every time I put pictures up of this good stuff, you guys continue to ask what the HECK I’m drinking! So, this is a little Q & A...
Coffee and… Butter?
Now that you've read Confused About Coffee?, you're aware that coffee is one of my loves. I am pumped to fill you in on my favorite coffee add-in (although the title of this post pretty much gives it away). I was introduced to the amazingly delicious and nutritious...
5 Things Dietitian Cassie Would Never Eat
The crew at TCLÂ asked me to determine the Top 5 things I'd NEVER eat. I revealed these foods on the air: Tip:Â When determining if something is a healthy eat, check out the ingredient list. Rule of thumb: The shorter the ingredient list, the better. Now, go grab my...
Top 10 Gas Station Eats (as seen on TV!)
I had a blast touring Kwik Trip today with Emily, field reporter for Twin Cities Live TV. Below you'll find the video clip from our tour and my top 10 picks for gas station eating (that are in line with balanced PFC (Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate!). These provide you...
Hydrating and Dehydrating Foods (As seen on WCCO TV!)
It's always important to stay hydrated, but even MORE critical in the heat of summertime. Your body is comprised of around 60%water and just about every system in the body needs it to function. And believe it or not, drinking water and sports drinks are not the ONLY...
Confused About Coffee?
Every day, with worrisome and concerned looks, I get somber questions about coffee and caffeine. Is coffee bad for you? Do you, Dietitian Cassie, personally drink it? How much is too much? Coffee is a morning tradition for people all around the world, so it's no...
Healthy Summer Salads! (As seen on TV!)
These are my healthy salad recipes I showed today on TV today — delicious, better-for-you alternatives to traditional pasta, potato and cool whip salads. Bring 'em to your next party, picnic or potluck and let me know what the crowd thinks! I included the sugar...