Education Bites is a bi-weekly blog series written by Sara Dow. On the first of each month, her blog post will feature nutrition education, a healthy recipe she has tried and loves, and tips to help you achieve your health goals. On the 15th of each month, look for a second blog post centered around a nutrition question from a Y member.
Sara Dow is a ACE Certified Weight Management and Fitness Nutrition Specialist. She is also a ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Small Group Trainer at the Y.
EDUCATION BITES WITH SARA

How Much Protein Do I Really Need?
Nutrition
(Education Bites - May 17th, 2022)
Today's Education Bite is inspired by the frequently asked question:
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Dietary Supplements
Nutrition
(Education Bites - April 15th, 2022)
Today's Education Bite is inspired by the frequently asked question:
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Plant-Based Milks
Nutrition
(Education Bites - March 15th, 2022)
Today's Education Bite is a response to the following question from a Y member:
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Plant-Based Foods
Nutrition
(Education Bites - February 15th, 2022)
Welcome back! Today's topic is in response to the following prompt from a member ...
"I'd love to hear your thoughts on the plant-based foods like cheeses and the beyond beef and such."
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Benefits of Honey
Nutrition
(Education Bites - February 1st, 2022)
Recently I learned...
about the beneficial properties of honey from this excellent article by a registered dietitian.
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