Ronnie Koenig

New Jersey

Journalist at Freelance

Senior Editor at New Jersey Family

Freelance journalist @Forbes @eatthisnotthat @PureWow @Parents

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5 Low-Calorie Restaurant Meals for Your Calorie Deficit

6 days ago | eatthis.com | Ronnie Koenig

You eat great all week, getting protein at breakfast, packing your lunch and portioning out your dinner. But then the weekend comes, or a social event with friends or coworkers pops up, and you know that all your hard work is going to be undone in a single meal because of restaurant food. Sound familiar? While eating in restaurants is generally a more caloric affair than eating at home, you don't have to blow your healthy eating routine just because you're ordering off a menu.
The 3 Healthiest McDonald's Breakfasts to Start Your Day Right

1 week ago | msn.com | Ronnie Koenig

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The 3 Healthiest McDonald's Breakfasts to Start Your Day Right

1 week ago | eatthis.com | Ronnie Koenig

Breakfast at McDonald's can be so easy and satisfying. The convenience of the drive-thru can be tempting on a busy morning. And the numerous breakfast sandwiches on offer are all savory and hot to go. Whether McDonald's is your daily stop or an occasional treat, you may be wondering if your order is undoing your efforts to eat healthier. While some of their breakfast items are arguably part of a healthy diet, others are not exactly what the doctor ordered.
13 Yogurt Brands Nutritionists Trust—And 3 They Avoid

1 week ago | eatthis.com | Ronnie Koenig

Rich in protein, calcium and probiotics, yogurt is one of the healthiest foods you can eat. There are so many varieties of yogurt on the shelves, it can be difficult to decide which ones to get. We all want a yogurt that tastes great and supports our nutritional goals. But some yogurts may be full of sugar and others may be too thick or too watery.
10 Foods That Flatten Your Stomach in Just Weeks

1 week ago | eatthis.com | Ronnie Koenig

With spring here and summer on the horizon you may be thinking more about banishing belly fat. Maybe you're feeling the bloat or you just want to look better in your clothes. Whatever the reason, it's a common desire to reduce fat in the abdominal area. By now we know that you can't spot-reduce fat.
Costco Shoppers Are Buzzing About This New Spring Cheesecake

1 week ago | msn.com | Ronnie Koenig

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Costco’s New Strawberry Cheesecake Is the Must-Have Dessert for Spring

1 week ago | eatthis.com | Ronnie Koenig

Costco always has a great variety of desserts in its bakery and right now there's something extra special that just popped up for spring. While the old favorites like Tuxedo cake and chocolate chunk cookies will always have a place on the table, as the weather gets warmer it's time to think about sweets that are lighter, brighter and in-season. Cheesecake has always been a go-to dessert at Costco, but this new cake takes things a step further.
I Tried 5 Protein Bars and This One Tasted Like a Real Candy Bar

1 week ago | eatthis.com | Ronnie Koenig

A protein bar is a tricky snack to get right. On the one hand an easy, portable source of protein sounds like a great thing. But if you've tried enough protein bars you know that looks (and wrappers) can be deceiving. Sometimes a so-called protein bar is really just candy in disguise (high in sugar and fat but with very little protein) while other bars are high in protein and look delicious – but end up tasting strange, or chalky, or syrupy or just too chewy.
5 Costco Desserts That Shoppers Are Raving About Right Now

2 weeks ago | eatthis.com | Ronnie Koenig

Dessert may not be the most important meal of the day, but it's definitely the most fun. If you've got a serious sweet tooth, or if you just like a little treat when you're done with the main dish, Costco has plenty of choices. From their legendary bakery items to the amazing products you'll find in the freezer case and on shelves, this is the place to find something everyone in your family will enjoy. But what are the really special desserts that you should go out of your way for?
10 Grocery Staples Facing Price Increases This Week

2 weeks ago | eatthis.com | Ronnie Koenig

After months of price swings, the price of groceries is once again creeping higher — and this week, several staples could see fresh hikes. While many stores are trying to hold the line on costs with loyalty programs and "value" messaging, shoppers are feeling the squeeze, says Sam Silverstein, a reporter for Grocery Dive. "Grocers know shoppers are price-focused and will notice even small differences," he explains.