Shana Minei Spence

1 month ago | eatingwell.com | Shana Minei Spence

I'm a dietitian, and one of the most requested topics I get asked about is what foods to eat to support gut health. Many foods help foster a healthy and diverse microbiome, but if I'm shopping at Aldi, Friendly Farms Plain Low Sugar Greek Yogurt is my pick as the No. 1 snack to buy for better gut health. Besides being cost-effective-just $5.75 for a 32-ounce tub-it contains protein, probiotics and 0 grams of added sugar to keep your gut in tip-top shape.

1 month ago | eatingwell.com | Shana Minei Spence

Only 1 out of 20 Americans are consuming the recommended amount of dietary fiber each day. Yes, you read that number correctly: 1 out of 20. Fiber is a type of non-digestible carbohydrate. The fact that it's non-digestible is a good thing because it helps things move through your digestive tract, feeds your beneficial gut bacteria and helps prevent constipation. In other words, it keeps you regular.

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Shana Minei Spence

Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RDDesign elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Most Americans are not eating enough fiber which is important for our health. There are several ways we can incorporate fiber-rich foods throughout the day to increase your intake. The key is eating a variety of different high-fiber foods daily to best meet your needs. Only 1 out of 20 Americans are consuming the recommended amount of dietary fiber each day. Yes, you read that number correctly: 1 out of 20.

2 months ago | eatingwell.com | Shana Minei Spence

Cholesterol can be a tricky topic for some. It is a type of waxy, fat-like substance that our bodies need in order to build cells and make vitamins and other hormones. That said, too much of it can lead to complications in the body, such as heart disease. There are also two different types of cholesterol in our body: LDL and HDL. Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL), often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, can build up as plaque in the arteries.

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Shana Minei Spence

Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD"Key Takeaways: "The foods we eat can influence our cholesterol levels and overall heart health. While foods like oats, vegetable oils and beans get a bad reputation, they are great fits for a heart-healthy diet to lower cholesterol. Limiting saturated fat and prioritizing fiber can help support healthy cholesterol levels. Cholesterol can be a tricky topic for some.