Alyssa Northrop

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Alyssa Northrop is a registered dietitian, nutrition writer, speaker and licensed massage therapist based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She received a Master of Public Health in human nutrition from the University of Michigan and began her career as a researcher investigating complementary treatments for heart disease patients at the University of Michigan Integrative Medicine Research Center. Currently, she offers holistic nutrition counseling and therapeutic massage through her private practice in Minneapolis. When she isn’t cooking, eating or writing about food, she loves spending time with her husband and two children, running and singing with the Minnesota Chorale.

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  • 8 Top Healthy Frozen Meals, According To Experts

    Whether it’s a busy work week, the kids need carpooling or there’s simply no time to prep and cook, frozen meals are a quick and easy way to satisfy hunger. But can they be healthy, too? Below, registered dietitian nutritionists...

  • A Guide To The Best Juices For Weight Loss, According To Experts

    Countless fad diets, supplements and other products are often marketed as easy ways to lose weight. While the idea of a quick fix for weight loss—like individual juices or juice diets—may be appealing, experts generally agree the safest way to...

  • Keto Gummies For Weight Loss: Safety And Alternatives

    Keto gummies are a type of supplement purported to help support weight loss while improving energy, mental focus and digestion. While some include ketones—an alternate fuel source for the body—others mainly include apple cider vinegar. Many keto gummy brands claim...

  • 6 Health Benefits Of Kefir, According To Nutrition Experts

    Kefir is a fermented, probiotic-rich beverage with an acidic taste and creamy consistency similar to thin yogurt. People have enjoyed drinking kefir for its health benefits since its creation in ancient times in the Balkans, Eastern Europe and Caucasus region....

  • Ozempic For Weight Loss: Cost, Side Effects And Efficacy

    Ozempic is a once-weekly injectable medication formulated to help adults with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar. Although not officially a weight loss drug, research suggests that people who take Ozempic may lose modest amounts of weight while on...

  • What Are Phytosterols? 5 Health Benefits Of These Plant Compounds

    Phytosterols are natural substances found in plant-based foods like nuts, seeds, grains and vegetable oils and are known for their ability to support healthy cholesterol levels. People with high cholesterol may consider eating foods rich in phytosterols, or taking phytosterol...

  • Best Weight And Mass Gainers Supplements Of 2024

    While many people can consume all the calories they need from foods in their daily diet, serious athletes and others with high energy requirements may have trouble meeting their protein needs through diet alone—especially when they are trying to gain...

  • Potassium Supplements: Benefits, Uses And Side Effects

    Potassium, a mineral found in all body tissues, is critical for proper cellular function. “Despite its significance, not everyone gets enough potassium from their diet, leading some to consider supplements,” says California-based registered dietitian Allyson Brigham. Individuals with certain health...

  • 14 Superfoods To Consider Adding To Your Diet, According To Experts 

    The term “superfood” is a buzzword in the nutrition realm and is typically used to denote a food that is exceptionally nutrient-dense. Although there is no scientific definition for what constitutes a superfood, the term is widely used—who doesn’t want...

  • What Is Taurine? Benefits, Side Effects And Supplements

    A look at the nutrition label of many popular energy drinks will likely reveal a common ingredient—taurine. While this amino acid is well-known for its role in energy production, it offers many more health benefits, too. In fact, recent research—albeit...

  • 5 Foods To Help Boost Testosterone

    Signs of low testosterone, or low T, can be varied, ranging from a decreased sex drive, erection issues, trouble concentrating and even depression. With an estimated 10% to 40% of men dealing with low testosterone, many people may seek easy,...

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  • What Are Macros?

    Macronutrients, or macros, are essential dietary components that provide the body with the energy it needs to function. Macros are categorized into carbohydrates, protein and fat, all of which are vital elements of a balanced diet. Read on to learn...

  • 5 Health Benefits Of Kombucha Tea, According To Research

    The abundance of kombucha on grocery store shelves may make you wonder what this distinctly tart, bubbly beverage is all about. While you can now find kombucha in an array of flavors, traditionally, kombucha is a probiotic-rich fermented tea that’s...

  • Magnesium Citrate: Uses, Side Effects And Warnings

    Magnesium is an important mineral that’s abundant in the body and involved in over 600 enzymatic reactions. But, according to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly half of people in the U.S. don’t meet their...

  • A Guide To The Best Vitamins And Supplements For Healthy Skin

    If the countless lotions, creams and serums on the market promising youthful, glowing skin are any indication, many are in pursuit of a healthy-looking complexion. But beyond aesthetics, your skin is an important organ that protects your body from the...

  • MSM Supplements: Benefits And Risks (Methylsulfonylmethane)

    Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a naturally-occurring compound, commonly found in dietary supplements primarily used for treating arthritis and inflammation. Research suggests it may offer additional benefits, including reduced muscle soreness after exercise, relief from seasonal allergies and even support for cancer...

  • Joggo Review: Does It Really Work?

    Our Verdict: Joggo is a personalized running app that generates daily running and strength-training workouts tailored to your current fitness level. While Joggo is intended for users interested in losing weight, the program also benefits beginner or recreational runners seeking...

  • Your Guide To The Best Brain Supplements

    Cognitive health is top of mind—not only as you age, but any time you long for improved focus, clarity and energy. While experts agree that a healthy diet and lifestyle are two important factors for brain health, research suggests certain...

  • Wegovy: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects And Warnings

    With approximately 70% of U.S. adults living with excess weight or obesity, the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) recent approval of the weight loss drug Wegovy in June of 2021 may be an effective treatment for those who have been...

  • The Truth About Fad Diets

    Fad diets are not a new phenomenon, and with the prevalence of obesity in the U.S. rising to nearly 42% of the population between 2017 and 2022, it’s no surprise that an estimated 45 million Americans go on a diet...

  • Prediabetes Diet: Foods To Eat And How They Can Help

    Prediabetes is incredibly common—an estimated 88 million U.S adults met the criteria for the condition in 2018. If you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes, the nutrition choices you make now are more important than ever, as it could mean the difference...

  • What Is The Military Diet?

    The Military Diet plan is a low-calorie, short-term diet regimen that claims to help you lose 10 pounds in one week. Despite its name, the diet has no connection to the military. It’s divided into two stages: Three days following...

  • A Guide To The Best Fertility Supplements And Vitamins For Men

    Dealing with fertility issues can be both emotionally and financially draining. You may feel you and your partner are alone in your struggle to conceive, but fertility issues are more common than you might realize, affecting up to 9% of...

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