Ohio State dietitians’ guide to the grocery store

It’s easy to become overwhelmed by headlines and nutrition labels when it comes to making food choices at the supermarket, but our clinical experts are ready to bust myths and simplify nutrition guidance.

Exercise and Nutrition

Is coconut oil good or bad for us?

By Mary Mosquera Cochran, RD, LD

You may have seen coconut oil promoted as a healthy substitute when cooking, but the truth is consuming too much coconut oil can have health risks.

Exercise and Nutrition

The healthiest sources of protein from animals

By Razan Hallak, MS, RDN, LD

You don’t have to stop eating meat to be healthier. Which meats are the healthiest sources of protein? Find out from an Ohio State dietitian.

Exercise and Nutrition

How to choose the best ready-made foods at the store, according to a dietitian

By Kacie Vavrek, MS, RD, CSSD

Pre-made and frozen foods aren't all created equal. An Ohio State dietitian shares their picks and what to look for in easy meal choices at the grocery store.

Exercise and Nutrition

What you should know about food additives when eating processed foods

By Julie Palmer, RD

Processed food is full of additives. Some can be harmful. On Ohio State dietitian offers tips on how to navigate reading food labels.

Exercise and Nutrition

The MIND diet for brain health

December 27, 2023

The MIND diet focuses on foods shown to improve brain function. An Ohio State expert explains.

Exercise and Nutrition

Does eating organic vs. conventional fruits and vegetables impact your health?

By Candice Schreiber, RD, LD

Are organic fruits and vegetables always the safer, healthier option? An expert at the James Cancer Hospital at Ohio State weighs in.

Exercise and Nutrition

Why the best sports drink is the one you make yourself

By Timothy Miller, MD

An Ohio State orthopedic surgeon explains how to make an energy drink that will best serve your body during workouts.

Exercise and Nutrition

6 easy steps toward a low-sodium diet

By Liz Weinandy, MPH, RDN, LD

Lowering sodium in your diet can help lower blood pressure and provide other health benefits. An Ohio State nutritionist gives tips on ways to ditch the salt.

Exercise and Nutrition

Is plant-based meat always the healthier option?

By Dena Champion, RD, MS

Curious about the many plant-based meat alternatives popping up on grocery store shelves? A registered dietitian at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center answers your questions to help you can make the best choices.

Exercise and Nutrition

How to read a nutrition label like a dietitian

March 21, 2025

Learn from an Ohio State dietitian tips to reading a nutrition label so you know what’s in your food.

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Tips for a healthy grocery list

By Candice Schreiber, RD, LD

Not sure how to make a healthy grocery list? Ohio State took a walk with a registered dietician to help you decide what to put in your cart, and what to leave on the shelves.

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

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Ohio State dietitians’ guide to the grocery store

It’s easy to become overwhelmed by headlines and nutrition labels when it comes to making food choices at the supermarket, but our clinical experts are ready to bust myths and simplify nutrition guidance.

Is coconut oil good or bad for us?

The healthiest sources of protein from animals

How to choose the best ready-made foods at the store, according to a dietitian

What you should know about food additives when eating processed foods

The MIND diet for brain health

Does eating organic vs. conventional fruits and vegetables impact your health?

Why the best sports drink is the one you make yourself

6 easy steps toward a low-sodium diet

Is plant-based meat always the healthier option?

How to read a nutrition label like a dietitian

Tips for a healthy grocery list

Take the first steps to a healthier lifestyle

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