Photo of author Lauren Manaker

Lauren Manaker

POPSUGAR Contributor
Lauren is an award-winning registered dietitian and freelance writer who is passionate about providing evidence-based nutrition information in a fun and interesting way. She also spends her time raising her six year old daughter, playing in the kitchen with her husband, and managing her fertility and pregnancy nutrition-focused instagram page @LaurenLovesNutrition
https://www.NutritionNowCounseling.com

Latest Posts From Lauren

Choking Is a Serious Risk For Toddlers; Here's How to Cut Their Food For Safe Eating
Family
10/11/2023

Choking Is a Serious Risk For Toddlers; Here's How to Cut Their Food For Safe Eating

Having a toddler (aka a little one between the ages of 1 and 3) can be a lot to keep up with.

How to Choose Between Flaxseeds and Chia Seeds, According to RDs
Fitness
10/03/2023

How to Choose Between Flaxseeds and Chia Seeds, According to RDs

Adding chia seeds or flaxseeds to smoothies, protein balls, and oatmeal isn't new.

The 12 Best Prenatal Vitamins, According to a Dietitian
Family
09/27/2023

The 12 Best Prenatal Vitamins, According to a Dietitian

Prenatal vitamins can be crucial when it comes to ensuring your future child's health.

How Much Protein Is in Tofu? RDs Break It Down
Fitness
09/25/2023

How Much Protein Is in Tofu? RDs Break It Down

If you're looking to cut down on your meat consumption for health or environmental reasons but are concerned about getting enough protein per day, a simple fix can be adding tofu to your rotation.

Here’s What You Need to Know Before Giving Your Kids Melatonin For Sleep
Family
09/25/2023

Here’s What You Need to Know Before Giving Your Kids Melatonin For Sleep

You know those nights when you would give up anything to have your kiddo just go to sleep, but it seems like nothing is working?

15 of the Best Coffee Makers to Deliver Your Daily Caffeine Jolt
Food
09/22/2023

15 of the Best Coffee Makers to Deliver Your Daily Caffeine Jolt

Let's face it: mornings can be a slog.

2 RDs Break Down the Impressive Health Benefits of Cilantro
Fitness
09/21/2023

2 RDs Break Down the Impressive Health Benefits of Cilantro

Cilantro, the name commonly used to describe the stems and leaves of the coriander plant, is a staple in many cuisines, bringing delicious, citrusy flavor to everything from fresh salsas to curry.

Are Smoothies Actually Healthy? A Dietitian Explains
Fitness
09/15/2023

Are Smoothies Actually Healthy? A Dietitian Explains

It doesn't get any easier than tossing ingredients into a high-power blender and pressing a button when you need some food in your belly.

12 Healthy Air-Fryer Recipes That Taste Impossibly Good
Food
08/28/2023

12 Healthy Air-Fryer Recipes That Taste Impossibly Good

Has anything been as revolutionary to the food world as the humble air fryer?

The Best Baby-Led Weaning Foods and How to Introduce Them, According to Experts
Family
08/15/2023

The Best Baby-Led Weaning Foods and How to Introduce Them, According to Experts

Once your baby can sit upright with minimal support, hold its head steady, and put things in its mouth and is starting to show interest in food — it may be time to introduce them to solids.

18 Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes For a Simple and Delicious Dinner
Food
08/08/2023

18 Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes For a Simple and Delicious Dinner

The slow cooker is a versatile and wonderful thing — in this day and age, it can often seem like we just don't have time to do things like cook a nutritious and balanced meal while also taking care of the needs of ourselves and others.

The 12 Best Baby-Food Makers of 2023
Family
07/05/2023

The 12 Best Baby-Food Makers of 2023

If your baby is starting solids and you're interesting in making your own baby food, leaning on a baby food maker can make your life much easier.