Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD is a NYC-based Registered Dietitian, food and nutrition writer and national speaker. She has a Master’s in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology from Columbia University, and she has been a vegetarian for close to a decade.
Natalie Rizzo
How to Eat a Balanced Vegan or Plant-Based Diet, from a Nutritionist
Following a vegan or plant-based diet can be great for your health and the planet, but it can also be challenging if you don't pay attention to your daily needs of macronutrients, or "macros" which are: Protein, Healthy Fat, and Calories. For some people, losing weight is the goal, but for…
Ask the Expert: What Are Healthy Swaps When I’m Missing Meat or Dairy?
Q: What are some healthy swaps for times when I’m really missing animal products on a plant-based diet?
A: If you’re new to plant-based eating, chances are that the first week or two might be a little rough. You’ll likely yearn for animal products …
A: If you’re new to plant-based eating, chances are that the first week or two might be a little rough. You’ll likely yearn for animal products …