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Lauren Manaker

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Lauren Manaker (she/her) 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 6-year-old daughter, playing in the kitchen with her husband, and managing her fertility and pregnancy nutrition-focused instagram page @LaurenLovesNutrition.

www.NutritionNowCounseling.com

Latest Posts by Lauren

Are Longevity Salads Legit? An RD Weighs In

You Deserve a "Longevity Salad" — Here's What That Is

by Lauren Manaker 2/07/25

The Best Foods For Low Blood Sugar, According to RDs

Health Explainers

Low Blood Sugar? Experts Say These 7 Foods Can Help

by Lauren Manaker 2/04/25

Do Keratin Supplements Work For Hair? A Dietitian Finds Out

A Dietitian Shares the Truth Behind Keratin Supplements For Hair Growth

by Lauren Manaker 12/23/24

Why I Don't Cook Thanksgiving Dinner, As a Dietitian

A Dietitian's Defense of the Store-Bought Thanksgiving Dinner

by Lauren Manaker 11/08/24

The Best Healthy Halloween Candy, According to a RD

The 10 Best-Tasting "Healthy" Halloween Candies, Ranked by a Dietitian

by Lauren Manaker 10/21/24

10 Iron-Rich Foods to Add to Your Diet

Healthy Eating Tips

These Iron-Rich Foods Support Better Energy, Immunity, and Sleep

by Lauren Manaker 7/26/24

12 Plant-Based Protein Sources to Add to Your Diet

The 12 Plant-Based Protein Sources That Belong on Your Plate, According to a Dietitian

by Lauren Manaker 7/26/24

Is Liquid Death Good For You? A Dietitian Weighs In

Health Explainers

Liquid Death Is Making Water Edgy — but Is It Good For You?

by Lauren Manaker 7/22/25

Lupus Diet Tips, According to a Rheumatologist and Dietitian

What to Eat When You Have Lupus, According to Experts

by Lauren Manaker 5/04

An RD Reviews Synergy's Pomelo Pink Lemonade Kombucha

I'm an RD Who Hated Kombucha Until I Stumbled Upon GT's Synergy Pomelo Pink Lemonade

by Lauren Manaker 4/24/24

Sea Moss Is Trending — But Is It Good For You?

Healthy Living Tips

Sea Moss Is Everywhere Right Now, But What Can It Actually Do For You?

by Lauren Manaker 1 week ago

10 Meats With the Most Protein, According to RDs

The 10 Meats With the Most Protein and How to Work Them Into Your Diet, According to RDs

by Lauren Manaker 2/07/24

How to Become Vegan: Benefits and Tips

How to Become Vegan and Stick to It, According to RDs

by Lauren Manaker 9/06/24

How to Improve Gut Health

Healthy Eating Tips

How to Improve Gut Health For a Better Microbiome, According to RDs

by Lauren Manaker 6/25/24

Is Ceylon Cinnamon Good For You? RDs Weigh In

Everyone's Favorite Fall Spice Has Been a Superfood All Along

by Lauren Manaker 11/13/24

What Are Refined Carbs, and Are They Really That Bad?

Healthy Eating Tips

Are Refined Carbs as Bad as We've Heard? Dietitians Explain

by Lauren Manaker 6/11/24

4 Healthy Cooking Oils, According to Registered Dietitians

4 of the Best Cooking Oils For Healthier Meals, According to RDs

by Lauren Manaker 12/25/23

The Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes, According to RDs

Are Sweet Potatoes Healthy? Here's What RDs Have to Say

by Lauren Manaker 12/05/23

Do Multivitamins Work? An RD Weighs In

Health Explainers

Do Multivitamins Actually Work?

by Lauren Manaker 6/20/24

Is Melatonin Safe For Kids?

Here's What to Know Before Giving Your Kids Melatonin For Sleep

by Lauren Manaker 3/08/24

Baby-Led Weaning Foods: A Beginner's Guide

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

by Lauren Manaker 8/15/23

Best Baby Food Makers | 2023

The 12 Best Baby-Food Makers of 2023

by Lauren Manaker 7/05/23

Best Tea Kettles

The Best Tea Kettles For Your Morning, Noon, and Night Cuppas

by Lauren Manaker 5/31/23

Best Immersion Blenders

10 Must-Have Immersion Blenders For Soups, Sauces, and More

by Lauren Manaker 5/31/23