Matthew Kadey, MS, RD
Matthew Kadey, MS, RD
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Perhaps we should be substituting beef for beans more often. A clinical trial from the University of Helsinki, Finland, suggests that simply swapping a large portion of the red and processed meat in our diets for legumes may lead to extra weight loss and improved cholesterol levels, even when reported calorie intake is higher. For…
The nutritional numbers for many cereals are not so grrreat! They’re a go-to breakfast option for millions of kids and adults. Though often marketed as being healthy for various reasons, like being made with whole grains, many cereals today are actually less nutritious than they were a decade ago, a new study has found. Packaged…
Infamously hawked as a novelty product to the tune of Ch-ch-ch-chia!, chia seeds have experienced a renaissance as a functional food. The diminutive seeds of the Salvia hispanica plant, native to Mexico, are no longer considered just a niche food as they have become much more popular and common. One could rightfully argue they are…
Research shows that low-carb eating might not be so low-carb after all. If any of your clients tells you they are diligently following a specific diet you are justified in being somewhat skeptical. According to results published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, many people have the habit of mischaracterizing their…
Hot sauce might be the slimming condiment. Spicy food might make us perspire and flush, but it could also help some people eat more slowly and avoid overeating. This according to a 2025 study published in Food Quality and Preference, which found that moderately spicy meals can lead to slower eating and a reduction in…
Going on Ozempic and its ilk could make some foods taste too sweet or salty for one’s liking. Meant to help with the treatment of type 2 diabetes, millions of Americans are now using glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist drugs to aid in weight loss efforts. Mainly, people are finding that the medications help keep…
Should we shelve the protein powders? With the obsession over protein, it’s no surprise that protein powders are one of the biggest supplement sellers. But you might be getting more than protein when you scoop it up. Many protein powders on the market may contain troubling amounts of heavy metals such as lead and cadmium,…
Low water intake can be more problematic than leaving you feeling thirsty. Turns out that drinking sufficient amounts of water is good for more than just keeping us hydrated; it may make us more resilient to stress. In a lab experiment published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, young adults aged 18 to 35 who…
Seemingly, Americans still can’t get enough of their burgers and fries. Over 30 percent of adults and children consumed fast food on a given day between August 2021 and August 2023, according to two 2025 reports released from the National Center for Health Statistics. Investigators from the agency estimated fast food consumption using data from…
Heat waves may be shaping the way we eat, with possible health problems. Climate warming in the United States appears to be amping up our sweet tooth, a study in Nature Climate Change found. The research discovered that Americans, especially those with lower income and education, are consuming significantly more sugar as temperatures rise, primarily…
Research suggests it might not be wise to rely on highly processed packaged foods for our muscle-making macro. Perhaps protein bars and steak aren’t created equal. A recent analysis of 1,641 protein bars published in the journal Scientific Reports found that the quality of protein in most commercially available bars may not be ideal for…
In a real world study, people lost twice as much weight on a diet with minimally processed foods compared to one high in ultra-processed ones. A real-world, long-term study published in Nature Medicine revealed that food processing itself plays a significant role in shaping body weight. When given nutritionally matched diets, participants lost twice as…
Yes, it’s possible to get ripped by eating more beans and tofu. There has been a long-held belief that making gains in the gym requires eating meat or other animal products. Not just bro science, but an idea also backed up some studies. In recent years, however, better-controlled studies have been published, overturning previous assumptions,…
A mathematical model study suggests extra potassium could help offset the sodium we eat. High blood pressure (hypertension) is a leading cause of coronary heart disease and stroke and may also contribute to other afflictions like chronic kidney disease and dementia. And usually, when someone is trying to lower their blood pressure numbers, they are…
Study suggests that eating more nutritious carbohydrates in middle age can help us age well An analysis of data involving over 47,500 women from the Nurses’ Health Study found that women who consumed high-quality carbohydrates and higher intakes of dietary fiber during their 40’s were more likely to experience healthy aging, while refined and starchy…
When it comes to a potentially harmful toxin, white rice can hold an advantage over its brown counterpart With its extra fiber, vitamins and nutrients preserved in the bran layer, many nutritionists will recommend that we choose brown rice over white, saying it’s the healthier option. But it may harbor a hidden danger—concerning levels of…
Scientists have found that less nutritious processed foods are associated with poorer academic performances among teens Good performance at school starts with good nutrition. A study of 788 adolescents aged 12 to 17 has found that regular consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) is linked to lower academic performance. The research, published in Nutrients, shows that…
Study links coffee consumption to lower risk of all-cause mortality; benefits diminished with add-ins Coffee might be doing more than energizing our morning routines and workouts; it could be extending our lives. A large-scale observational study involving 46,000 individuals by Tufts University suggests that drinking one to three cups of caffeinated coffee daily is associated…
Canola oil may no longer be a healthy as it once was Crop scientists have long suspected that changes in the global climate will impact the nutritional composition of the foods we eat and not always for the better. A recent report in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition lends support to these fears. Using…
Salty, earthy and funky, miso is finding its way into more American kitchens. Its popularity is soaring as the interest in fermented foods continues to rise. Though several varieties exist, the miso we most often see on store shelves is made from cooked whole soybeans which are combined with koji (a bacteria starter), salt and…
