I have some exciting news. I was recently selected to be a student blogger for the American Society for Nutrition (ASN). ASN is a non-profit organization dedicated to “bringing together the worlds top researchers, clinical nutritionists, and industry to advance our knowledge and application of nutrition.” You can read more about ASN here.

Yesterday, my first post on the ASN blog went live!

The Gluten Free Health Halo

The gluten-free aisle of the grocery store is growing exponentially. While this explosion benefits many individuals, it also contributes to a growing number of misconceptions about gluten and it’s role in weight, energy, and other health concerns. Are you one of the 7-10% of Americans with Celiac or gluten sensitivity? Or, have you jumped on the gluten-free bandwagon because Oprah said so? Continue reading to find out how going gluten-free became a mainstream diet choice, and why it may not be promote your weight loss goals and overall health.

Enjoy my latest post on ASN and please feel free to come back here to share your thoughts!

- your food and fitness friend