Healthy Tips to Keep You Going in 2023 January 14, 2023Medically Reviewed By Elizabeth A. Swick MS, RDN Starting a new year can be overwhelming! Welcome to the world of Scott’s Protein Balls to set you on the right path for 2023! Let’s face it: as we enter...
Healthy Fats to Include in Your Snacks January 13, 2023Medically Reviewed By Elizabeth A. Swick MS, RDN Including fat in your snacks helps you feel fuller longer, with steady energy until your next meal. There can be some lingering fear around eating fat (thanks, diet culture), but...
What You Eat Is More Important Than Organic Vs. Non-Organic Foods January 06, 2023Medically Reviewed By Elizabeth A. Swick MS, RDN At Scott’s Protein Balls, we care about quality food and healthy snacks. We will always work to bring you the most nutritious options. Therefore, many of the ingredients in our...
Why Soy Foods Are Healthy and May Prevent Breast Cancer September 29, 2022MEDICALLY REVIEWED BY ELIZABETH A. SWICK MS, RDN Are you scared or confused about including soy in your diet? On the one hand, soy is a health food. But on the other hand, do you wonder about the...
Spotlight on Chia Seeds September 29, 2022MEDICALLY REVIEWED BY ELIZABETH A. SWICK MS, RDN Chia seeds are one of our favorite Scott’s Protein Balls ingredients, and for good reasons. These tiny seeds pack a big nutritional punch! Eating chia seeds is one of our...
Beyond Calories – Food Can Be More Than Just Fuel September 08, 2022Medically Reviewed By Elizabeth A. Swick MS, RDN When you think about nutrition, do you think about calories first? We’ve been taught to think of food as fuel, more than the impact of diet on health. But this...
Why Smart Snacking Is Important for Your Waistline August 05, 2022Medically Reviewed By Elizabeth A. Swick MS, RDN Is snacking part of a healthy diet? Is there any world in which a habit of smart snacking could actually play a role in weight loss or even just maintaining...
Gluten-Free: All Your Questions Answered August 05, 2022Medically Reviewed By Elizabeth A. Swick MS, RDN Gluten-free eating continues to grow in popularity, but we promise you it’s more than a fad. People choose to avoid gluten for so many reason – everything from health, environmental reasons,...
How To Improve Sleep August 05, 2022Medically Reviewed By Elizabeth A. Swick MS, RDN If your goal is to lose weight, balance your hormones, improve exercise performance, or heal from a disease or injury, getting better sleep will help. Poor sleep will keep you...
The #1 Food Dietitians Want You To Eat To Stop Cravings August 05, 2022Medically Reviewed By Elizabeth A. Swick MS, RDN Do you need a little something sweet after meals? Can’t get through the afternoon without a treat? Or are you struggling to feel satisfied after meals even if you ate...
What Is Allulose? Allulose Sweetener FAQs August 05, 2022Medically Reviewed By Elizabeth A. Swick MS, RDN Have you heard about allulose? It’s a sweetener that’s been on the market for several years now. It is proving to be a beneficial alternative to both sugar and other...
Health Benefits of Nuts and Seeds August 05, 2022Medically Reviewed By Elizabeth A. Swick MS, RDN Nuts and seeds are one of our favorite ways to get the big three nutrients: protein, fiber, and healthy fat. This combination helps balance blood sugar and provide sustained energy,...