Amy Chow
Registered Dietitian
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Co-authored Articles (17)
How to Eat Properly
Learn to have a healthier, happier diet There’s so much information available about how to eat properly and it can be overwhelming! While you may have heard all kinds of things about what foods to eat and what ones to ...
How to
Fart Quietly
Though farting loudly may have been a big hit when you were a kid, in the adult world, farting loudly usually won't help you make any friends -- and it usually won't win you many fans. But holding in your gas can lead to...
Am I a Picky Eater Quiz
Tomatoes. Broccoli. Eggs. Do these foods make you squirm? Do their tastes or textures make your skin crawl? If so, it may be because you’re a picky eater. Picky eaters are exactly what they sound like: people who are...
How to
Add Rice Cereal to Formula
The process of adding rice cereal to formula or breast milk is a common transitional step parents can take when they want to introduce solid foods into their infant's diet. Generally, infants can begin to eat rice cereal...
Hungry but Don’t Want to Eat? Tips to Boost Your Appetite
Effective eating strategies when you’re not in the mood for food If you’re struggling with a loss of appetite, it can be challenging to eat regular meals and nourish your body. Fortunately, there are several eating s...
How to
Increase a Toddler's Appetite
It can be very unnerving when your toddler experiences a decrease in appetite. However, this is very common as they reach a certain age. As they begin to grow, the outside world becomes far more fascinating, and the fres...
How to
Gain Weight as a Recovering Anorexic
Anorexia is a serious disorder that affects millions of people, and once you're on the road to recovery one of the most difficult obstacles is gaining weight. In order to recover, you must learn to alter your relationshi...
How to
Gain Weight While on ADHD Medication
Though there is no known cure for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a combination of ADHD medication and therapy is the best way to treat this disorder. There are four medications used to treat ADHD: Methy...
How to
Determine Nutrient Density
If you’re planning a diet—whether calorie reduction to lose weight, or a measured calorie increase to help put on weight—you’ll need to determine the nutrient density of the foods you’re consuming. A food’s ...
How to
Cope if You Want to Become Anorexic
Anorexia Nervosa is a serious eating disorder that can have long lasting, negative health implications . If you are trying to cope with the onset of anorexia, seek help from a mental health professional such as a therapi...
How to
Stay Healthy As a Teen
Staying healthy as a teen is not unlike staying healthy at any other age. Eating right, staying active, and getting enough sleep are the cornerstones of a healthy teen lifestyle. Get your friends to join in the fun by ...
How to
Add Oatmeal to Similac Baby Milk
Your baby will likely be ready to start solid foods when they're about 4- to 6-months old. Oatmeal is an excellent choice for introducing solids, and mixing it with your baby's Similac will help them get used to the tast...
How to
Legally Get Food for Free or Cheap
Food costs can get expensive, especially if you're on a budget. There are a variety of legal routes you can take to find food for free or cheap in your area. Whether it's through government assistance or use of coupons, ...
How to
Overcome Bulimia
Do you think you may suffer from the eating disorder bulimia nervosa? Are these food issues interfering with your life? An estimated 4% of women in the United States will suffer from bulimia during their life, and only 6...
How to
Stop Binge Eating
Binge eating disorder, also known as BED, was once considered a subcategory of an eating disorder. It is now recognized as a serious medical condition and eating disorder that can be life-threatening. It is the most comm...
How to
Help a Friend With Bulimia
Bulimia is a psychological condition in which someone overeats (binges) and then forces the evacuation of food through induced vomiting, use of laxatives, overexercising, or fasting (purging). Even though it may seem to ...
How to
Store Baby Food
It’s important to store baby food properly so that it stays safe to consume. Luckily, there are only a couple of simple guidelines to remember! You can store unopened, store-bought baby food in the pantry and any opene...