This list is a small collection from the hundreds of clips I have published online. They reflect my proudest work. If you want to see more of my reporting, feel free to click the links that will take you to my profile page (which features a full collection of my articles) for each of these publications.
Eat This, Not That!
Here’s a selection of my published work. For a full list of my work from this website, click here.
When It Comes to Dieting, This Is the Most Toxic Belief. Time and time again, the research shows that food restriction on a long-term scale has never worked for anyone’s body. Here’s the research behind it.
This One Type of Restaurant Is Disappearing the Fastest. A close look at how Chinese restaurants are experiencing financial hardship because of xenophobia during the pandemic.
The One Food You Should Be Eating Every Day For a Longer Life. Can eating a high-carb, low-protein diet really be the key to a long life? I did the research and spoke with five registered dietitians to get to the bottom of this claim.
The #1 Thing To Eat Every Day To Lose Weight For Good. Following my reporting on high-carb, low-protein diets, I took a closer look at the role fiber plays in one diet and how it can help with overall weight loss efforts.
Eating Healthy and Still Gaining Weight? This Could Be Why. Eating healthy may not always result in weight loss. This article dives into the specifics of why your body is holding on to the extra weight.
The One Simple Trick That Makes Any Meal Healthier, Say Dietitians. Want to eat healthier, but no idea how to get started? This tip makes it easy!
Your Favorite Peanut Butter Brand May Have This Sneaky Secret. When I found out that peanut butter could only be legally labeled as such if the spread has at least 90% peanuts, I got to the bottom of the industry’s sneaky secret—including an FDA ruling in the 1960s.
The Surprising Reason the Color Of Egg Yolks Matter. This piece focuses on the differences between lighter and darker colored egg yolks, and how the colors can determine the diet of the chicken that laid them.
Working Out and Still Gaining Weight? This Could Be Why. Despite how dedicated you are to your new workout routine, you may find yourself not actually losing the weight that originally motivated you in the first place.
The Surprising Reason Your Favorite Restaurants Have Reduced Their Hours. I spoke with the general manager at Arnold’s Restaurant in Eastham, MA about his experience not being able to collect enough workers amidst the unemployment bonus from the government.
19 Hidden Messages Behind Famous Chain Restaurant Names. I looked through the history of numerous chain restaurants and wrote about a few of the charming stories behind those well-known names.
The Bizarre New Way You’ll Order at Fast-Food Restaurants. I spoke with the company UltraLeap about their technology and their plans to expand their touchless kiosks in fast food restaurants as a response to COVID-19.
This App Shows You Where to Find the Cheapest Groceries Near You. I spoke with Andy Ellwood, co-founder and president of Basket, about their app and the start of this crowd-sourcing information company.
The Scary Hidden Ingredient In Protein Powder You Need to Know About. I took a close look at the studies behind protein powder and how many of the powders sold on the market contain high levels of toxins including heavy metals such as lead.
Americans Indulge the Most in Junk Food on This Day of the Week. An evaluation of the 2020 Cravings Report from Uber Eats and how it closely correlates with the vicious cycle of yo-yo dieting.
This New Service Lets You Make Famous Restaurant Dishes At Home. Baldor made a significant pivot in their business during the pandemic, resulting in their latest restaurant series meal kits.
What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Butter. I spoke with a registered dietitian and did some research on the health benefits and risks of having butter as a regular part of your diet. Surprisingly, there are a lot of benefits.
The Healthiest Meals to Order at Every Type of Restaurant. I asked a few registered dietitians for advice on what the “healthiest” meals would be at every type of restaurant you could go to—Italian, Mexican, Indian, etc.
This Is What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Fries. As an avid french fry lover, I wondered if fries were really that bad for you. So I did the research.
Here’s Exactly How Many Grams of Fat You Should Have in a Day. I spoke with Dr. Rachel Paul, PhD, RD, about the specifics in how much fat you can have in a day, and presented research on the matter.
13 Wine and Cheese Pairings You Have to Try. I spoke with Laura Werlin, James Beard Award-Winning Cheese Book Author and Speaker, as well as Wisconsin Cheese, about the best cheese pairings with a particular glass of wine.
Peanut Butter vs Almond Butter: What is Healthier For You? With this article, I debunked the idea that one nut butter is healthier than another through research and interviews.
The One Thing You Need To Know Before Eating Leftovers. I took a look at the nutritional benefits (and risks) of eating the same thing every day, and what healthy eaters should do to give their diet some variety as they meal prep week-after-week.
Coronavirus Has Cost U.S. Restaurants This Much Money in Lost Sales. This brief news article looks at the economic dip restaurants have seen during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Secret Sign Your Weight Gain Is Not What You Think It Is. This article compares the difference between weight gain and bloating through research and interviews.
This is the Best Delivery Service You’ve Never Heard Of. I spoke with Linxin Wen, CEO of Chowbus, about how his company is working with Asian restaurants to get them even more business during the pandemic.
13 Great Protein Alternatives If You Can’t Find Meat at the Grocery Store. With the meat shortage upon U.S. grocery shoppers, I wrote a comprehensive guide on alternatives for people to get their protein intake elsewhere.
How to Make Sure You’re Drinking Enough Water. I broke down a specific calculation for others to know how much water their specific body requires on a daily basis.
These Are the Foods Getting More Expensive During Coronavirus. I took a look at data and reports from different food industries to see which food items were getting more expensive at grocery stores during the early months of the pandemic in the United States.
The One Grocery Store Item That’s Skyrocketing in Price. This article takes a close look at the meat shortage that took place in the U.S. during the pandemic.
Top 15 Nutrition Tips During Quarantine. I spoke with numerous nutritionists about healthy eating habits people can incorporate into their everyday diet during stay-at-home mandates.
Here’s What It’s Like Inside the Biggest Starbucks on the Planet. I was able to take a look inside the new Chicago Starbucks Roastery on Michigan Avenue during their live event. Here’s a selection of photos and what to expect upon visiting.
The Tone It Up Girls Share Their Best Secrets to Eating a Balanced Diet. I spoke with Katrina Scott and Karena Dawn, the founders of Tone It Up, about creating a balanced diet and a balanced life that doesn’t revolve around weight obsession and unhealthy habits.
These Are the Expert-Approved Appetite Suppressants That Totally Work. I took a close look at the data behind what true appetite suppressants are, and they do not involve supplements. I spoke with experts on which foods can help curb appetite and help eaters feel satiated after a meal.
Everything You Need to Know About the Bro Diet. I did a deep-dive into a niche dieting tactic that’s invested in by many fitness influencers and gurus.
The Health Benefits of Dried Fruit. While this piece is sponsored, I did talk to experts about the health benefits of dried fruits (along with the risks) to determine if eating dried fruit on a regular basis is actually healthy for you.
Taste of Home
Here’s a selection of my published work. For a full list of my work from this website, click here.
Here’s How You Can Avoid Wasting So Much Food During the Holidays. A focused piece on the wastefulness of food from Americans during the holiday season, and how to combat it with practices at home.
The One Ingredient That Makes You a Better Cook, According to Chef Alex Guarnaschelli. I spoke with Alex Guarnaschelli about some of her best cooking secrets.
Coca-Cola and Pepsi Are Making Shocking Changes This Spring. I wrote about Loop Delivery, a new zero-waste delivery system that allows customers to order their favorite at-home products without having to create more household waste.
The Real Reason Wendy’s Burgers Are Squares. I did a dive into why Wendy’s sells square burger patties, unlike the round patties sold from their competitors.
FedEx Will Deliver Your Groceries With a ROBOT From These Stores. Here’s a closer look at FedEx’s new robot delivery system.
The Newest Keto Trend That People Are Obsessed With. Bell pepper sandwiches were taking the Internet by storm, so I spoke with one of the nutritionists who posted about it over on Instagram.
Trader Joe’s Has HUGE Changes on the Horizon. Here’s What You Need to Know. Trader Joe’s announced significant changes to their use of single-use plastics in the store, so I wrote a brief summary of what customers can expect from their announcement.
U.S. Chain Restaurants Are Now Required to Put This on Their Menu. According to new FDA regulations, chain restaurants are required to put calorie counts on their food items. This is a closer look at the new mandate.
Here’s Why Costco’s Avocados Last Longer Than Others. I wrote a story about Apeel Sciences, a company working towards creating a plant-based peel on produce that is perfectly safe to eat and helps produce last an even longer period of time for U.S. consumers.
Robots Could Be Coming to a Walmart Near You. This brief news post focuses on the new robots at Walmart that are used to help keep inventory up-to-date within locations around the U.S.
How Prince Harry & Meghan Markle’s Cake Will Break Royal Tradition. This article looks at wedding cakes throughout generations of the royal family, and how this particular wedding cake stood out in history.
The Family Handyman
Here’s a selection of my published work. For a full list of my work from this website, click here.
What’s the Difference Between Black and Brown Friday? The Truth Behind Plumbers’ Busiest Day of The Year. I spoke with plumbing experts about the dirty truth behind Brown Friday, and what homeowners need to know during the holiday season.
These New Dog Treats Will Make Your Pup the Happiest on the Block. I spoke with Ree Drummond about her line of dog treats at Walmart, along with other cooking tips and tricks.
Is Collecting Rain Water Illegal? I dove into the laws behind collecting rainwater in every state and pulled a list of those that have restrictions regarding rainwater collection in those states.
Warning! It’s Illegal to Throw Away These 8 Items. There are also laws around what you can or cannot throw away, so I focused on a few that readers need to be aware of.
The Two Things You Should NEVER Throw Down The Drain. I spoke with a plumbing expert about what you shouldn’t throw down the drain in the kitchen, and how it can destroy your plumbing system if you do.
How to Clean Your Grill With This Vegetable. I wrote an article explaining how half an onion can actually clean your grill affectively.
Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Kill Bees in Your Yard. I took a close look at bee endangerment and why readers shouldn’t be quick to kill a bee when they see one.
The Bomb Cyclone is Happening & Here’s How to Survive It. I wrote a list of survival tips for readers to know about when the Bomb Cyclone hit the midwest in 2019.
Reader’s Digest
This Is the Official Menu for the Royal Wedding Reception. I took a close look at the menu served at the Royal Wedding in 2018 and shared the specifics with our readers.
Here’s How Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Cake Differed from Other Royal Cakes. This article focuses on how this particular cake was different compared to other cakes served at royal weddings.
Bustle
Here’s a selection of my published work. For a full list of my work from this website, click here.
The One National Margarita Day Drink You Need. I spoke with Padma Lakshmi about her signature margarita recipe, Top Chef, and her recent cookbooks.
Game Apps Designed By Women. I did some research on different game apps that were designed by women that readers can invest in.
Here’s Why Pizza Makes You Happy. This study hosted by DiGiorno focuses on why pizza makes people happy, and what the specific science is behind it.
Tweets From The San Bernardino Shooting Scene. I facilitated a live blog of tweets and updates from the San Bernardino shooting that took place in 2017.
The History Of Latkes And Hanukkah. I wrote a comprehensive history around latkes and why people eat them around Hanukkah and the holidays.
A Brief Explainer On The Origins Of Fat Tuesday. This article focuses on Fat Tuesday and why it is celebrated the day before the Lenten season
Why There’s A Tiny Plastic Baby In Mardi Gras Cake. This article focuses on why a tiny plastic baby is placed inside a King Cake, the signature cake served during Mardi Gras.
How Did Eggnog Get Its Name? This article looks at the brief history behind eggnog and how the name of this signature holiday drink came to be.
Everything You Need To Know About The History Of Passover. This article focuses on the history of Passover and why it is observed throughout the world every year.