David Grotto, MS, RDN

David Grotto, MS, RDN, the author of 101 Optimal Life Foods (Bantam) and The Best Things You Can Eat (Da Capo). Grotto is president and founder of Nutrition Housecall, LLC, a Chicago-based nutrition consulting firm that provides nutrition communications, lecturing and consulting services. He also maintains a private practice providing at-home diet and lifestyle counseling for families. DavidGrotto.com

Healthy Snacks—or Just Hype?

Healthy Snacks—or Just Hype?

David Grotto, MS, RDN | September 12, 2014

The ones worth trying—and the ones to skip You’ve probably seen lots of new snacks that are being touted as…

If You Can’t Eat Fish, Nuts, Soy, Dairy or Gluten
Food

If You Can’t Eat Fish, Nuts, Soy, Dairy or Gluten

David Grotto, MS, RDN | June 19, 2014

What to Eat for the Same Health Benefits You may know about all the health benefits of fish, nuts, soy,…

Ginger, Celery, Oats and Other Foods That Fight Pain—Some Work Better Than Drugs

Ginger, Celery, Oats and Other Foods That Fight Pain—Some Work Better Than Drugs

David Grotto, MS, RDN | June 19, 2014

Many of us turn to medications to relieve pain. But research has shown that you can help reduce specific types…

Best Nuts for Your Health…

Best Nuts for Your Health…

David Grotto, MS, RDN | June 18, 2014

They Lower Risk for Heart Attack, Cancer, Cataracts and More Nuts are some of the healthiest snacks you can eat.…

5 Best Brain-Boosting Drinks

5 Best Brain-Boosting Drinks

David Grotto, MS, RDN | January 29, 2014

Try these delicious ways to supercharge your brain... Some of the easiest-to-prepare brain foods—meaning foods that can preserve and even…

The Fruit that Fights Insomnia and 6 Other Surprising Food Cures

The Fruit that Fights Insomnia and 6 Other Surprising Food Cures

David Grotto, MS, RDN | November 21, 2013

Everyone knows that some foods are healthier than others. What’s not always clear is which foods are best for specific…

Foods That Seem Healthy… But Really Are Not
Nutrition

Foods That Seem Healthy… But Really Are Not

David Grotto, MS, RDN | August 7, 2012

  Nearly everyone wants to eat healthier. The food industry, which keeps a close eye on America’s changing tastes, has…

7 Foods Proven to Fight Cancer
Cancer

7 Foods Proven to Fight Cancer

David Grotto, MS, RDN | July 17, 2012

Up to one-third of all cancers could be prevented if people adopted healthier lifestyles, including eating healthier foods. For even…