As the dog days of summer begin winding down, most of us find ourselves trying to squeeze in all of the fun, outdoor activities that we can! From soaking up some sundown the shore, to taking a fun road trip, it seems like everyone’s on the move, which often leads to the need for having convenient snacks on hand.

There are some foods you can almost always find in my kitchen: whole wheat tortillas, eggs, apples. But what do the pros keep on hand for those last-minute meals? What are the things they’re constantly reaching for in their kitchens? We asked some nutritionists to share their top gotta-have-it healthy foods. Here’s what they had to say.

If we could all pack leftover pizza and Pop-Tarts for lunch every day, we’d probably complain about packing lunches a whole lot less. But since that wouldn’t be exactly, well, “healthy,” we reached out to Philadelphia-area nutritionists to find out what they pack for lunch. Spoiler alert: lean proteins and vegetables are pretty popular. But if your packed lunches need a little inspiration, look no further than the healthy, nutritionist-approved options below.

The holidays are upon us. Yes, you made it through Thanksgiving but you still have three more weeks filled with cookies and desserts at office parties, holiday happy hours and family gatherings.

Between holiday parties and, well, let’s face it, 2021 itself, you may have been drinking a bit more than was wise at the end of last year. So, as the new year approached, you may have made the decision to forgo alcohol altogether for the month of January.

Between holiday parties and, well, let’s face it, 2021 itself, you may have been drinking a bit more than was wise at the end of last year. So, as the new year approached, you may have made the decision to forgo alcohol altogether for the month of January.

Editor’s Note: Philadelphia is a foodie's paradise, with more great restaurants and fun bars than we can count. But for those watching their weight, dining out in Philly can feel overwhelming. Here’s the good news: You don’t have to ruin your healthy eating goals to enjoy our city’s booming restaurant scene.

Editor’s Note: Philadelphia is a foodie's paradise, with more great restaurants and fun bars than we can count. But for someone watching their weight, dining out in Philly can feel overwhelming. Here’s the good news: You don’t have to ruin your healthy eating goals to enjoy our city’s booming restaurant scene.