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Carrie Taylor

RDN, LDN

Big Y Foods

Specializing in media-based nutrition communications, Carrie is the lead registered dietitian for Big Y Foods, a family-owned food retailer based in Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Trained in sports medicine, yoga and forest bathing, Carrie promotes an embodied approach to wellness— aiming to inspire others to live the life they deserve through food, physical activity and mindfulness while connecting to nature.

Mushrooms are her jam and good ol’ juicy local apples bring her to a place of bliss.

Adding More Color (& Nutrition!) To Family Favorite Dishes

Meet daily fruit and vegetable goals by tapping into meal moments already happening.

Produce Storage & Prep Hacks

How to get the most out of your produce simply by shopping, storing and prepping.

Yes, You Can Eat It & Enjoy It Too!

As the sweet and savory smells of holiday cooking waft throughout your home, what do you notice happening in your body? Do you salivate, take a deep breath in…

Here’s A Plan: Have A Plant® At Breakfast

It’s time to wake up and smell the deliciousness of fruits and vegetables, one tasty addition at a time.

Have A Plant® With Your Vacation Vibes

Ahh, vacation. A stress-free moment in time to spend winding down and rejuvenating. Who’s thinking about their eating during this time, right? The name of th…

Snack Time Superstars

At about 3 o’clock on any given afternoon, what’s going on in your body? If you’re like many, there may be a little rumble in the tummy, a bit of fad…

Rock The New Year On The Right Fruit!

Are you able to add one more color to your meals and snacks today? If you answered yes, great! You’re one step closer to living a healthier, tastier life. Wh…

Giving Fruits & Veggies The VIP Treatment During The Holidays

They crisp and crunch like no other; offer sweetness for all to enjoy; and bring beauty to everything they’re invited to. You know them, you love them: fruit…

Savvy Shopping So You Can Have A Plant® At Every Meal

Have you ever heard (or thought!) it’s cheaper to eat unhealthy than it is to eat healthy? What if cost was also measured in quality of life, the number of w…

The Plant-Packed Terrific Ten

The power of fruits and veggies is real — they can make a big impact on your physical and mental health when added to your roster of meals and snacks. From c…

Comfort Foods Without The Side Of Guilt

When the weather is cold, something gets woken up in a lot of us: time to take comfort. Along with more quilts, blankets, sweaters and jeans, you may see an in…

Mental Health Is Just As Important As Physical Health

Our mental health affects every aspect of our daily lives. How we feel has a direct impact on our physical health, energy level, social relationships and our a…

Want To Eat More Fruits & Veggies? Pack Them!

Snacking on sweet-tasting fruits like fresh pineapple, Honey Crisp apples, dried plums, and frozen strawberries and savory vegetables like crisp celery, crunch…
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Spring Cleaning With Fruits & Veggies

One of my favorite images to create for children when introducing vegetables is of broccoli sweeping the digestive track like a little broom. When it comes to…
How Foods Affect Your Mood

How Foods Affect Your Mood

Do you feel like your mood is dropping along with colder temperatures? Take a deep breath and spend a moment to reflect upon how you eat. Are you eating three…

Plant-Based Eating in time for Fall

With autumn upon us, there are plenty of seasonal vegetables and fruit to savor. What better time to begin following more of a plant-based meal plan? Eating pl…

Are You Sabotaging Your Slow Cooker Meals?

Slow cookers are the star of many people’s kitchens due to the versatility throughout the year and the almost hands-free cooking process. However, this seemi…