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April Sins

MS, RDN, LDN

Sins Nutrition

April Sins is a registered dietitian nutritionist who translates nutrition science through TV, social media, cooking demonstrations, and community education. April empowers families to eat more fruits and vegetables with confidence. Her mission is to provide evidence-based nutrition advice that’s realistic, approachable, and easy to put into practice.

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Watermelon Christmas Trees

Watermelon is in its peak season during the summer, so it is the perfect produce item to use for these kid-friendly Christmas in July themed trees.
chocolate banana coconut smoothie being poured into a glass

Cocoa-nut Smoothie

Using a packet of hot cocoa mix, we are going to make what we traditionally drink as a hot beverage turn into a cool treat.

Pot ‘O Gold Snack Board

The best part of this board? It’s a fun way to get kids (and adults) to eat more fruits and vegetables while enjoying the festive spirit of St. Patrick's Day.

Barbecue Mushrooms & Bell Pepper Recipe

The flavors of this easy veggie topping are so delicious and perfectly pair with your traditional barbecue items.

Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Vegetable Topping

Have you ever wondered how you can get the flavors of barbecue in your veggies?  The perfect way to accomplish this is with this easy vegetable burger topping…

3 Must-Have Christmas In July Ideas Using Produce

It’s time to celebrate Christmas in July!  We all love the ability to get together with friends and family and have a reason to celebrate. Summer is the per…

Easy Ways To Dress Up A Salad

As the weather warms up, many of us grab a salad as a cool option. However, what about those days when you just want to change it up and get some new flavors i…

5 Childhood Comfort Foods With A Grown-Up Twist

When we think of our childhood comfort foods, we get a warm and fuzzy feeling. Food often triggers memories of experiences that we had growing up. I’m sure i…

Blackberry Grilled Cheese

A blackberry grilled cheese is the perfect combination of flavors any time of year. It’s comfort food that has a grown-up twist.

Quick & Convenient 2-Ingredient Dinner Ideas

What’s for dinner? Adding fruits and veggies to already prepared items from the grocery store can be an easy solution to take the stress out of week-night me…

Asparagus Cheese Pizza

Any vegetable addition to a frozen pizza can give the pizza a boost of nutrition, bright flavor and a delicious upgrade!

Broc-Broc Soup

Make your broccoli soup dinner more luxurious with a couple simple additions in this two ingredient recipe.

Cranberry Kombucha Mocktail

Cheers to the new year with this bubbly mocktail made with 100% juice!

Make NOvember YESvember

Going into November we have all the fall feels that are starting to surround us. The time change, the crispness in the air, the seasonal produce finds, and the…

Top 10 Fall Produce Picks & What To Do With Them!

If you close your eyes and think of the words “Fall season,” what colors come to your mind? You may be thinking of reds, oranges, yellows, and browns. Simi…

3 Ideas For Getting Families Together In The Kitchen

It might seem hard to carve out time to eat as a family, but it is important to try and create sustainable habits or family traditions that work for your indiv…

Celebrating Louisiana Sweet Potatoes

A family favorite, the sweet potato, is one of the most versatile, nutritious ingredients. Aside from its wealth of nutrition and Vitamin A content it’s a fo…

Nutrition’s Impact On Mental Health

It is well known that fruit and vegetable intake is associated with reduced risk of several chronic diseases; however, did you know eating fruits and vegetable…

Warm Dishes To Soothe The Soul

During the winter months, we can often find comfort in a warm bowl of soup or just a warm home-cooked dish. Many people think of soup as nourishment for when t…

Dried Fruits Pack A Punch

Assisted by Nicholls State University Dietetic Interns Sweeten up your favorite dishes with more fiber and nutrition by adding dried fruits. Dried fruits inclu…

Brie Bites With Raspberry Preserves

This recipe is quick, easy, delicious and has just 5 ingredients. It doesn't get better than this!

Effortless Hors D’ouevres

It's finally here! The bliss of holiday season. A time where store-bought candies are traded in for your grandmother's homemade meringue. While I admire the ti…

How To Have Fun In The Kitchen

How do you get picky eaters to expand their diet and eat fruits and vegetables? By making it fun of course! Here are some ideas to get you started.