Ina

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Ina is a Registered Dietitian with a Bachelors of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics from New York University and a Masters of Science in Nutrition Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. She is also a Certified Dietitian Nutritionist as recognized by the State of New York Education Department and holds a New York Department of Health Certificate in Food Protection. As a Mom and Registered Dietitian, Ina is passionate about good food and healthy living. Her philosophy on nutrition is science-based yet open and fun. Visit Ina at http:// www.square-plate.com
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Be a Thrifty Food Shopper

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Strategies to Keep Holidays Healthy, Safe, & Happy

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Taking Time to Manage Stress

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Healthy Children = Healthy Adults

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Lunchbox Blues at School

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To Supplement or Not to Supplement?

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Health at Any Size

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Food Safety for the COVID-19 Holiday Season

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