Caroline Thomason, RDN, Author at Eat This Not That

Articles by Caroline Thomason, RDN

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10 Unhealthiest Menu Items at Longhorn Steakhouse

Dietitians warn that you steer clear of these calorie-, fat-, and sodium-laden dishes at this popular steakhouse chain.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Raising Cane's, According to Dietitians

From combos to simple sides, find out what to eat at this rapidly expanding chicken fast food chain.

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10 Unhealthiest Menu Items at Outback Steakhouse

Armed with registered dietitian input, we've identified the unhealthiest dishes on the Australian-themed restaurant's menu.

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The 10 Healthiest Menu Items at Applebee’s

From baby back ribs to whiskey bacon burgers, Applebee's menu is full of diet bombs, so dietitians prepared this guide of healthy options.

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10 Best & Worst Marinara Sauces on Grocery Shelves

Registered dietitians delve into the world of marinara sauces to help you make nutritious choices during your next grocery run.

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9 Best & Worst Frozen Lasagnas, According to RDs

Experts share which layered pasta dishes are worth buying and which should be skipped if you're keeping your health in mind.

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10 Best & Worst Frozen Breakfast Bowls, According to Dietitians

Not all heat-and-eat meals should make it to your breakfast table. Nutrition experts share their top picks as well as what to avoid.

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What Eating Too Much Sugar Does to Your Body

We spoke with registered dietitians and looked at the science to learn about the negative side effects of eating too much added sugar.

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6 Healthiest Potato Chips—and 4 To Avoid

Navigate the snack aisle with confidence as nutrition experts share the best and worst potato chips on grocery store shelves.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Culver's

From burgers to milkshakes, ordering healthy at Culver's might seem impossible, but dietitians say there are a few good options.

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11 Best & Worst Sandwiches at Arby’s

We spoke to dietitians and nutrition experts to find out their recommendation when eating at beloved sandwich fast food chain, Arby's.

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Drink This, Not That!

The 9 Unhealthiest Juices On Grocery Shelves

Just because fruit is healthy doesn't mean that all store-bought fruit juices are helping your waistline.

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The 12 Best & Worst Almond Butters

We asked nutritionists for the low-down on the healthiest almond butter jars you can buy.

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10 Unhealthiest Frozen Pies on Grocery Store Shelves

These sweet treats are loaded with too much added sugar and saturated fat.

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10 Best & Worst Fast-Food Chicken Nuggets

What to order and what to skip the next time you hit up the drive-thru.

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The 9 Healthiest Frozen Waffles—and 3 To Avoid

Not all frozen waffles are full of empty carbs. Experts love these healthier options, and reveal the brands to avoid.

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12 Best Diet Sodas on Grocery Shelves

Not only are they better for you than sugary soda, but they taste great too!

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10 Best & Worst Balsamic Vinaigrettes, Say Dietitians

Drizzle your salad with only the best. Nutritionists share their picks for the healthiest balsamic salad dressings.

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8 Unhealthiest Taco Bell Orders

These menu items are full of egregious amounts of sodium, saturated fat, and empty calories.

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The #1 Unhealthiest Pancakes at 10 Major Breakfast Chains

Registered dietitians combed through the menus of popular breakfast chains to determine which pancake order was the absolute unhealthiest.

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9 Best Healthy Cereals on Grocery Shelves

Fill your breakfast bowl with these nourishing grains.

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10 Best & Worst Italian Dressing on Store Shelves

The most wholesome and harmful Italian salad toppers out there, and everything in between.

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The Best & Worst Cream Cheese Spreads

When you're looking to smear some flavor on your bagel or whip up a cake, don't make the wrong choice when it comes to the nutritional quality of your cream cheese.

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6 Dietitian-Approved Recipes for ‘Girl Dinner’

Everyone is talking about 'Girl Dinner,' a new class of meal that's taking the internet by storm.

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6 Unhealthiest Fast-Food Mac & Cheese Dishes

High in sodium, fat, saturated fat, and empty calories, registered dietitians say these cheesy pastas are worth skipping at the drive-thru.

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9 Worst Trader Joe’s Foods to Avoid Right Now

It may have a reputation for making some of the highest-quality foods, but Trader Joe’s still has some products that dietitians say are unhealthy.

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11 Foods That Make You Constipated

These foods slow your ability to go due to their lack of fiber, high levels of fat, or by containing other nutrients that can block normal digestive processes.

11 Best & Worst Store-Bought Cookie Brands, According to Dietitians

11 Best & Worst Store-Bought Cookie Brands

Dietitians share their choices for the healthiest (and unhealthiest) store-bought cookies.

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The 12 Best & Worst Mayo Brands of 2023

We are spreading the truth about mayo with these best (and worst) mayonnaise brands on the market.

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11 Worst Costco Foods to Avoid Right Now

Dietitians recommend avoiding these unhealthy Costco food items next time you're out shopping.

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