Kelsey Kunik, RDN

About author

Kelsey Kunik is a registered dietitian, freelance writer, nutrition consultant, and sustainable food blogger. She's been featured as a nutrition expert in a variety of national outlets including Women's Health, Verywell Health, Shape Magazine, Eating Well, and Vegetarian Times. Her nutrition and wellness writing can be found in EatThis.com and Livestrong.com. Kelsey earned her undergraduate degree in biology from Live University in Marietta, GA and her second bachelor's degree in nutrition and dietetics from Eastern Michigan University.

Articles by Kelsey Kunik, RDN

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25 Low-Sodium Restaurant Chain Orders

Registered dietitians looked at the menus of every popular restaurant chain to find the best low-sodium order from each.

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The 4 Healthiest Frozen Mac & Cheeses—and 6 To Avoid

It may not inherently be a nutritious food, but some frozen mac and cheeses are dietitian-approved.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Wingstop, According to Dietitians

Whether you're ordering bone-in or boneless wings, you need our dietitian guide to the healthiest and unhealthiest options at Wingstop.

8 Best Drinks for Better Sleep

8 Best Drinks for Better Sleep

Dietitians and sleep experts reveal some of the best beverages to drink before bed for a better night's rest.

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The 14 Best & Worst Menu Items at Bojangles

Dietitians break down the healthiest foods to order at the beloved Southern chicken—and which things to avoid.

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The #1 Healthiest Soup at 10 Major Restaurant Chains

Dietitians say that slurping these restaurant chain soups will help promote your health and well-being.

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10 Best & Worst Bagged Popcorns, According to Dietitians

Pre-popped and seasoned, bagged popcorn is a convenient and tasty snack—but some bags are healthier than others, and we're here to tell you which is which.

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20 Best & Worst First Watch Orders

Experts weigh in on the healthiest things to order at America's highest-ranked restaurant chain—and which items to avoid.

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The 15 Unhealthiest Foods at Sam’s Club

From sodium-laden breakfast sandwiches to high-sugar tubs of Greek yogurt, nutrition experts recommend avoiding these Sam's Club bulk buys.

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10 Best & Worst Frozen Pasta Dishes on Grocery Shelves

These microwaveable meals come in handy in a pinch, but some frozen pasta dishes are healthier for you than others.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at McAlister's Deli

This guide of the best and worst choices will help you stay healthy when you want a sandwich, soup, or salad at McAlister's Deli.

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10 Healthy Foods to Eat in 2024

The biggest health changes can come from the food you add to your diet, not what you take away.

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The #1 Healthiest Fish Order at 10 Major Restaurant Chains

Increase your omega-3 intake with these dietitian-approved fish orders the next time you're dining out.

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The 20 Best & Worst Menu Items at Sonic

From cheeseburgers to milkshakes and sides, here are the best and worst options for your health at Sonic.

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10 Best & Worst Pork Sausage Brands

Whether it's links, patties, or ground, dietitians pick the best (and worst) pork sausage to buy.

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10 Unhealthiest Salad Dressings

These salad dressings can turn a "healthy" salad into a "not so healthy" one.

The 10 Healthiest Store-Bought Breads Recommended By Dietitians

The 10 Healthiest Store-Bought Breads

Your next sandwich will be much better for you with the help of these healthy bread brands.

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8 Best & Worst Fast-Food Chicken Tenders

Registered dietitians split up the fast-food chicken tender options into the healthiest and unhealthiest you can order.

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6 Unhealthiest Chick-fil-A Breakfast Items

You may want to avoid these breakfasts on your next visit to Chick-fil-A.

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10 Best & Worst Caesar Salad Dressings

While notoriously high in saturated fat and sodium, caesar salad dressing can still be a part of a healthy diet with these nutritionist-approved picks.

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9 Healthy Dunkin’ Breakfasts

Dunkin' may be known for its donuts, but RDs say they order healthier, more balanced breakfast items.

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The 10 Best Cracker Barrel Dishes, According to Dietitians

You don't have to totally derail your health goals if you choose these healthier Cracker Barrel options.

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8 Best Protein Bars at Trader Joe’s

Build muscle, satisfy hunger, and boost weight loss with these healthy protein bars.

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10 Unhealthiest Pasta Sauces on Grocery Shelves

These store-bought pasta sauces are full of calories, sodium, and unhealthy fats.

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5 Healthiest Meats To Eat

Looking to increase your protein intake? Look no further than these healthy animal proteins loaded with nutrients.

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The Best & Worst Cuts of Steak—Ranked by Nutrition

Depending on the way you slice it, registered dietitians say some cuts of steak are healthier than others.

10 Unhealthiest Wendy's Orders, According to Dietitians

10 Unhealthiest Wendy's Orders

Experts say you may want to avoid (or at least limit) these unhealthy items on the Wendy's menu.

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10 Best & Worst Breakfast Sausage Brands, Say RDs

Experts reveal the healthy options to buy and the unhealthy ones to skip for your next morning meal.

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8 Best & Worst Steak Sauces, According to Dietitians

Learn how to choose the healthiest steak sauce option next time you're at the grocery store.

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7 Unhealthiest Chick-fil-A Orders

High in saturated fat, calories, sodium, and added sugars, these are the Chick-fil-A menu items experts say you should skip.

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