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About Ryan Whitcomb, RD, CDN

Ryan is a Registered Dietitian, and brings a wealth of information about nutrition to the company. From nutrients to general wellness know-how, Ryan's informative Health & Nutrition blogs will help you and your family understand the best foods to eat and why.

Ryan Whitcomb, RD, CDN

Ryan Whitcomb, RD, CDN

Ryan Whitcomb, RD, CDN has recently re-joined the Whitsons family, where he serves as a Registered Dietitian. Ryan works extensively with the Nutrition and Purchasing Departments, analyzing nutritional content of products and ensuring company-wide compliance with all USDA school food standards. In addition to the new Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) regulations set forth for the 2012-13 school year, Ryan’s role continues to expand as new projects and nutritional guidelines are implemented.

Love Your Heart ~ Get Heart Healthy!

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Ryan Whitcomb, RD, CDN has recently re-joined the Whitsons family, where he serves as a Registered Dietitian. ...
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on Tuesday, 12 February 2013
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February is American Heart Month, so it’s the perfect time to talk about heart disease and how you can keep that all-important ticker of yours healthy and strong.   Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in this country? According to the Centers for D...
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To Drink or Not to Drink: Alkaline Water

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Ryan Whitcomb, RD, CDN has recently re-joined the Whitsons family, where he serves as a Registered Dietitian. ...
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on Tuesday, 11 December 2012
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Alkaline water seems to be the latest health craze sweeping the nation, and rightfully so.  With all the marketing behind it, it’s hard to avoid.  Proponents of alkaline water tout its many health benefits, from weight loss and clearer skin to decreased bone loss and increased immunity, as a reason ...
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Eat Up! Grapes Are Great for Your Heart

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Ryan Whitcomb, RD, CDN has recently re-joined the Whitsons family, where he serves as a Registered Dietitian. ...
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on Monday, 15 October 2012
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Grapes are a well-known fruit. People of all ages enjoy grapes; even those who do not eat many fruits will usually grab some grapes to munch on when given the chance.   Though grapes aren’t magical, they do possess some amazing properties. Grapes contain over 1,600 compounds (that we know of) that...
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