Biography
Melissa Tewes is the clinical nutrition manager at Meritus Medical Center. She has 16 years of experience as a registered dietitian and is ...
Melissa Tewes and Joe Fleischman
Your Health Matters
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Tips to get through the parties without the extra pounds
November 22, 2011
By Melissa Tewes
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Reel in a healthful meal with seafood
November 11, 2011
By Melissa Tewes
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Don't get caught under candy's spell
October 28, 2011
By Melissa Tewes
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Healthful lifestyles start with nutrition
October 14, 2011
By Melissa Tewes
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Dark chocolate is good for you
October 3, 2011
By Melissa Tewes
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Choose your appetizers wisely
September 16, 2011
By Melissa Tewes
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Bottoms up for good health
September 2, 2011
By Kevin G. Gilbert/Staff Photographer
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New twist to the old standbys
August 5, 2011
By Melissa Tewes
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Spice up your meals
June 24, 2011
Everyone enjoys eating flavorful foods. Did you know by using herbs and spices, you can perk up the flavor without adding unwanted fat, sugar, calories and sodium?
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Tips for healthful side dishes
June 10, 2011
By Melissa Tewes
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Make healthful desserts a habit
June 6, 2011
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Thinking of going vegetarian?
May 13, 2011
Research suggests that eating less meat might help lower your risk for heart disease, certain types of cancer, hypertension and diabetes.
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Beans are good for you
April 29, 2011
With increasing popularity of low-carbohydrate diets, beans are an often overlooked super food.
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Hidden secrets of salads
April 15, 2011
By Melissa Tewes
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Add whole grain to your diet
April 4, 2011
Consumers are often told to increase consumption of fruits and vegetables as they contain many disease-fighting nutrients.
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Selecting food? Let color be your guide
March 21, 2011
March is National Nutrition Month, so the American Dietetic Association has chosen the theme of "Eat Right with Color" to help people choose more nutritious foods.
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Soup good for body and soul
March 4, 2011
What makes a more "souper" meal than a nice hot bowl of soup? Soup is more than just a comfort food — it can provide many health benefits.
