About the Author Katie Rankell, RD, CDE Katie Rankell is a registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator and program director of the UCI Health Weight Management Program. She has extensive experience in medically monitored weight loss programs, medical nutritional therapy and disease management. A mother of two daughters, Rankell tries to set a good example for her family by staying physically active and eating healthy. To learn more about the Weight Management Program, sign up for a free info session ›
Foods that can reduce anxiety November 29, 2018 | Katie Rankell, RD, CDE Feeling stressed and anxious? Consider eating some of the many foods known to have a calming effect, says UCI Health dietitian Katie Rankell. Read More Tags mental health health tips nutrition
Are keto, paleo and other fad diets safe? January 04, 2018 | Katie Rankell, RD, CDE If your New Year’s resolutions include losing weight, you might be wondering how the popular keto, paleo, raw food and other trending diets... Read More Tags weight loss fitness & exercise nutrition
How to avoid holiday weight gain November 22, 2016 | Katie Rankell, RD, CDE Turkey, stuffing, gravy and pumpkin pie – what more could you want from a holiday feast? How about fewer calories? You can have a delicious... Read More Tags holidays health tips weight loss obesity nutrition
Roasted green beans with almond slivers October 31, 2016 | Katie Rankell, RD, CDE This holiday season, ditch the high-calorie, high-fat green bean casserole and try this light, fresh and flavorful alternative: roasted green beans... Read More Tags recipes weight loss holidays