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Molly Kimball photo credit Sonia Savio

Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD

Sports and Lifestyle Dietitian

Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD, registered dietitian with Ochsner Health System, manages the nutrition department of Ochsner Fitness Center and is founder of the Ochsner Eat Fit nonprofit restaurant initiative. 

Tune in to her podcast, FUELED | Wellness + Nutrition and follow the Eat Fit team on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at @EatFitNOLA.  Looking for healthy recipes? Download the Eat Fit Smartphone app, and coming soon, check out the NEW! Eat Fit Cookbook at www.EatFitCookbook.com

For more details, visit OchsnerEatFit.org 

Photo by Sonia Savio

Posts By This Author

Alcohol Free Old Fashioned Recipe
Food & Fitness
Mar 5, 2021

Ritual Old Fashioned Zero-Proof Cocktail Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Healthy Costco Chicken Curry
Food & Fitness
Mar 3, 2021

Top 5 Healthy Costco Finds in 2021

Looking for budget-friendly Costco finds that are fast, easy and healthy? Check out these five fabulous Costco finds.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Sparkling Pink Lemonade Alcohol Free Cocktail Recipe
Food & Fitness
Feb 26, 2021

Sparkling Pink Lemonade Zero-Proof Cocktail Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Woman sleeping in bed
Prevention & Wellness
Feb 23, 2021

7 Ways to Boost Your Immune System During COVID-19

Whether it’s the common cold, the flu or COVID-19, these seven key strategies will help you boost your immune system and protect your wellness year-round.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Feb 23, 2021

Best and Worst Kid-Friendly Cheese Crackers

Check out which cheese cracker products on the market make the cut and which ones you should avoid.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Hands pouring Billows and Theives zero proof cocktail
Food & Fitness
Feb 17, 2021

Billows and Thieves Zero-Proof Cocktail Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Keto Friendly Peanut Butter Cups Recipe
Food & Fitness
Feb 10, 2021

Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Best friends drinking mocktails
Food & Fitness
Feb 9, 2021

No Alcohol for 40 Days: Take the 2021 #AlcoholFreeFor40 Challenge

Give your body a spring detox; give up alcohol for 40 days and document the impact it has on your body with the Alcohol Free for 40 Challenge.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Healthy Chips and Dip
Food & Fitness
Feb 3, 2021

Healthy Chips: 5 Better-For-You Options

Here’s a rundown of our top five picks for healthy chips, with options to suit a variety of nutritional needs: ­­­vegan, low carb, gluten free and grain free.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Jan 28, 2021

5 Healthy Super Bowl Food Makeovers

Easy ingredient makeovers for burgers, chili and wings to lighten up your favorite Super Bowl dishes.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Eat Fit King Cake slice
Food & Fitness
Jan 27, 2021

5 Healthy Finds to Satisfy King Cake Cravings

If you love king cake but are also keeping an eye on health, we’ve got five good-for-you finds – all of which are gluten free and have little to no added sugar.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Jan 22, 2021

Can Drinking Pickle Juice Help to Relieve Cramps?

Drinking an ounce or two of pickle juice can stop cramping within about 85 seconds - faster than water alone.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
King Cake Hot Cocoa Bombs Recipe
Food & Fitness
Jan 22, 2021

King Cake Hot Cocoa Bombs Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Stuffed Zucchini Rolls
Food & Fitness
Jan 20, 2021

Zucchini Ricotta Rolls Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Man eating chips
Food & Fitness
Jan 15, 2021

How Not to Blow Your Diet When Your Team Loses

When a team loses, fans tend to consume more calories from saturated fat and added sugar the next day.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Jan 15, 2021

Eat Fit King Cake: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Celebrate Mardi Gras wherever you are, indulging in the season’s beloved traditional treat without wrecking your resolutions, thanks to the Eat Fit King Cake.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Jan 14, 2021

Should I Be Juicing?

If you're looking to start juicing or blending, check out these tips to maximize nutrient density and minimize sugars and calories.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
USDA Dietary Guidelines Healthy Plate
Food & Fitness
Jan 11, 2021

New Dietary Guidelines for Americans: 8 Things to Know

The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans provides advice on what to eat, but may be based on weak scientific evidence. Here's what you need to know.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Prevention & Wellness
Jan 10, 2021

Budget-Friendly New Year’s Resolutions

Resetting your healthy habits doesn’t have to be too expensive. Here are our suggestions for low-priced or free resolutions to help us meet our annual goals.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD and Ashley Seeman
Low Carb Peppermint Patties Recipe
Food & Fitness
Dec 31, 2020

Low-Carb Peppermint Patties Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Dec 30, 2020

Top Picks for Grab-and-Go Oatmeal Cups

Grab-and-go oatmeal cups are a convenient breakfast option for busy mornings. But they're not all created equal.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Butternut Squash Soup
Food & Fitness
Dec 30, 2020

Butternut Squash Soup

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Prevention & Wellness
Dec 30, 2020

Sleep Better and Feel Better In The New Year

Improve your sleep by creating a sleep sanctuary in your bedroom, limiting exposure to electronics and avoiding alcohol before going to bed.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Cottage cheese with fruit and honey
Food & Fitness
Dec 30, 2020

5 Dairy Foods Low in Lactose

If you love your milk and cheese but are lactose intolerant, you’ll be happy to know that there’s a good chance that you can still enjoy certain dairy products.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Fresh Fruit Trifle
Food & Fitness
Dec 30, 2020

Fresh Fruit Trifle Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
New Years Nutritional Changes
Food & Fitness
Dec 29, 2020

New Year's Nutritional Changes That Work

When setting wellness goals for the new year, make sure to keep things simple, streamlined and wholesome. Don’t worry about strict rules with lists of do's and don’ts.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Probiotic rich foods
Food & Fitness
Dec 23, 2020

Top 7 Probiotic-Rich Foods

From kimchi and sauerkraut to kombucha and kefir, here are the top seven probiotic-rich foods you should start eating.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Keto Cheesecake Bites
Food & Fitness
Dec 15, 2020

New York Style Cheesecake Bites Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Different types of sugar
Food & Fitness
Dec 14, 2020

7 Things to Know About Sugar

Many don't realize that “healthy” sugars like honey, maple syrup and coconut sugar are still consider added sugar. Read on for other important facts to know.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Healthy Eggs Benedict Recipe
Food & Fitness
Dec 10, 2020

Stacked Eggs Benedict (Recipe)

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Hands giving holiday gift
Food & Fitness
Dec 9, 2020

2020 Holiday Gift Guide: 14 Thoughtful Wellness Gifts

From food and fitness products to gifts that promote relaxation, here are some wellness gift ideas to suit an array of people in your life.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Chocolate Avocado Pudding
Food & Fitness
Dec 7, 2020

Chocolate Avocado Pudding Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Dec 4, 2020

How to Manage Your Diabetes During the Holidays

Tips for how people with diabetes can navigate the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day while feeling great too.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Dec 3, 2020

How to Avoid Holiday Excess

Planning and shopping for holidays like Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year's can be emotionally and physically draining. This stress can carry over to affect our eating habits.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Lemon Peppermint Scones
Food & Fitness
Dec 2, 2020

Lemon Peppermint Scones Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Spiralazed Vegetable Salad
Food & Fitness
Dec 1, 2020

3 Ways to Jazz Up Lunchtime Salads

Take a break from the same-old, same-old lunchtime salad by swapping out lettuce for these three hearty combos for veggie alternatives.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Children eating healthy lunchbox
Food & Fitness
Nov 24, 2020

How to Pack Your Kid’s Lunchbox

Upgrade your kid’s lunch by mixing and matching these healthful items to ensure a nutritiously balanced lunch that won’t end up in the trash can.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Chocolate Cake in a Pumpkin
Food & Fitness
Nov 23, 2020

Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Cake in a Pumpkin Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Cookies
Food & Fitness
Nov 20, 2020

Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Food Donation Items
Food & Fitness
Nov 19, 2020

Food Pantry Donation: How to Give with Respect

If you’re considering donating to a food pantry, consider these strategies to do so with mindfulness, intention and respect.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Sweet Deviled Eggs
Food & Fitness
Nov 18, 2020

Sweet Deviled Eggs Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Plant Based Creamer poured in coffee
Food & Fitness
Nov 10, 2020

8 Top Picks for Plant-Based Coffee Creamers

Here are eight of the best plant-based coffee creamer products currently on the market, ranked by flavor and texture.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Nov 4, 2020

3 Reasons the Eat Fit Cookbook Is Perfect for You

This dietitian-approved cookbook offers recipe options for people who want to recreate restaurant-quality dishes — without the added sugar, salt or fat.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Healthy Tailgating Snacks
Food & Fitness
Nov 4, 2020

5 Tailgating Foods for Healthy Game Day Snacking

If you’re looking to opt for healthier tailgating food options, consider stocking your kitchen with these nutritious game-day staples.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Cranberry Chocolate Chip Cookies
Food & Fitness
Nov 2, 2020

Cranberry Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Oct 27, 2020

Fueling Up for a 10K: What to Eat and Drink

If you're training for a 10K, it’s important to include a plan for what you will eat before and after the race.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Pumpkin spice latte with fall decor
Food & Fitness
Oct 26, 2020

5 Delicious and Nutritious Pumpkin Spice Finds

From creamer to cheesecake, these five pumpkin-spice finds will satisfy your cravings for this favorite autumn flavor without wreaking nutritional havoc.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Oct 25, 2020

Spicy Chicken Sausage & Seafood Green Gumbo Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Healthy Gummy Bears
Food & Fitness
Oct 20, 2020

Healthy Gummy Bears: Best and Worst Picks

Keto candy? It’s a thing! We break down the best (and worst) picks for healthy gummy bears.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Oct 19, 2020

Healthy Cereals for Breakfast

Navigating the cereal aisle can be a minefield if you’re trying to find healthier options. Here are our top picks for nutritious options.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Young people in breast cancer awareness race
Food & Fitness
Oct 15, 2020

Nutrition and Breast Cancer: Eat to Beat the Odds

You can decrease your risk for breast cancer by making simply diet and lifestyle modifications, including these top strategies.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Pumpkin Butter on Toast
Food & Fitness
Oct 15, 2020

Healthy Pumpkin Butter Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Oct 12, 2020

Street Tacos Recipe

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Keto diet
Food & Fitness
Oct 11, 2020

Keto Diet and Cancer: What's the Latest Research?

The theory behind the keto diet as a treatment for cancer starts is that since cells metabolize sugar for energy, restricting sugar, or glucose, in theory, may help to starve cancer cells.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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Food & Fitness
Oct 11, 2020

Healthy Choices to Help Prevent Breast Cancer

Reducing your consumption of alcohol, staying active, limiting sugar and refined carbohydrates, replacing red meat and drinking more tea may all help reduce your risk of breast cancer.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
Creamy Dips with Vegetables
Food & Fitness
Oct 5, 2020

3 Creamy Dips That Are Good For You, Too

Craving rich, creamy dips that are healthy, too? You’ll love these dips made with good-for-you ingredients like eggplant, cauliflower and Greek yogurt.
By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD
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