Author: Leah Silberman

Leah Silberman is a registered dietitian nutritionist and the founder of Tovita Nutrition, a virtual nutrition counseling service. Leah received her B.S. in dietetics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and her masters in clinical nutrition from New York University. Her goal is to help others create healthier dietary habits that are pragmatic for their individual lifestyles. She strongly believes that the first step in making dietary changes that are actually sustainable is to understand the fundamental relationship between food, nutrition and health.

Why I Don’t Count Calories

When clients see me for weight loss, one of the most common questions they tend to ask is “how many calories should I be eating each day?” My response is always the same: “You’re not going to count calories.” I’m often met with a confused expression, which subsequently leads to the “why?” conversation. Well, for […]

The Truth About Food Dye

While we all love to Instagram our rainbow bagels and Snapchat our tie dye cupcakes, let’s look at what really happens when that dye enters our bodies… You don’t have to be a dietitian to recognize that those bright red, orange and blue colors are anything but natural. While at Tovita Nutrition I always […]

Traveling Healthy

The madness of holiday travel is winding down (thankfully), but for many of us, our 2018 travel schedules are just beginning. Whether you constantly fly for work, fun, or a combination of the two, chances are you’re frequenting airport restaurants and/or newstands for your on-the-go meals and snacks. While flying is certainly the most convenient […]