Melissa Mitri MS, RD

Title: Registered Dietitian and Eat This, Not That! Freelance Writer

Location: Monroe, CT

Education: Bachelor of Science, Dietetics, University of Connecticut. Masters of Science, Nutrition and Wellness, Saint Joseph College. Dietetic Internship, Yale-New Haven Hospital. Certification in Adult Weight Management, Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Expertise: Nutrition, Wellness, Weight Management, Women’s Health

Experience:

Melissa is a registered dietitian, weight loss expert, and freelance writer in the field for over 18 years. Melissa also runs a virtual weight management practice and held a variety of leadership positions including serving as President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Her writing and expertise have been featured in many outlets including Everyday Health, VeryWell Health, Health.com, and Eating Well. She also shares sustainable weight loss tips and advice on her Instagram account. Melissa lives in Monroe, CT, with her husband, two active boys, and sweet hamster Pixel.

Articles by Melissa Mitri

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Groceries

12 Best Low-Sodium Frozen Meals

These dietitian-approved frozen meals won’t break your sodium bank.

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Restaurants

The 12 Healthiest Orders at Perkins

Here's what to order at the chain for breakfast, lunch, and dinner when you're watching your health.

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Healthy Eating

FDA Bans Harmful Additive Found in Some Sodas

Your soda is getting a safety boost as the FDA cracks down on brominated vegetable oil (BVO).

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Groceries

10 Store-Bought Breads That Are High in Sugar

You’ll want to keep these sugary store-bought breads away from your shopping cart.

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Restaurants

The 25 Saltiest Restaurant Meals in America

Steer clear of these restaurant orders if you want to keep your sodium intake in check.

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Healthy Eating

Is Brown Rice Healthy? 8 Effects of Eating It

An RD explains some benefits (and possible side effects) of eating this whole-grain staple.