Lauren Manaker

Lauren Manaker is an award-winning registered dietitian, book author, and freelance writer based in Charleston, South Carolina. She has an abnormal love for sparkling water and enjoys digging into the latest healthy food trends.
The Surprising New Spread That’s Going on All My Burgers
Groceries
It elevates burgers, sandwiches, salads, and more.
Jun 29, 2023
The Only Plant-Based Burgers My Meat-Loving Husband Will Eat
Groceries
“The meat-like flavor and the hearty consistency is a welcome surprise.”
May 20, 2023
I’m a Registered Dietitian and This Is the One Canned Good I Stock in My Pantry at All Times
Groceries
I use it in sandwiches, snack boards, casseroles, and more!
Jan 4, 2023
The $5 Grocery Shortcut That Instantly Makes My Holiday Meals More Festive
Groceries
Look for it in the produce section!
Nov 23, 2022
These Frozen Burgers Make Weeknight Dinners Easier than Going to the Drive-Thru
Groceries
Including beef, poultry, veggie, and seafood options.
Oct 30, 2022
I’m a Registered Dietitian and I Buy This Frozen Pizza on Repeat
Groceries
My whole family loves the crispy cauliflower crust.
Oct 15, 2022
7 Costco Snacks That Are Always on My Shopping List
Groceries
Fresh produce, cheese, chips, and more!
Oct 11, 2022
9 Fall Groceries This Registered Dietitian Is Buying at Costco
Groceries
Frozen pizzas! Bulk produce! A limited-edition dip! And more!
Sep 14, 2022
I’m a Registered Dietitian and This Is the Fish I Buy When I Need a Break from Salmon
Groceries
I've been buying it for six months now and it has yet to wear out its welcome.
Aug 30, 2022
I’m a Registered Dietitian and I Spent $101.46 on a Week’s Worth of Groceries at Kroger for My Family of 3
Groceries
She ended up with a total of 22 different items across all the major categories: fresh produce, pantry staples, plant-based items, snacks, meat, and seafood.
Aug 5, 2022
The Limited-Edition Sparkling Water I’m Buying by the Case for Summer Spritzers
Groceries
The spritzers are just three ingredients — one of which is ice!
Jul 8, 2022
I’m a Registered Dietitian and Spent $100.70 on a Week’s Worth of Groceries at Trader Joe’s — Here’s What I Bought
Groceries
She ended up with a total of 30 different items across the major categories: fresh produce, frozen foods, plant-based items, snacks, meat, dairy, and coffee.
Jul 8, 2022
3 Desserts This Registered Dietitian Keeps in Her Freezer All Summer Long
Groceries
Including pops, bars, and a fruity pint!
May 28, 2022
I’m a Registered Dietitian and Spent $99.88 on a Week’s Worth of Groceries at Whole Foods — Here’s What I Bought
Groceries
She ended up with a total of 23 different items across all the major categories: fresh produce, pantry staples, plant-based items, snacks, meat, seafood, and dairy.
May 14, 2022
I’m a Registered Dietitian — This Is the Cereal That Helps Me Eat More Protein
Groceries
It's taken a lot of trial and error to find this one box.
May 7, 2022
I’m a Registered Dietitian and I Buy This Costco Frozen Dinner on Repeat
Groceries
And it's less than $10!
Apr 10, 2022
I’m a Registered Dietitian and These Are My Best Tips for Organizing the Fridge and Pantry
Organizing Tips from The Kitchn
Make sure you're using your crisper drawers correctly!
Apr 8, 2022
I’m a Registered Dietitian and Spent $98.98 on a Week’s Worth of Groceries at Target — Here’s What I Bought
Groceries
She ended up with a total of 21 different items across all the major categories: fresh produce, frozen foods, plant-based items, snacks, meat, dairy, and wine.
Feb 16, 2022
9 Costco Groceries This Registered Dietitian Always Buys for Her Air Fryer
Groceries
Including fresh produce, frozen finds, and snacks for days!
Jan 29, 2022
8 Frozen Breakfast Foods This Registered Dietitian Buys on Repeat
Groceries
Including two portable scrambles and ready-made muffins!
Dec 17, 2021
The 60-Second Dinner Shortcut This Registered Dietitian Loves When She Doesn’t Even Feel Like Boiling Water
Groceries
"It's one of my best-laid meal plans!"
Nov 28, 2021
The Best Topping for Green Bean Casserole, According to This Registered Dietitian
Groceries
It's *not* fried onions!
Nov 19, 2021
The One Simple Swap That Makes My Stuffing So Much More Flavorful
Groceries
This tip comes from one of our go-to registered dietitians!
Nov 16, 2021
7 Canned Goods This Nutritionist Has Been Buying on Repeat All Fall
Groceries
Plus, how to add a seasonal twist to a summertime staple!
Nov 4, 2021
The Best Thing I’ve Learned About Budgeting for Trader Joe’s
Groceries
It's surprisingly simple and still full of spontaneity!
Oct 17, 2021
Meet the $16 Tool That Seriously Improves Baked Potatoes
Tools
You could say it's spud-tacular.
Oct 2, 2021
8 Frozen Groceries This Registered Dietitian Always Buys at Costco
Groceries
She's got breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack options covered!
Sep 12, 2021
The $3 Trader Joe’s Ingredient I’ve Been Using on Repeat with My Slow Cooker
Groceries
The final result works well over rice, inside a baked potato, as a nacho topper, in tacos, or on a salad.
Aug 26, 2021
This Grocery Store Shortcut Is the Secret to Easy Back-to-School Lunches
Groceries
Approved by a registered dietitian ... for kids AND adults!
Aug 14, 2021
The 12 Best Snacks to Bring to the Beach This Summer — Especially If You Have Kids
Groceries
According to a registered dietitian!
Jun 22, 2021
This Frozen Treat Is the Grown-Up Version of Dippin' Dots
Groceries
"I found myself racing to finish this frozen medley before it melted."
May 9, 2021
I’m a Registered Dietitian and This Is the One Thing I Do Every Time I Make Rice
Tips from The Kitchn
Behold: A super-easy rice tip.
Apr 5, 2021
The Unconventional Ingredient That Takes My Bubbie’s Charoset to the Next Level
Groceries
Here's a smart swap for that super-sweet red wine!
Mar 22, 2021