MEDIA & FEATURES
Nora has become a trusted resource for several top national and international publications. See some of her recent features and clips from Daily Burn below. For press/media inquiries, please e-mail info@noraminno.com.
WHAT IS THE NOOM DIET AND CAN IT HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT?
WOMEN'S HEALTH // AUGUST 2020
Here's my personal take on Noom, as a registered dietitian. The short version: I see real potential with the Noom weight-loss app, and a few cons for some groups of people—so read on.
NORA MINNO'S EASY CHICKPEA MUSHROOM BURGER RECIPE
TODAY.COM // MAY 2020
Registered dietician Nora Minno has created a savory veggie burger recipe using things you probably already have in your pantry. It's just as delicious as it is healthy.
HOW RETHINKING YOUR WORKOUTS CAN TRANSFORM YOUR PHYSICAL HEALTH
THRIVE GLOBAL // FEBRUARY 2020
Understanding what we should be eating, and how much we should be working out can be challenging. Wanting to make healthier food choices is easy in principle, but can be a big challenge in practice. Nora Minno, an award-winning registered dietitian and certified personal trainer, and star of the Daily Burn’s “DB365,” has made it her goal to make good health less complicated.
TURN YOUR FAVORITE CRUNCHY SNACK INTO A "WALKING TACO" IN 5 MINUTES
WOMEN'S HEALTH // FEBRUARY 2020
Check out my recipe for a simple walking taco on Women'sHealth.com
8 LOW-CARB, HIGH-FIBER FOODS TO LOAD UP ON EVERY DAY
WELL + GOOD // JULY 2019
'Coconut deserves more love outside of coconut oil. Not only is it “a great way to add some sweet flavor into your low-carb diet,” says Nora Minno, RDN, a dietitian and certified personal trainer in New York City, it’s also impressively high in fiber. “Blend into sauces or eat plain as a post-meal treat,” Minno says'...
NORA SHARES HER FAVORITE "BEACH BITES" on DB365
DAILY BURN // JUNE 2019
These recipes for summer snacks and meals are sure to become your go-tos for on-the go. Click below to see the full segment from Daily Burn's DB365.
IN YOUR QUEST FOR A FLATTER STOMACH, APPLE CIDER VINEGAR PROBABLY WON'T HELP MUCH
Feature POPSUGAR.COM // May 2018
"However, Nora Minno, RD, CDN, also notes that, 'Most studies are either done on animals or have small sample sizes, therefore more research needs to be done to draw concrete conclusions.'"
IT’S RHUBARB SEASON, SO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ITS SURPRISING HEALTH BENEFITS IN YOUR COOKING
WELL + GOOD // May 2019
“Some vegetables can loose their nutrients when cooked, especially those containing the water-soluble B-group vitamins and vitamin C,” Minno says. “For example, studies have shown that the majority of Vitamin C found in fresh spinach can be lost when cooked at high temperatures..."
36 SERIOUSLY DELICIOUS HIGH PROTEIN LOW CARB SNACKS
WOMEN'S HEALTH // April 2019
"There are a variety of packs that include hard-boiled eggs and a crunchy dip. These are perfect to satisfy certain cravings, like an everything bagel, and keep you full with lots of protein. Their packs range from 12 to 14 grams of protein and all contain just one gram of sugar or less. They are gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and keto-friendly."—Nora Minno, RD
THESE ARE THE BEST VEGGIES TO EAT RAW (AND THE ONES YOU SHOULD COOK)
WELL + GOOD // November 2018
“Some vegetables can loose their nutrients when cooked, especially those containing the water-soluble B-group vitamins and vitamin C,” Minno says. “For example, studies have shown that the majority of Vitamin C found in fresh spinach can be lost when cooked at high temperatures..."
13 HEALTHY 10-MINUTE MEALS
DIETITIANS LOVE
Recipe Feature SELF.COM // July 2018
PROTEIN PACKED MAC N CHEESE: "I love recipes that taste like my comfort-food favorites, but have a healthier twist," Nora Minno, R.D., C.P.T., an NYC-based registered dietitian, tells SELF. "With only six ingredients, this recipe makes for a great lunch or dinner for anyone looking to satisfy their mac and cheese cravings."
AVOID THESE REFRIGERATOR FOOD-STORAGE MISTAKES TO LENGTHEN THE LIFE OF GROCERIES
Feature WELLANDGOOD.COM // June 2018
“Another great hack is freezing food that is about to go bad,” she says. “I’ll be honest, sometimes I over-buy fruits or veggies. But to ensure I don’t completely waste them, I wash them and freeze them in Tupperware, then use them later in smoothies or stir-frys.”
9 STORE-BOUGHT SALAD DRESSINGS RDs ACTUALLY USE
Feature SELF.COM // May 2018
"Nora Minno, R.D., C.D.N., also explains that even if a dressing has a reasonable amount of added sugar or sodium per serving on the nutrition panel, you're likely using far more than a single serving on each salad..."
WARRIOR STORY: NORA MINNO ON OVERCOMING REJECTION AND OBSTACLES WITH A GO-GETTER ATTITUDE
Blog Feature HEALTHWARRIOR.COM // February 2018
Read Nora's personal story on overcoming rejection and obstacles to build a career that she loves on the Health Warrior blog.
11 BEST FROZEN AND PRE-MADE MEALS FROM TRADER JOE'S ACCORDING TO RDs
Feature SELF.COM // February 2018
“'I love this pre-made soup option because it is made with simple, whole ingredients like lentils, diced carrots, quinoa, and flaxseeds,' Nora Minno, R.D., C.P.T., an NYC-based registered dietitian, tells SELF. She say that even though it’s totally vegetarian, it’s packed with 9 grams of protein per serving, plus plenty of fiber to keep you truly satisfied..."
NORA NAMED ONE OF THE "TOP 19 FITNESS TRAINERS TO FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM" BY SELF
SELF.COM // January 2018
"Minno's Daily Burn workout posts will make you want to get up and move. She's also a registered dietitian, so her fueling meal idea posts are equally helpful (not to mention, they look as delicious as they are healthy)..."
WHY ASHLEY GRAHAM'S POST-WORKOUT SNACK IS A GREAT WAY TO REFUEL
Feature SELF.COM // January 2018
"This is why adequate protein intake is such an important part of a healthy diet overall. "If we don't give our body what it needs to refuel and build lean muscle, then we probably won't see the [strength] results we're looking for," says Minno..."
7 HIGH PROTEIN DESSERTS YOU CAN (AND SHOULD) EAT AFTER A WORKOUT
Feature SELF.COM // September 2017
"Just to be sure that that's actually the case, I checked in with Nora Minno, New York-based registered dietitian and certified personal trainer. She told me that, as long as the dessert you're swinging for isn't packed with refined sugars and has the proper amount of protein and healthy carbs (the kind you get from fruits and whole grains), it can totally work as a post-workout snack..."
HEALTHY EATING TIPS FOR MAINTAINING YOUR NEW YEARS RESOLUTION
Feature SELF.COM // December 2017
“Not only does alcohol intake add empty calories to the diet, but it can lead to poor diet and fitness decisions the following day. My rule of thumb: Skip out on the alcohol during the week and save that special glass of wine for weekend activities.”
8 RD APPROVED THAI
TAKEOUT PICKS
Feature SELF.COM // February 2017
“My go-to Thai takeout order is vegetable curry. Not only is it rich in flavor, but the tofu packs in loads of plant-based protein. I like to add extra veggies to help reach my daily fiber goal of 30 grams. Bonus: spices like turmeric—which are often used in Thai curry—contain anti-inflammatory properties."
LIVE A HAPPIER LIFE IN
JUST 31 DAYS
Feature GOODHOUSEKEEPING.COM // DECEMBER 2016
"Thinking you have to go to the gym for an hour a day is overwhelming, and it's a quick way to burn out," says Nora Minno, a Daily Burn 365 trainer. In fact, doing micro sessions — 10 squats in the morning, 10-minute walk at lunch — might be more effective than attempting marathon ones, because you're more likely to follow through.
HERE'S WHAT YOU SHOULD DO AT THE GYM TO MAINTAIN YOUR WEIGHT
Feature SELF.COM // October 2016
"When it comes to weight maintenance you can scale back, but you don’t want to stop training entirely. Establishing a new fitness routine that you can be consistent with is key, explains Nora Minno, NYC-based personal trainer and registered dietitian. This will help maintain that hard-earned muscle mass and endurance while also preventing future weight gain...."
THE BEST SNACKS TO EAT AFTER A CARDIO WORKOUT
Feature SELF.COM // July 2016
"And Nora Minno, R.D. and certified personal trainer, says to keep in mind that these guidelines will vary depending on both your body composition and fitness goals. The following snack options pack in just those nutrients."