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Andrea Luttrell

RDN, LDN, Corporate Dietitian

Big Y Foods

Andrea is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist based out of Massachusetts. She has worked for the nutrition program at Big Y Foods, Inc., a family owned and operated grocery store chain, since 2006 and became the second Corporate Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for the be well™ with Big Y® program in 2009. Andrea holds an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration from Holyoke Community College and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she also completed her Dietetic Internship. With a passion for food, cooking and overall wellbeing, Andrea strives to teach simple lifestyle changes that make big impacts on health.

In addition to her work at Big Y, Andrea serves on the University of Massachusetts Amherst Nutrition Department and Internship Advisory Committee; the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District Wellness Committee; and the Western Area Massachusetts Dietetic Association (WAMDA) Board of Directors. She is also a recipient of the BusinessWest 40 Under Forty Award. In her free time, she loves to kayak, hike, bake yummy treats and spend time with her husband and two boys.

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Not Your Gramma’s…

Growing up in a French-Canadian household, mealtime and gatherings with extended family typically included meat-and-potato centered dishes with little to no fr…

Cinnamon Honey Walnut Butter & Caramelized Banana Sandwich

Do you love the classic pairing of peanut butter and jelly? This leveled-up sandwich is a fun new take, celebrating the delicious combination of nut butter and…

Strawberry Caprese-Style Grilled Cheese

Take your favorite childhood sandwich to new heights! This recipe combines grown-up flavors with the melty goodness of a classic grilled cheese. Since strawber…

Plant-Packed Recipe Inspiration For Kids Of Any Age

Whether your kids are just old enough to stand on stepstools to “help” in the kitchen or returning from college for winter break, encouraging children to g…

Banana Pudding In A Bag

Squeezing, squishing and mashing? Yes, please.

Stock Up On Staples

Just as summer vibes start to sink in, back-to-school season creeps up and it’s already time for school supply shopping. While planning ahead for school and…

Salads To Make Your Heart Go Pitter-Patter

Discover salads at their full potential with these tips for building a better salad.

The Goodness Of Gardening

There is something about getting your hands in the dirt and starting a garden that brings so much happiness and satisfaction. From planting that initial seed o…

Edible Chocolate Chickpea Cookie Dough

Need we say more?

Heart Health: It’s In The Can

When it comes to protecting your heart, few foods work harder than fruits and vegetables. They provide potassium (which helps counter the effects of sodium), f…

Have A Plant® For Dessert

Fruit adds the perfect final touch to just about any meal. Find your new favorite among these tasty treats!

Frights & Delights For Halloween Nights

As leaves crunch beneath your feet, the days become cooler and the dark of night creeps in sooner, kids young and old count down to a favorite holiday for many…

Summer Produce To Explore

When thinking about summer produce, you might automatically think about enjoying fresh slices of watermelon by the pool; cutting ripe tomatoes and crunchy cucu…

Get Snacking

Is it a snack? Is it a meal? Trending now is a mixture of both, according to a 2019 Global Consumer Snacking Trends Study by Mondelez International. According…

Sweet Corn Salsa

Ready to get snacking? Dig into the flavors of summer with this fresh Sweet Corn Salsa. It pairs perfectly with whole-grain woven wheat crackers or your favori…

The Simple Shopping You Deserve

Summer and grilling pretty much go hand in hand, so take full advantage of this when meal planning during the warmer months. Utilizing the grill is a great way…

Brighten Your Day With Fresh Produce

During times like these, many of us have similar thoughts: stock up on pantry staples like pasta and canned goods, bread, frozen foods and so on – and rightf…

Fill Holiday Cravings With Fruits & Veggies

According to a study by OnePoll on behalf of Quest Nutrition, 87% of Americans say they experience more food cravings over the holidays than any other time of…

Fruit & Veggie Hacks You’re Going To Love

Anything that cuts prep time in the kitchen, prolongs the life of fruits and veggies or helps the home cook look like a culinary pro is a bonus in my book! Tha…

Quick Fix Meals and Snacks

If you’re short on time when it comes to prepping meals and snacks, you’re not alone. Research from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) show…

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How To Get Even MORE From Your Produce

March is National Nutrition Month® and this year’s theme from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is Go Further with Food. One area most of us could impr…

Think RED this Holiday Season & Go Cranberry Crazy!

Living in Massachusetts, I’ve been fortunate enough to visit local cranberry bogs to see harvesting of these beautiful, vibrant berries. Cranberries are only…

Easy Grab N’ Go Ideas For Breakfast

On average, Americans spend about 12 minutes eating breakfast each day, with more and more of those eating occasions happening on the go. Living in such a high…

Eat More!

In the world of food and nutrition, you’re often bombarded with messages to “eat less.” Eat less sodium, eat less saturated fat, eat smaller portions……

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