Lori McCall
School
Presbyterian College (BA), Winthrop University (MS), Western Carolina University (Dietetic Internship)
Expertise
Clinical Nutrition, Plant-based Eating, Disease Prevention
- Lori has authored two hour-long multimedia presentations on cardiac nutrition for registered dietitians across the country.
- She has served over 16,000 people through outpatient counseling, acute hospital care, community outreach, and (her favorite) written nutrition education materials.
- Lori has been a vegetarian for nearly 20 years and is genuinely elated when people eat their vegetables.
Experience
Lori's interest in writing began in elementary school when she won first prize in a school-wide writing contest. She went on to dual-major in English/Creative Writing and become Senior of the Year in Spanish (with a 20+ page literary paper written in Spanish to boot). Lori has worked as a registered dietitian (RD) since 2013, and she loves the challenging combination of writing to persuade people toward healthy eating. She began writing for the Daily Meal in 2023 with a slant toward nutrition and wellness in every piece.
Education
Lori earned her bachelor's degree in English (with Creative Writing emphasis) from Presbyterian College in South Carolina, followed by a master's of science in Human Nutrition from Winthrop University.
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Stories By Lori McCall
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When it comes to choosing the right lettuce for your burger, there are a number of factors to consider. Here's how to set yourself up for patty perfection.
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Refrigerated biscuit dough is affordable, accessible, and versatile - it's definitely worth keeping this staple on your permanent grocery list.
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This refreshing side dish, called a marinated salad, cold cucumber-and-onion salad, or floating salad, will lighten up a heavy meal with some bright acidity.
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Running out of oil is a common problem for those who enjoy baking. But a quick fix might already be hanging in the fridge in the form of applesauce.
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Want to create delicious baked goods without all the added fat? This easy swap can do the trick, and can also be swapped in for applesauce in recipes.
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Looking for a nectary syrup that can sweeten your food while staying on a budget? Costco's in-house agave is the affordable sweetener you need to try.
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There are lots of ingredients that everyone really needs to stop overlooking. For instance, breadcrumbs make a seriously scrumptious and genius salad topping.
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Many vegetables are far more versatile than you might think. For instance, frozen spinach is the absolute best choice for making summery cold dips.
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There are plenty of benefits to eating plant-based sandwiches, but they can be dry. Luckily, all you need for juicier store-bought veggie burgers is an onion.
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Did you know that there's more than one kind of barbecue sauce? Mustard barbecue sauce is a southern staple you need to try this summer to amp up your dishes.
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Adriana Montano pitched her cat café idea with passion, but received no investment on "Shark Tank." So, where is Gato Café today? Did it really have nine lives?
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Roasted Brussels sprouts prepared from frozen can be delightful if handled with care. And they're a time saver since you don't need to thaw them!
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Cashews can make a rich and creamy base for vegan cheese sauce -- as long as they're soaked first. Here's how long you should soak them for.
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Textured vegetable protein, or TVP, has baffled consumers for years despite its simplicity and versatility. We explain what it is and how it's used.
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Filler can stretch burger meat's usefulness, but at what point does something become too much filler? Remember this rule of thumb to strike the right balance.
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Are food companies just piling on the sugar to keep us craving more? Actually, there's science behind sugar that exceeds mere flavor enhancement.
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There's actually a point at which sugar will stop sweetening your coffee. But, that sweetening threshold is much, much higher than you think.
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Roasting nuts brings out rich flavors while also enhancing texture, but there's one big mistake people make while preparing them. Here's what it is.
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While the thought of a portable, healthy snack is alluring, it seems there's good reason Good Promise had minimal competition with ready-to-drink smoothies.
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There's a nuance to the preparation method that can improve even the best pasta salad recipes, and it's simple: Dress the pasta while it's hot.
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If you master the basic Chinese vinaigrette, you'll have a versatile dressing to use on dozens of dishes. Learn how to make it now.
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If you’re trying to eat more veggies but can’t finish fresh produce before it goes bad, opt to roast the frozen version and get a similar outcome.
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Enjoying a salad is a great way to enjoy eating healthy. But how long can it sit out and still be okay to eat? Make a game plan to ensure you won't get sick.
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Healthy eaters will usually always opt for the fresh variety over canned when purchasing food. But when it comes to tomatoes, what's the nutritional difference?
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If you regularly make instant oatmeal, you've likely had to clean up sticky spills from your microwave. But some tips can prevent oatmeal from overflowing.
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The microwave is an essential kitchen invention. As with cooking over the stove or oven, there's a science behind how and when to add ingredients like salt.
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Chefs are always looking to step up their vegetable game. Various cooking methods yield different results, and one of those includes grilling in a specific way.