Wellness Blogs
Explore the Mackenthun’s Wellness Blog for nutrition tips, healthy recipes, wellness advice, and expert insights to support a healthier lifestyle.
It May Be Spooky Season, But You Don’t Have to Fear Your Menopause Symptoms
Written by Abby Walter, Dietetic Intern, University of Minnesota School of Public Health Updated October 28th, 2026 October is World Menopause Awareness Month, so let’s
Taking the Sting Out of Life
Written by Dr. Andrew Akhaphong, DCN, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Registered Dietitian Updated September 17, 2026 What if managing pain wasn’t about simply
Shots, But Make It Mediterranean
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, DCN, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Registered Dietitian Updated August 19, 2026 Move over green juice—there’s a new shot making
Seed the Difference: Hemp for Health
Written by Emily Chmelik, Dietetic Intern from University of Minnesota – MPH Nutrition Program Hemp is one of those ingredients that silently benefits us nutritionally, especially
Are You Fibermaxxing Yet?
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, DCN, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Registered DietitianUpdated July 22, 2026 If you spend any time on social media, you’ve
Turn Up the Heat, Not the Calories
Written by Dr. Andrew Akhaphong, DCN, MS, RD, LD, Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Registered DietitianUpdated July 8, 2026 According to anthropologists—scientists who study human behavior, cultures,
Dip, Drizzle, and Thrive: The Mediterranean Diet Made Simple
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, DCN, MS, RD, LD Updated May 27, 2026 The Mediterranean diet is a simple, flavorful way of eating inspired by the
Stay Sharp: Stroke Prevention
Written by Andrew Akhaphong, DCN, MS, RD, LD Updated May 20th, 2026 When you’re spending time with friends or in a group, have you ever