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Kiersten Hickman

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Health/nutrition journalist debunking diet culture. Words @thehealthy @eatingwell @cleanplates @tasteofhome @stacker & more. 💌 Weekly essays on Substack!

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Kiersten Hickman’s Biography

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I am an experienced writer, editor, and recipe developer with a demonstrated history of working in the publishing industry. Skilled in reporting, analytics, social media, graphic design, web design, photography, videography, and recipe development. Strong media and communication professional with a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Journalism and an Online Media concentration from DePaul University.

My work has been published in major publications including Eat This, Not That!, Taste of Home, Reader’s …

Kiersten Hickman’s Journalist Portfolio

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The One Type of Restaurant Disappearing Fast | Eat This Not That

The One Type of Restaurant Disappearing Fast | Eat This Not That

It's safe to say that all restaurants have experienced hardship and financial difficulty during the coronavir…

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10 Healthy Salad Dressing Recipes to Make | Eat This Not That

10 Healthy Salad Dressing Recipes to Make | Eat This Not That

Have you ever picked up a bottle of salad dressing at the store that has a long list of unrecognizable, secre…

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Americans Indulge in Junk Food on This Day | Eat This Not That

Americans Indulge in Junk Food on This Day | Eat This Not That

In some cases, people who think about changing their eating habits will likely hold off until a new week begi…

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This Service Lets You Make Famous Restaurant Meals | Eat This Not That

This Service Lets You Make Famous Restaurant Meals | Eat This Not That

In the last 10 years, the New York City restaurant scene has doubled, giving hungry New Yorkers thousands of …

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5 Baked Chicken Breast Recipes | Eat This Not That

5 Baked Chicken Breast Recipes | Eat This Not That

We all know that cooking chicken breast can get boring fast. It's one of the cheapest meats to buy and one of…

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5 Best Steak Marinade Ideas for the Juiciest Steak Ever | Eat This Not That

5 Best Steak Marinade Ideas for the Juiciest Steak Ever | Eat This Not That

I admit, when it comes to steak, sometimes the only thing you really need is a nice rub -or simply seasoned w…

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The 4 Best Low-Sugar Starbucks Drinks for People with Diabetes

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A registered dietitian shares the best drinks to order at the popular coffee chain when you’re managing blood sugar levels. • Go for black coffee, short lattes with 2% milk, unsweetened iced teas and cold-brew. • Choose drinks without added sugar to prevent spikes and support overall health with diabetes. While popular drinks like the Pumpkin Spice Latte and the White Chocolate Mocha are beloved orders for many Starbucks lovers, they aren’t exactly the best choices for managing blood sugar levels.
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The 4 Best Low-Sugar Starbucks Drinks for People with Diabetes

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| EatingWell Verified
Starbucks offers several low-sugar drink options that support healthy blood sugar. Go for black coffee, short lattes with 2% milk, unsweetened iced teas and cold-brew. Choose drinks without added sugar to prevent spikes and support overall health with diabetes. While popular drinks like the Pumpkin Spice Latte and the White Chocolate Mocha are beloved orders for many Starbucks lovers, they aren’t exactly the best choices for managing blood sugar levels.
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Eating this every day could damage your brain health, says new study

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Ultra-processed foods have been linked to cognitive decline This isn't the first time researchers have concluded that ultra-processed foods negatively affect one's health.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

My first full-time job was working as a Staff Editor & Writer for Womensforum.com. I was promoted from my role as an Editorial Intern.

What's your favorite social network?

My favorite social network is Instagram. People are into visual right now, and Instagram is the best way to grab someone's attention.

Why did you become a journalist?

I was once told that journalists help to document history. Being an avid writer and reader, I immediately wanted to be a part of it.