Should I Scoop Out My Bagel?

"This fun, breezy guide positions the authors as both experts and the reader’s best friends, encouraging, advising, and cheering on." —Publisher's Weekly

As a registered dietitian and a health industry expert, Ilyse Schapiro and Hallie Rich are “Dear Abby” meets Sex and the City meets Dr. Oz. They’re realistic in their approach with¬out getting too technical. They know people will cheat on their diets, dine out, consume alcohol, and have (hopefully plenty of) sex. They also know people have questions about it all. (Who doesn’t?) While many people may feel comfortable asking their best friend, they really want expert advice. That’s where Should I Scoop Out My Bagel? will help.

Based on their twenty-five years of combined experience in the health field, Schapiro and Rich are able to cover the multitude of questions that constantly top the list, including:

Is eating a wrap healthier than eating a bagel sandwich?
Is it time to get on the gluten-free bandwagon?
I have salads for lunch every day, and I’m still not losing weight. What am I doing wrong?
I’m tired of feeling tired. What can I do to lose the urge to snooze?
I eat well, so what’s the point of a multivitamin?

They reveal the secrets of the experts and the tricks of their respective trades. With so much information and so many “rules” out there, this book gives readers the tools to sort through the BS and know what is truly important and actually relevant to their health.

Ilyse Schapiro, MS, RD, CDN, is a registered dietitian and certified dietitian/nutritionist who holds a master’s of science in clinical nutrition and dietetics from New York University. Before launching her own practice, she was a dietitian at Joy Bauer Nutrition and served as a clinical dietitian at the Hospital for Special Surgery. She resides in Mamaroneck, New York.

Hallie Rich worked side by side with both her father and grandmother at her family’s dietary supplement business, where she rose through the ranks to become a senior executive at the Company. Following the passing of her father, Hallie founded Rich Vitamins. Hallie received her BA with honors from the University of Michigan and resides in New York, New York.

"Why do men lose weight faster than women? What if I’m still hungry after dinner? Are there foods that help speed up metabolism? These and other questions related to healthy eating are answered in this amusing and informative book by dietitian/nutritionist Schapiro, aided by Rich. Here readers will find the truth about gluten-free eating, enhanced waters, and other timely topics. VERDICT Not a diet book per se but a strong collection of useful general information." —Library Journal

"Schapiro and Rich write in a style that will make readers feel like they’re at a girlfriends’ night out, drinking wine (empty calories!) and getting “no-holds-barred” answers for “every modern woman wondering why her weight is high, her libido is low, and her mind is scattered.” The book covers 99 common questions about health and diet. Organization can be a little light—sometimes related topics are grouped together, and sometime not. Still, the questions are timely, many relating to popular diet fads and strategies: should one “scoop out” a bagel, eat wraps instead of sandwiches, or go completely gluten-free? It’s all here: sugar; soda; jet lag; dessert; eating out; dark meat vs. light. . . . This fun, breezy guide positions the authors as both experts and the reader’s best friends, encouraging, advising, and cheering on." —Publisher's Weekly

"This book is packed with helpful answers to countless eating questions. Ilyse and Hallie do an exceptional job of providing practical advice with an entertaining dose of humor. You’ll laugh, learn, and likely pass on a number of these useful gems to friends and family members!" —Joy Bauer MS, RDN, Founder of Nourish Snacks, #1 New York Times bestselling author, and NBC’s TODAY Show nutritionist

"A great read with easy to digest, extremely helpful information on health and nutrition. In a breezy, playful style, Ilyse and Hallie give you useful ideas that you can implement today." —Joel Harper, NYC Celebrity Fitness Trainer

"I love their approach to health and nutrition. This book gives me the power to make informed decisions in a balanced and achievable way." —Angie Everhart, model and actress

"The world of nutrition is continually evolving; however, many people are walking around believing information from twenty or thirty years ago. Should I Scoop Out My Bagel? debunks popular myths and gives you the most up-to-date nutrition and lifestyle information that is relatable and easy-to-understand. It’s also a great conversation starter—after reading it, you’ll be the one telling family and friends the real deal about many common misconceptions." —Toby Amidor, MS, RD, national nutrition expert, author of The Greek Yogurt Kitchen and columnist for Today’s Dietitian magazine