Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD

Cynthia Sass is a nutritionist and registered dietitian with master’s degrees in both nutrition science and public health. Frequently seen on national TV, she’s Health magazine’s contributing nutrition editor, and privately counsels clients in New York, Los Angeles, and long distance. Cynthia is currently the sports nutrition consultant to the New York Rangers NHL team and the Tampa Bay Rays MLB team, and is board certified as a specialist in sports dietetics.

Recent Articles

5 Things That Make You Overeat

We eat solo about half of the time, according to a recent report. We dine alone 60% of the time at breakfast, 55% of the time at lunch, and up to 70% of the time...

By Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD

The Surprising Food Flavor That Can Help You Shed Pounds

You’re probably familiar with salty, sweet, bitter, and sour, but did you know there’s a fifth taste? It’s called umami, and a new study concludes that it has a unique effect on appetite.Umami, which means...

By Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD

9 Sandwich Ingredients That Are Healthy—Or Super Bad For You

When I talk to my clients about their favorite meals, many will say, “Well, I love a good sandwich.” I get it. There’s just something very satisfying about picking up your lunch with both hands...

By Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD

Fasting Can Cause Weight Gain and Poor Sleep

Given my 15-plus years in private practice I don’t believe there’s a one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition and weight loss. What works for one person may not work—or feel good—for another. That’s why I believe it’s...

By Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD

3 Ways to Kick Your White-Bread Habit

Some of my clients wouldn’t touch white bread, rice, or pasta with a 10-foot pole, while others just can’t seem to make the switch to whole-grain alternatives. For the latter group, it’s either because they’re...

By Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD / Health.com

Read This Before Grocery Shopping

“I sat in the parking lot, ripped open the bag of M&M’s and gobbled them as fast as I could,” one of my clients recently told me. She had gone to the supermarket right after...

By Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD and Health.com
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