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Melissa Hughes

Melissa Hughes

Melissa Hughes is a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified wellness and health coach and program manager for the Sharp Rees-Stealy Center for Health Management.

With a history of heart disease in her family, Melissa has always had a passion for nutrition. Being a dietitian nutritionist allows her to empower people to take charge of their health and well-being, something she takes great pride in.

When she's not working with patients, Melissa spends her time enjoying the outdoors, or getting creative with healthy recipes in the kitchen.

Melissa Hughes is a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified wellness and health coach and program manager for the Sharp Rees-Stealy Center for Health Management.

With a history of heart disease in her family, Melissa has always had a passion for nutrition. Being a dietitian nutritionist allows her to empower people to take charge of their health and well-being, something she takes great pride in.

When she's not working with patients, Melissa spends her time enjoying the outdoors, or getting creative with healthy recipes in the kitchen.

Stories by Melissa Hughes

Chicken salad with nuts and apples

Apple and walnut chicken salad (recipe)

This version of the classic chicken salad boasts walnuts, apples and bold Italian seasoning.

Cherry cobbler dessert in ramekins

Lightened Southern cherry cobbler (recipe)

This sweet dessert has that long-baked flavor yet comes together in a flash.

Buffalo cauliflower on a cutting board with ketchup

Sriracha buffalo cauliflower bites (recipe)

Skip the wings and bring on the spice with this flavorful cauliflower appetizer.

Friends drinking water while exercising

True or false: We need 8 glasses of water per day

A Sharp registered dietitian shares the most common hydration myths — and the facts behind them.

People eating at a party

10 healthy eating tips for all those holiday parties

Eating healthy foods throughout the holidays isn’t always easy but can be done.

The ideal Thanksgiving plate

The ideal Thanksgiving plate

Gobble up just the right amount of food this holiday with these portion control tips.

Italian meatballs on a cutting board

Air fryer Italian meatballs (recipe)

These lighter meatballs are great over pasta, zucchini noodles or served on their own.

Grilled chicken with asparagus dinner

Grilled tequila lime chicken with asparagus (recipe)

Up your grill game with this easy chicken recipe that mixes smoky adobo with sweet citrus.

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