Leading the health food charge in a medical facility is no small feat, but that’s exactly what Director of Food and Nutrition Coby Smith does at the Arkansas Heart Hospital. In this exclusive conversation with our sister publication Fit Arkansas, he shares some of his go-to wellness tips, tricks and secrets.
Read the full interview and get more insider looks at Little Rock chefs on FitArkansas.com.
Coby Smith
What is your top tip for healthy eating?
Take advantage of technology. Use a journal app, find cool recipes and try to keep you plate as colorful as possible.
Simple suggestion for cooking healthier at home:
Replace traditional oils like vegetable with olive or coconut oil & Replacing salt with different types of acidity like lemon juice and vinegar.
Ingredient you can’t live without and why:
I would say the tomato, it’s simple yet versatile.
Common misconception people have about eating healthy:
“Salads are healthy;” not when you put four ounces of ranch on it.
Coffee or tea: Mountain Dew
Secret recipe you’ll never reveal: Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie (It may or may not have quinoa flour in it.)
Go-to meal when you’re short on time: Spaghetti (for the kids)
Guilty pleasure food: Porterhouse