Lauren Manaker
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“I think this smoothie is quite balanced, and it does provide a wide array of nutrients, especially because he is including whole foods like blueberries,”
Lauren Manaker · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-19
Manaker assessed the nutritional balance of Johnson's smoothie recipe.
“a great addition to his diet.”
Lauren Manaker · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-19
Manaker noted that given Johnson's caloric goal of about 4,000 calories per day, the smoothie is appropriate for his diet.
“If someone wants to try it for fun, I'd encourage sharing it, slowing down and balancing the rest of the day with plenty of water, fruits, vegetables and other satisfying foods.”
Lauren Manaker · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-11
Lauren Manaker encouraged anyone who wants to try the burger for fun to share it and balance the rest of the day with healthier foods.
“One very large, highly processed meal can pack a lot of sodium, saturated fat and calories into a short sitting, which may leave some people feeling uncomfortable afterward, especially if they eat it quickly,”
Lauren Manaker · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-11
Lauren Manaker warned that a large, highly processed meal eaten quickly may leave people feeling uncomfortable.
“a novelty burger like this is less about everyday nutrition and more about the experience.”
Lauren Manaker · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-11
Lauren Manaker, a dietitian in South Carolina, told Fox News Digital that indulging in the novelty burger is more about the experience than everyday nutrition.