Since I am a newlywed, my husband and I are being mindful to create healthy meals and habits that we plan to continue throughout our lives together. Thankfully, he is Italian and also shares with me the love of cooking healthy meals! We try to go … [Read more...] about Real-Life…and Plant-Based
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What is Gestational Diabetes?
Gestational Diabetes (GDM) is any elevation in a woman's blood glucose that is first recognized during pregnancy. A woman's risk of having GDM should be assessed at her first prenatal visit. If it is determined she is not at initial risk, she should … [Read more...] about What is Gestational Diabetes?
Whole Grains to Improve Your Health (and Your Blood Sugar)!
Whole grains foods contain many nutrients that provide a variety of health benefits. Specifically, whole grains are rich in dietary fiber. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends individuals consume 25-35 grams of fiber per day. Research … [Read more...] about Whole Grains to Improve Your Health (and Your Blood Sugar)!
The Breakfast Scramble… in less than 10 minutes!
Let me tell you the truth! Even though I am a dietitian, the word "meal" is just not one of my favorites. Often when I tell patients/clients they need to eat within 90 minutes of waking up in order to really start their metabolism and burn more … [Read more...] about The Breakfast Scramble… in less than 10 minutes!
Barriers to Weight Loss…What’s Your Solution?
Today I was meeting with one of my weight loss patients and he was extremely discouraged because he hasn't lost any weight in the past two weeks... and he has a lot of weight to lose. It always seems to be easier said than done, right? He knows that … [Read more...] about Barriers to Weight Loss…What’s Your Solution?
Deceitful Marketing 101
Last week I was leading a grocery store tour at a local Albertson's for the participants that have enrolled in my 8 week weight loss program. For the past few weeks we have been discussing food labels, misleading marketing claims, and learning the … [Read more...] about Deceitful Marketing 101