It's heating up here in Southern California and it is officially summer! When I think of summer, I think of watermelon... one of nature’s most refreshing (and hydrating!) fruits. As the name suggests, watermelon is extremely high in water content … [Read more...] about Fiesta Watermelon Salad
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Sweet & Spicy Salad Dressing
Anyone that has ever had a meal at the Zanini household knows that I am a salt-free cook. It is just our way of trying to lower the sodium in our diet. When a recipe calls for salt, I will make a substitution...double the other spices, replace with … [Read more...] about Sweet & Spicy Salad Dressing
Almond Peanut Butter Balls
I often have clients who are looking for dessert recipes that will be satisfying, yet appropriate for their diabetes. Many desserts are missing the protein and fiber that help keep us full... but not this one! … [Read more...] about Almond Peanut Butter Balls
Why Eat Locally Grown Produce?
Eating food that is fresh and locally grown can have a plethora of benefits for both your health and the environment. Thankfully, Southern California has an abundance of farmer’s markets to take advantage of year-round. When we eat foods that have … [Read more...] about Why Eat Locally Grown Produce?
Vegan Chocolate Pudding
This recipe was recently created by my sweet ( and undeniably sassy) Southern mother. She has recently become much more health-conscious in her cooking. I would love to take credit for this, since I am a Registered Dietitian, but it has nothing to do … [Read more...] about Vegan Chocolate Pudding
Breakfast Meals for Individuals with Diabetes
Today I'm working on a customized meal plan for a client that wants to lose weight. She sent me a list of her favorite food so that we could make something she actually enjoys, but will still keep her full and her blood sugars will remain stable … [Read more...] about Breakfast Meals for Individuals with Diabetes