Looking for a quick and easy meatball recipe? I’d recommend making extra for leftovers or freezing. These disappear quickly in my home and I always wish I'd prepped more! The nice thing about meatballs prepped ahead is that you can then turn them into several unique meals: the classic with sauce and pasta; stuffed into a pita with cucumber, tomatoes, olives, hummus or tzatziki; or, paired with rice, broccoli and a delicious sauce. The options are limitless!
Read MoreIron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency across the globe. It most commonly affects young children (ages 6 to 24 months), those who are menstruating, pregnant women, athletes, older adults (over 60), or those with certain medical conditions (celiac disease, parasitic infection, chronic kidney disease). In the US, about 1 in 3 adults may have iron deficiency.
Read MoreLooking for a tasty, satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal that will come together quickly with minimal mess? Look no further than these sheet pan fajitas. I’ve been making them for years and will often double or triple the recipe for lots of leftovers. Sheet pan meals are a favorite of mine because of the hands free cooking and easy clean up. This recipe calls for chicken, but feel free to sub with your protein of choice and adjust the cooking time accordingly. Serve with tortillas, rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, lettuce, salsa, cilantro, lime, etc. - whatever you like!
Read MoreEvery 5 years, a group of experts in the field gets together to scour the research and make public health nutrition recommendations. What you're probably most familiar with are the images that accompany these guidelines. In this post, let’s look at some images from DGA's past and break down the new guidelines plus some key take aways. If this type of discussion about food doesn't feel helpful to you, by all means skip this section. There's so much food chatter in our lives, I recognize this conversation won't be for everyone. However, if you've been hearing about the new DGA and have felt confused and want some clarification, I hope my breakdown that follows can offer that for you.
Read MoreDiabetes will affect most of us at some point - whether through our own diagnosis or that of a loved one. Globally, diabetes affects approximately 537 million adults and rates are expected to continue rising. In the US, nearly half of the entire population (135.7 million Americans) has diabetes or prediabetes.
Read MoreAre you or a loved one part of the 7.7 million Americans who rely on insulin? If so, read on to make sure you’re up to date on payment caps and accessing this lifesaving medication.
Read MoreMost people have experienced some form of weight stigma in their life. We experience internalized weight stigma when we apply negative stereotypes or judgements about weight to ourselves or externalized weight stigma if we've been a victim of weight-based judgment or mistreatment.
Read MoreIf you’ve read or are interested in reading Intuitive Eating for Diabetes, join our 9-week group to connect and reflect on the content in a small, supportive community.
Read MoreSome claims that food is addictive argue that the same brain regions light up with highly palatable foods just like they do for drugs. However, there are many things that can cause these reward centers in the brain to light up, such as puppies, babies, and music. So does that really mean food is addictive or rather that it is pleasurable?
Read MoreThere’s so much chatter around protein that many parents express worry around their kids eating habits and whether they’re getting enough. But, how much protein do kids really need?
Read MoreIs it just me or does it seem like there's a seemingly never-ending focus on protein intake? Don't get me wrong, protein is an important nutrient, but how much do we really need? Let’s break it down.
Read MoreIf you’ve been told you have diabetes or prediabetes, then you have something in common with 135.7 million Americans—nearly half of the entire US population! As of 2021, 38.1 million US adults had diabetes, and 97.6 million had prediabetes (CDC 2024). But do you know the history of the term “prediabetes?” Read on to learn more.
Read MoreUse 15-15 rule to treat hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
Read MoreTake the intuitive eating scale to find out where you may benefit from intuitive eating focused nutrition counseling
Read MoreJanice and Elyse chat about new intuitive eating resources including Intuitive Eating for Diabetes, a new intuitive eating app, and the revised 2nd edition Intuitive Eating Workbook that Elyse co-authored with Evelyn Tribole.
Read MoreCheck out my podcast interview with The Happy Diabetic Kitchen
Read MoreWhile HbA1c is considered the gold standard for the diagnosis of diabetes and the assessment of glycemic control, there are numerous conditions that impact its clinical relevance.
Read MoreIf you’re like many people these days, finding time to shop for groceries, cook said groceries, eat the meal, and clean up the mess from making the meal may feel nearly impossible. Let me know if you relate!
Read MoreIf you’re like many people, you may have even been thinking about resolutions or goals for the year ahead. For many, it feels good to think of the new year as a fresh start.
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