Some 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?
There’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?
Is 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.
If 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.
Use 15-15 rule to treat hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
Take the intuitive eating scale to find out where you may benefit from intuitive eating focused nutrition counseling
Janice 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.
Check out my podcast interview with The Happy Diabetic Kitchen
While 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.
If 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!
Question: Do you need a dietary supplement?
Answer: It depends.
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