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Smoked Salmon & Brussels Sprout Scrambled Egg Whites

If you like a quick breakfast of scrambled egg whites, you’ll love them with slivered, browned Brussels sprouts and savory smoked salmon.  Paired with whole grain toast to make it a complete meal, and you’re ready to take on the day! Smoked Salmon & Brussels…

Hearty Chicken & Corn Chowder

For a hearty chowder that’s not thickened with flour, simply puree a portion of the soup in a blender. Blending also gives the soup a creamier texture without added milk or cream. And without the milk or cream, this soup will reheat easily without separating…

What a Calorie Deficit Meal Plan Looks Like

Calories play a key role in weight loss. That’s why many people focus on creating a calorie deficit, or eating fewer calories than the body uses each day. (1) While the idea sounds straightforward, losing weight in a healthy way still takes some planning. The…

Avocado and Egg Breakfast Tacos

Tacos are a crowd favorite, no matter the time of day. This balanced breakfast gives you enough carbohydrates to fuel your energy in the morning, plus lots of fiber and protein to keep you full longer. It’s also easy to double or triple this recipe…

How to Find a Dietitian That’s the Best Fit for You

The questions you need to ask and the components you need to consider to make sure you find a dietitian that’s best for you. From health coaches to nutritionists and dietitians, there are quite a few options out there. How do you know which one…

How to Eat More Vegetables and Greens Throughout Your Day

We all can agree that eating enough vegetables, and in particular, greens, are beneficial for our health.  But, it can be challenging to figure out ways to get more greens into your day. I’ve found that many times when people think of eating greens they…

How Your Blood Sugar Impacts How You Feel and How to Stabilize It

Blood sugar spikes and drops can result in a slew of less than ideal symptoms. If you’re wondering whether or not your blood sugar levels are balanced, keep reading! Do you find yourself craving more sugary or starchy foods? Are you feeling lethargic or experiencing…

Are There Side Effects to Binge Eating or Overeating?

Learn the possible side effects of binge eating and overeating, as well as the first step you can take to break the habit.  Maybe you had a rough day, or you’re simply feeling a little bored, so you reach for some food. Before you know…

How To Build a Balanced Plate

Learn the basic formula you need to build a balanced plate with ease in a sustainable, consistent way to optimize your health and wellness. We start hearing at a very young age that a balanced diet is key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. We even…

How to Use the Mindful Eating Hunger Scale

Have trouble determining what hunger and fullness feel like? Keep reading to learn how to use the Mindful Eating Hunger Scale to determine your hunger cues. It sounds so simple, right? Eat when you’re hungry and stop eating when you’re full. But in reality, this…

What to Eat to Stop Undereating

Are you frequently undereating and looking to kick the habit? Keep reading to learn what to eat so you can stop. Not eating enough food can be the result of a multitude of different factors. Commonly, we see it happen when individuals are feeling stressed,…

How to Use the Mindful Eating Hunger Scale

Have trouble determining what hunger and fullness feel like? Keep reading to learn how to use the Mindful Eating Hunger Scale to determine your hunger cues. It sounds so simple, right? Eat when you’re hungry and stop eating when you’re full. But in reality, this…

What to Eat to Stop Undereating

Are you frequently undereating and looking to kick the habit? Keep reading to learn what to eat so you can stop. Not eating enough food can be the result of a multitude of different factors. Commonly, we see it happen when individuals are feeling stressed,…

The 11 Biggest GLP-1 Myths, Busted by Expert Dietitians

If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you might have seen conflicting claims about GLP-1 weight loss medications. One post says they’ll completely kill your appetite. Another warns about scary side effects. Someone else declares losing weight this way is “cheating.” With all…

Stewed Apples with Warming Spices

A simple recipe to make stewed apples without added sugar and with warming spices. Growing up in a Midwest family, we went all-out for Sunday morning breakfast. It always included my dad’s stewed apples, pancakes, bacon, scrambled eggs with cheese, and muffins. Now I’m bringing…

Why is a Balanced Diet Important?

Eating a balanced diet significantly impacts not only your physical health but also your mental health and relationship with food.  We hear it all the time, right? From friends and health practitioners alike. “Everyone must eat a balanced diet! A balanced diet is the best…