Newly Diagnosed? How to Be Prepared for Whatever the Day May Bring!So many things have changed with your new diagnosis it can feel overwhelming. Not only did you have to learn to check your blood sugar level, and repeat it multiple...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
So You Want To Have a Baby?Whether it is something you have been considering for a long time, or are just starting to think about, making the decision to have a baby is a momentous occasion!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
It’s Snack Time!As a dietitian, I am always asked for recommendations on healthy snack ideas. Snack time is a very important (and frequent!) event in my home so trust me when I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Shrimp + Veggie Stir FryWhen you are in the mood for some Asian cuisine, all you need are some fresh veggies, shrimp and seasonings to make a quick, healthy and delicious meal! I love...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Omega-3, Omega-6 and Omega-9 Fatty AcidsMost likely you have heard about omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6 fatty acids and their advantage to our overall health when found readily in the diet. The Washington Post recently...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fueling For Exercise With Type 2 DiabetesA new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes can be intimidating. With new medications, possible insulin, and diet change recommendations, it can feel overwhelming. Your physician will also suggest an exercise...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Should You Be Eating A “Whole Foods” Diet?Over the last few years, the term “whole foods” has become very mainstream. Not only is the large chain supermarket wildly popular, so much so that they are expanding throughout...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Danger in Skipping Meals with DiabetesWeight Loss Food Prep Tricks for Busy ParentsWe’ve all been there. The alarm didn’t go off so now we are rushing out the door without breakfast. Work is too busy...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Quick Rotisserie Chicken ChiliAll of my favorite grocery stores carry pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. It is a great option for a healthy, protein-filled meal. This is one of my family’s favorite dinners, especially in...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Upping Your Exercise During the WinterI do not know about where you live, but over here in Michigan, working out during the winter months can get a little tricky. As a mom to three kids...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
“Good Carbs” vs “Bad Carbs”I see this terminology all the time and to be honest, I hate it. I am a firm believer that all foods can be part of a healthy diet. So...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
New Year’s Resolutions: How To Make Them Stick!This is THE year. This is YOUR time. You have decided that 2018 will be the New Year when you do not break that resolution. You have had goals for...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Benefits of Meal PlanningI have always been more of a planner than a “fly by the seat of my pants” kind of girl. But when my husband and I welcomed our third child...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Natural Sugar Options and DiabetesThere are so many different options for sugar on the shelves today it is hard to know which is the best choice. Many say they are natural, or plant-derived, but...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Specialty Coffee Drinks and DiabetesIt seems like everywhere you look these days there are billboards, advertisements and commercials for fancy coffee drinks. From grocery stores to malls there are lovely pictures incorporating whipped cream...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
