Nutrition

It's fall, y'all! So, embrace Mother Nature's seasonal offerings by including pomegranates in your fall menu. These nutrient-dense seeds are abundant in health benefits yet provide a tasty twist to...

Eating beans and other legumes do more than just improve your gastrointestinal and cardiovascular health. This mighty plant-based food can also help improve type 2 diabetes management and weight regulation...

Cauliflower is a fantastic vegetable. This cruciferous vegetable is low in carbohydrates and high in vitamin c, folate, and fiber. Due to its low carbohydrate and calorie content, cauliflower is...

If you were around the 90s, you might remember that back then, fat was a big no-no according to the diet industry. A low-fat diet was the trend, and you...

Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States? Yet, about 80 percent of cardiovascular disease cases are preventable, including conditions such as...

Barbecue season is an ideal way to spend time with friends, fire up the grill, and enjoy some much-needed downtime. But, despite their enjoyment, barbecues can also be challenging to...

Protein is an important part of nutrition. Protein helps the body to perform many important functions, such as repairing tissue and building muscle. When you live with type 2 diabetes...

With diabetes, it can be overwhelming to think about eating healthier. That doesn't mean it has to be complicated. With some education and a few basic guidelines, you can gain...

Bananas are an excellent, versatile fruit used in many recipes in many different ways. Bananas are the most consumed fruit in America! However, if you live with diabetes, bananas might...

One of the main reasons people say it's challenging to eat healthily is that it takes too much time to make a wholesome, nutritious meal. This can be especially true...

Let's face it; brunch is a vibe! It's all about celebrating the weekend, spending time with friends, and enjoying all-day breakfast foods. But it can also be an environment that...

Who doesn't enjoy dining out at your favorite spot? I love eating out. My husband and I eat out at least 3 times a week. It seems like the best...

Have you seen the grocery hauls on social media? I have always been curious to see what other people consider staple grocery items in their homes. Although no one in...

If you were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, then at some point, your doctor or registered dietitian likely recommended that you limit or cut out your sugar intake. Although it...

For as long as I can recall, breakfast has been touted as the day's most important meal. However, in America, breakfast is the most commonly skipped meal. Common reasons for...

Living with type 2 diabetes can feel like a full-time job. On top of managing your chronic illness, you might also have a family to take care of, an actual...

I have been involved in health, wellness, and nutrition for a while now and am very in tune with food trends and new food products. One food product that seems...

Have you noticed the price of food going up? The latest Consumer Price Index reveals that it is true–our food prices have risen nearly 7 percent over the past year...

Spring is many people's favorite season, but it can be challenging for those living with type 2 diabetes because of all of the foods associated with this season. There are...

If you have high blood pressure, are retaining fluid, or have been diagnosed with kidney disease, your doctor may have told you to reduce your sodium intake. According to the...