Meeting all your vitamin and mineral needs is vital for feeling your best and fueling your body with what it needs. These vitamins and minerals are essential for growth, repair, and recovery. All things our bodies need to be able to do to thrive – and potassium is no exception. Potassium is an essential mineral, […]

November 1, 2024

Sodium and your sodium intake plays a vital role in the functioning of the human body. It’s found naturally in a variety of foods, such as meat, dairy, poultry, and vegetables. Yet, most of the sodium we consume comes in the form of salt (NaCl). Salt provides flavor, however, for some, sodium may lead to […]

October 15, 2024

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Iron is an essential mineral for the body because it is a crucial component of hemoglobin. This is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. The recommended daily iron intake depends on your age, sex, and other factors, the NIH recommends a daily iron […]

June 5, 2024

Food Peace in Three is commonly referred to as the Rule of Threes. It is a simple guide to eating three meals a day, up to three snacks a day, and about every three hours. The Food Peace in Three offers structure to help maintain consistent eating patterns and ensure a balance of all food […]

June 3, 2024

This post is sponsored by the North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission. This simple recipe will impress your guest- Sweet & Spicy Airfryer Sweetpotato Bites. The recipe promises a perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness, achieving a crispy texture with minimal effort.

February 12, 2024

From budget-friendly berries to time-saving frozen garlic & ginger, explore versatile protein options and hassle-free meal solutions. Make meal prep a breeze with nutritious frozen favorites

February 9, 2024

Emotionally eating is complicated. Everyone experiences emotional eating because it is a safe coping mechanism. When it begins to impact your overall wellbeing, it can pose challenges because eating doesn’t address the root cause of your emotions. Your body naturally craves food for survival, and the act of eating can activate your brain’s reward system, […]

November 10, 2023

Podcasts Some of my favorite podcasts from Anti-Diet/Intuitive Eating Dietitians and Experts Food Heaven Podcast with Wendy Lopez, RDN and Jessica Jones, RDN Body Kindness with Rebecca Stritchfield, RDN Food Psych Podcast with Christy Harrison, MPH, RD, CEDRD Dietitians Unplugged with Aaron Flores and Glenys Oyston Books Some of my favorite books from Anti-Diet/Intuitive Eating […]

October 27, 2023

Milk Milk is a kitchen staple that deserves a permanent place in your fridge. Its versatility is unmatched. It’s often the key ingredient in baked goods like cakes and muffins, and the base for comforting hot cocoa. Milk is a must-have for both nutrients and flavor in your kitchen. Milk is an excellent source of […]

October 27, 2023

You might think that undereating and overeating are two entirely separate issues, but the reality is: they are connected in a cycle known as the The Binge-Restrict Cycle. It’s a paradoxical relationship, where undereating often causes overeating. This can be a distressing pattern that affects both your physical and emotional well-being. Restricting your food intake, […]

October 26, 2023

Back in 2015, one of my preceptors asked me if I had ever heard of Intuitive Eating. I had not. Quite honestly, it wasn’t a message I was quite ready for. I was really deep in my disordered eating and Intuitive Eating wasn’t part of the curriculum. Simply stated, honor our hunger has become complicated, […]

October 16, 2023

Protein is undoubtedly essential for various bodily functions, including tissue repair and hormone production, however, our current health and wellness culture tends to overemphasize the importance of protein. This has convinced us to believe that everything we consume needs to be high-protein. From high-protein ice cream and waffles and everything in between. According to the […]

July 29, 2023

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