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Easy Last Minute 4th of July Cookout Recipes

Easy Last Minute 4th of July Cookout Recipes

This collection of Easy Last Minute 4th of July Cookout Recipes is straight from some of my favorite dietitians and perfect for that scenario we’ve all encountered… maybe your plans change last minute, or you just simply forgot to grab what you needed at the store… but you suddenly find yourself needing to think of SOMETHING to bring to the 4th of July party you’re going to. And if you’re like me sometimes, you don’t remember until the day of, or the day before. These Easy Last Minute 4th of July Cookout Recipes are perfect for this situation. Simple ingredients that you may already have on hand or can easily grab at the store and have minimal prep time.

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Why you should be eating walnuts at lunch everyday…

Why you should be eating walnuts at lunch everyday…

Did you know that only 49% of people actually take a true lunch break each day? In this post, I’ll cover some things to consider about your lunchtime routine, and why you should be eating walnuts at lunch everyday.

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Are carbs bad for you?

Are carbs bad for you?

Carbs, carbs, carbs. There’s a reason they’re so comforting. Did you know they are your brains PREFERRED source of fuel? So, if you want me to cut to the chase and just answer that one big question, “Are carbs bad for you?” the answer is most definitely…

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How much protein do you actually need?

How much protein do you actually need?

So, how much protein do you actually need? What are the best types? Plant based or animal protein? And so on… It’s probably the most talked about nutrition topic or nutrient across all media platforms, yet the one that leaves the most questions in consumer minds.

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DIY Holiday gifts in a jar: Protein balls and energy bites

DIY Holiday gifts in a jar: Protein balls and energy bites

You’ve probably already heard that no-bake protein balls & energy bites are the cool new “cookies” that Santa’s Elves are rolling. So when it comes to DIY gifting, if you’re like me and love the idea, but sometimes miss the mark a tad (think: pinterest fail, lol), these DIY Christmas Jars are a simple and foolproof way to avoid the land of misfit gifts. Plus, they’re delicious & healthy, so whether it’s a hostess gift or a teacher gift, or any other type of gift for that matter, these DIY mason jars are perfect! 

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3 Diabetes-Friendly Holiday Recipes

3 Diabetes-Friendly Holiday Recipes

The holiday season can be an uncertain time for people living with diabetes. As someone with type 1 diabetes, I know the struggles of navigating parties, family dinners, and other holiday events. And when it comes to cooking for others, it can feel next to impossible trying to balance what is diabetes-friendly with what is easy to cook and tastes delicious

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