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Inside: You want to know what is the best nut? Good news. You’ll like my answer. Which nut is your favorite? I adore walnuts in my oatmeal and muesli. Chocolate-covered almonds are one of my go-to desserts. Have you tried Wonderful Salt and Vinegar Pistachios?…
What’s a good food for prediabetes, or what’s a good prediabetes diet? These are pretty common questions. And very often my clients are surprised that carbs aren’t off limits in a prediabetes diet. There’s a lot of wholesomeness in foods with carbohydrates. Fruits, vegetables,…
Chocolate is one of my three favorite foods. (FYI, the others are peanut butter and dark-roasted black coffee. And, oh boy, are these three delights even more delightful together!) My clients and friends often ask me if chocolate is healthy. I sure want it to be….
Is coconut oil good for your health, or does it wear an undeserved health halo? These 3 things will help you decide what to do with the coconut oil in your pantry. Every morning after waking up in her college dorm, my new client added…
This simple Barramundi recipe will have family or company raving and asking for more! Here’s an update about this healthy fish recipe: I’m very excited to say that the Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics along with the Governor’s office selected this recipe as a…
This veggie-powered pasta sauce with lentils is a healthy and easy recipe that is full of plant protein & fiber Spaghetti and meat sauce has been a favorite in my house since my girls were old enough to eat solid food. Over the years, we’ve all…
Eat More Heart-Healthy Fish If you’re not already eating fish at least a couple times each week, it’s time to start now. Why? Check out this list of reasons that fish – particularly fish rich in omega-3 fats – is heart-healthy. Reduces the risk of…
This healthy fish recipe is baked in the oven, and topped with a flavorful lemon mustard caper sauce. A simple yet impressive dinner for any weeknight dinner.Are you intimidated by fish? So many of my clients enjoy fish but don’t know how to prepare a…
Dark chocolate-dipped apricots are perfect for American Heart Month! Actually, I figure that dark chocolate is perfect for pretty much everyday. Most people who know me well know that dark chocolate is among my very favorite foods. Why Do I Love Dark Chocolate-Dipped Apricots? These…
Don’t resist resistant starch! It’s a good-for-you carbohydrate that’s worth seeking out. Resistant starches are a type of carbohydrate. More specifically, they are a type of fiber. As their name implies, they resist digestion in the small intestine. Because they are neither digested nor absorbed, they…
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Hi there! I'm Jill, a nutrition & diabetes expert and the author of 4 books.
I believe simple changes in health habits can bring you life-changing rewards.
And I believe willpower is way overrated.
Right here is where you can discover the mindset and habits to stick with healthy lifestyle choices most of the time - and drop the guilt when you don't.
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