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Lentils make such a terrific substitute for ground meat! This lentil chili did not disappoint! I’m always looking for innovative ways to increase plant proteins like lentils, beans and tofu. I make lentil sloppy joes and lentil spaghetti sauce often. And I toss beans into…
Should you exercise for weight loss? I was disheartened when a young woman told me she was going for a run to undo the sins of overindulgence the night before. Too many desserts and too much partying meant she had to sweat away those extra…
Diabetes-friendly recipes should be loaded with health-shielding ingredients that protect the body without jacking up blood sugar levels. And, of course, the dish should taste fantastic. You’ll love this diabetes recipe round up during National Diabetes Month and every month! Thanks to colleagues and others…
Oh yum! Healthy desserts are my thing. I think you’ll like this mixed berry frozen yogurt for it’s taste, nutrition and simplicity. You probably already know that I’m a big fan of desserts with benefits. I love sweets. I really, really love healthy desserts. And…
I’m not much of a New Year’s resolution kind of gal. Instead I’m more of a New Year’s reflector. I prefer to reflect on what I’m doing well and what I can do better. Then I set some goals, usually to get healthier, but sometimes surrounding…
Can you eat too much meat? Yes! As critical as protein is and as delicious as meat is, eating too much meat can cause surprising health problems. Sometimes, you just don’t know what’s safe to eat, do you? Eat this. Don’t eat that. Eat this…
It’s National Diabetes Month! Here are some tips to make diabetes meal planning less daunting. As part of my series to feature people important to the diabetes community, I interviewed certified diabetes educator and registered dietitian Hope Warshaw, author of Diabetes Meal Planning Made Easy. Jill: You’ve…
Does caffeine burn fat? What about spicy hot peppers or ice-cold water? Learn if these and other “metabolism boosters” are worth your time and effort. I’ve seen the headlines. Best Metabolism Boosters to Shed Pounds Fast Lose Weight with Coffee and Jalapenos Rev Your Metabolism…
Here are 7 resistant starch benefits, a list of foods that have it, and a delicious resistant starch recipe your family will love. What if I told you there’s one type of starch you need more of? Resistant starch doesn’t contribute to your blood sugar…
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…
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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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