Are you looking for a colorful summer side dish that’s great to bring to a gathering or pair with your favorite meal for dinner? This corn and bean salad (adapted from this Wegmans recipe) may be right up your alley. It’s extremely colorful, a good source of fiber for a ½ cup serving, as well as cold and refreshing for enjoying over the warmer months! Ingredients: 1 cup frozen sweet corn or about 1 cob of fresh corn 1/4 cup white sugar 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 3/8 cup avoc

Feelings after a holiday weekend can bring a wave of guilt or anxiety about what was eaten, how much, and how it “adds up.” Even if you tried to enjoy yourself in the moment, you may now be feeling overwhelmed by unhelpful thoughts or stuck in a cycle of self-criticism. Let’s explore some ways to reframe common cognitive distortions and move forward with more self-compassion and grace. 1. “I ate so much—I ruined everything.” Reframe: One weekend doesn’t have the ability to

If you’ve seen on social media about Starbucks working on a protein cold foam and thought “wow I never have to eat breakfast again!”, I’d encourage you to rethink that! While it may be useful for some individuals to be able to get extra protein in their diet with their coffee beverages, many people already consume adequate protein but other nutrients such as carbohydrates or fiber may be lacking. Additionally, to ensure our eating experiences are filling and satiating and our

If you’re on social media in any capacity, you’ve likely seen the trend of “snackle boxes” (like a tackle box but full of your favorite snacks). These are a great idea to keep your favs handy, whether you prepare it more nonperishable for on the go noshing or these containers can be prepped ahead of time and kept in the fridge for easy options during the week! All you need to get started is a divided container; you can get these anywhere, try searching for a container with di

Welcome back to another installment of summer reading recommendations! For more ideas, refer back to this post from 2024 and see if you missed any that might’ve come out in years prior. Intuitive Eating for Diabetes: The No Shame, No Blame, Non-Diet Approach to Managing Your Blood Sugar by Janice Dada The Latina Anti-Diet: A Dietitian's Guide to Authentic Health that Celebrates Culture and Full-Flavor Living by Dalina Soto The Intuitive Eating Workbook (second edition, which

Recovery from an eating disorder (ED) is not linear and it’s a daily practice! Especially this time of year with many individuals facing stressful ends to their semesters, going into warmer weather months or just that it’s hard work, one of the most important and often misunderstood parts of ED recovery is relapse prevention. It's not just about avoiding old behaviors - it's about building a life that supports your physical, emotional, and mental well-being long-term. Slips m

Did you know April is National Stress Awareness Month? Stress can be detrimental to our overall health and wellbeing, but many people struggle with stress management. Finding healthy, positive coping strategies to deal with stress can be very important. If this feels like it pertains to you, here are some ways to help mitigate stress: Journal Deep breathing exercises Talk/spend time with a loved one - partner, friend, family member or a pet If it feels helpful to you persona

As the seasons change and the weather gets warmer, this can be a great time to explore some different snack ideas. Especially things that are cold in temperature, as these might feel more satisfying; think a refreshing snack on a warm, sunny day! Some common cold snacks include: smoothies, milkshakes, ice cream, raw fruit or veggies, and yogurt. However, if you want to get a bit more creative with some snack options, here are some ideas: Shrimp cocktail with cocktail sauce C

It’s officially Spring! Utilizing seasonal produce can be a great way to bring in variety with our nutrition, try out new things, and overall lean into what can typically be more affordable and accessible options. For more on Spring produce and utilizing seasonal options in general, please refer to this original post on the blog (In Season Spring Produce), which is where this list originated from as below and inspiration for the meal and snack options shared here today! Produ

If you are a Trader Joe’s shopper, when you go, you probably find it exciting to check out all of the new items! Sometimes it can feel overwhelming with what to pair with what and how to make meal/snack ideas from these items. If looking for more inspiration, here is a previous post: Trader Joes Snacks! Chicken Chile Verde Burrito or Beef, Bean & Cheese Burrito - either of these would be a great grab and go meal idea! If you are wanting to pair it with anything additional, yo