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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!

November 27, 2018 No Comments

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

November 20, 2018 No Comments

9 Easy High Protein On-the-Go Breakfast Ideas

Now that Fall is in full swing, most people are back into a good routine and no more lazy summer mornings. It’s more important than any other time of year (hello, flu season!) to have easy high protein on-the-go breakfast ideas.

September 18, 2018 No Comments

Cold pumpkin recipes for warmer weather

Cold Pumpkin Recipes For Warmer Weather

It’s the middle of September, the kids are back in school, and while fall is supposed to be just around the corner, if you live in the South like I do, you won’t be seeing those fall-like temperatures anytime soon. So, if you’re also like me and want to enjoy all thing pumpkin this time of year, keep reading for tons of cold pumpkin recipes for warmer weather.

September 16, 2018 No Comments

7 things you should buy at the grocery store that aren’t food

What’s on your weekly grocery list? Ever wondered what things you should buy at the grocery store that aren’t food? If you’re only buying food at the grocery store, then you may be missing out on some great deals…

September 9, 2018 No Comments

5 After School Snacks that Won’t Ruin Dinner

5 After School Snack Ideas that Won’t Ruin Dinner

It’s the middle of August, and kids have already started heading back to school in certain parts of the country. (My oldest started yesterday!) The first day of school can bring a flood of emotions and potentially stress, but it also brings a return to some semblance of “normalcy” for a lot of families… though, I don’t think anything’s ever quite “normal” when it comes to life with kids, but anyways…

August 16, 2018 No Comments

10 Low Sugar Lunchbox Staples

Ready or not, school is just around the corner! Hard to believe right?! Do you know what you’re going to pack for your kids for lunch on that first day? Ya, I don’t either, it’s ok. But, one thing I do know is that loading my kids up with sugar at lunchtime is a sure fire way to make sure they’re exhausted and unable to focus in the afternoon. So, here are my Top 10 Low Sugar Lunchbox Staples:

August 11, 2018 No Comments

pumpkin spice roasted cashew butter with measurement of pumpkin spice on counter

A Diabetic Dietitian’s Grocery List

Raise your hand if you like grocery shopping… anyone? Yes? No? I’m one of those rare people that LOVES roaming the aisles of the grocery store. And even if I forget my list, I usually can do a pretty good job of remembering what I came for. See what’s on a diabetic dietitian’s grocery list…

August 4, 2018 1 Comment