Learn how to apply the 80/20 rule to your lifestyle…
Which Health Foods Deserve the Hype? Our Dietitian Weighs In…
By Melinda Maryniuk, MEd, RD, CDCES Walking down the aisles of a supermarket can feel overwhelming. Shelves are bursting with an ever-increasing array of products. Advertisements and food packages make all sorts of claims about their health benefits. Some foods almost seem to glow with halo-like properties. But how does one know if something really…
Caffeine and Health: Just The Facts
Is caffeine addictive? Does it affect blood glucose? Can it help with weight loss?
The Microbiome – How Does it Affect Diabetes + Health?
By Melinda Maryniuk, MEd, RD, CDCES There is a lot of attention being paid to the microbiome – the trillions of bacteria, viruses, and fungi that live in our bodies– and the link between health and disease. While this is a new area of research, and there’s still much to learn, we do know that…
Simple Food Swaps for Better Health
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By Melinda Maryniuk, MEd, RD, CDCES As a dietitian, I am often asked, “What’s the best __ (bread, crackers, cereal…) for me to eat?” While there is no “best” option, we want to offer you some “good-for-you” selections, and share some tips on how you can judge different foods for yourself. As a general rule…
Alcohol: Finding the Right Balance for Your Health
By Melinda Maryniuk, MEd, RD, CDCES Alcohol in moderation can be a part of a healthy meal plan, even for people who have diabetes or are trying to reach a healthier weight. However, drinking “in moderation” can sometimes be a challenge – and it can also impair sleep, thinking, judgment, and overall health. More people…
Overeating? Try These Five Tips!
By Melinda Maryniuk, MEd, RD, CDCES We eat to give our bodies the energy, calories, and nutrients they need. We eat to maintain and improve our health. We eat because we’re hungry. But for most of us, there are many other reasons we eat… We eat because it is enjoyable and social. We eat as…
Plant-Based Protein Sources
By Melinda Maryniuk, MEd, RD, CDCES Did you know there are many great sources of protein that come from plants? Meats, fish, poultry, eggs & dairy foods (milk, yogurt, and cheese) generally have the highest sources of protein per serving. However, with little planning, you can get plenty of protein from plant foods! Plant-based proteins…
