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Diets 101: Intermittent Fasting

There are so many diets out there and it’s often hard to find good information about whether or not these diets are worth trying. You’ve likely heard of intermittent fasting (IF) and wonder if it’s a good option. Today I’ll discuss what it is and the research behind it to help you make an informed decision about whether or not it’s a good plan for you and your health goals.

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Gestational Diabetes: What to Do About a High Fasting Blood Sugar

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is diabetes that develops in pregnancy. It can often be managed with lifestyle changes such as increasing exercise and eating fewer carbohydrates. For more information about what gestational diabetes is, check out one of my previous blog posts. Today I’m going to focus specifically on how to lower morning blood sugar levels with lifestyle changes.

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Flour Power: Millet Flour

Welcome back for another post in my Flour Power series! There are so many alternatives to traditional wheat flour these days. Many of them, including millet flour, are naturally gluten-free so they are great for those with Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. Today I’ll share what millet flour is, why it’s a healthy option for baking, and list the various ways it can be used.

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Better Butters: Walnut Butter

It’s time for another recipe in my Better Butters Series! Walnuts are a nutrient-packed option when choosing nut butter, but unfortunately, store-bought varieties can be expensive. That’s why I like to make my own walnut butter! Today’s post is all about the health benefits of walnuts and I'll share a simple recipe for making your own walnut butter at home.

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6 Easy & Healthy Protein-Packed Snacks

Finding a snack that is filling, healthy, and delicious can be a challenge. Often snacks of chips, crackers, or fruit leave us feeling hungry soon after eating. What is missing from these snacks, you ask? Protein! Ensuring you have protein in your snacks will keep you full longer and help you eat less of foods like chips or crackers, which of course taste delicious, but aren’t as healthy.

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Delicata Squash Taco Recipe

I love tacos and would probably eat them every day if I could. Tacos are quick and easy to throw together and they are so delicious. Similar to my sweet potato nacho recipe, today’s recipe is a healthy version of tacos. Tacos can be packed with lots of salt and fat, but did you know that you can use winter squash, such as delicata squash, as a taco filling instead of meat? Keep reading for my delicata squash taco recipe!

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