Make friends with all carbs but become besties with the nutrient-rich carbs below. Carbs=fuel (energy) We need a variety at each meal in smaller portions. It is recommended you eat a meal every 4-5 hours to replenish energy! Whole grains (cereal, bread, pasta) Beans and Legumes Low-fat Milk Whole Fresh Fruit Non-Starchy Vegetables Good resources to…

Resources: Podcast: How to read a food label Serving Size vs. Portion Size Create your plate 23 Easy Plate Method DinnersBy Dietitian Cindy

Is your New Year’s resolution to shed pounds and eat healthier? Make these goals attainable, and transform your resolutions into realistic changes you can measure. Break big goals into smaller, more specific goals, like “I want to lose ten pounds in four months.” Evaluate your progress every week or two and remember to remain patient; Success doesn…

Epi 46 Show Notes I'm talking my pregnancy and gender reveal! Upcoming shows will cover my pregnancy story and pregnancy health. Follow the conversation on instagram and/or follow #DietitianCindy Thanks for listening and please don't forget to subscribe.

Dietitian Cindy's Show Notes Per SUDIA press release, To learn more about osteoporosis prevention and the "Bone-gevity: Bones Built to Last" campaign, visit http://southeastdairy.org/bone-health/ and follow the conversation using #bonegevity and #bonehealth. Additional Resources for your reading pleasure: National Osteoporosis Foundation: https://w…

Podcast Epi # 44 "Tips for Eating Disorder Recovery" Guest Host: Kaleigh Kessler, RD, LD Transcript: Hi my name is Kaleigh and I’m a dietitian specializing in eating disorder recovery because years ago I suffered with an eating disorder. Today I’m going to share tips with you that I learned during my own recovery. First, remember that you must forg…

Episode # 43: Salt and Sodium | February is National Heart Month Check ingredients list to avoid sneaky sodium. Sodium can be labeled as any of the following: Disodium guanylate (GMP) Disodium inosinate (IMP) Fleur de sel Himalayan pink salt Kosher salt Monosodium glutamate (MSG) Rock salt Salt Sea salt Sodium bicarbonate Sodium nitrate Sodium citr…

Episode 42: Heart Month References: American Heart Association Additional Resources: Blog: www.NewlywedNutrition.com Find links to educational resources for consumers and professionals from CDC and Million Hearts®. Check back here throughout February for more information on heart disease prevention, including a CDC Feature Article and quiz. Heart D…

January 26, 2017 in Mindful Eating Day learn more here. Mindful practices: Approach eating with your health in mind Plan meals ahead of time Sit at the table when eating Before eating take a moment to look over your plate. Notice the color and the smells. When eating slow down and actually let yourself feel the texture and enjoy the taste. Slow dow…

Episode 40 Show Notes Resources for your reading pleasure: Crank up your Metabolism with Weight lifting Crank up your Metabolism by Eating Healthy Huggins Grocery List Recipes Shedding for the Wedding Blog: Newlywed Nutrition

Sleep is essential for good health! Resources: The National Sleep Foundation (NSF)

Did you know...Increasing water consumption could eliminate 68 to 205 calories per day. This could result in 7 to 21 lbs weight loss over one year. Water recommendations: Crank up your Metabolism with Food! Resources: Plain Water Consumption in relation to energy intake & diet quality among US adults, 2005-2015 http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/bi…

Fiber is your friend! The average American does not get enough fiber. Getting adequate fiber in your diet helps with Weight Management Blood Sugar Control Heart Disease Fiber can aid in decreasing risk for Diabetes Increased Risk for Diabetes Heart Disease Overweight/Obesity Resources for your reading pleasure: Fiber Calculator Fiber-Rich Foods Lis…

Frightening Food Facts We have covered cockroach milk and added sugars now let’s jump into my soapbox, food labels. Stop getting pulled into the health halo and start looking closely at the nutrition facts labels on the back of food products. Why? Because the front of the container LIES all day long! “Free” doesn’t mean free when it comes to our fo…

Welcome to Episode Number 34! Frightening Food Fact of the week: Added Sugars. Resources for your reading pleasure: Choose My Plate Heart Association Health.Gov Follow along on Instagram to see how I cut back on added sugars.

Through the end of October I'll be talking "Frightening Food Facts" so don't forget to subscribe. Thank you for listening. You read that right. Cockroach milk could be inline to take the Superfood crown. Resources for your reading pleasure below! --- Sources: Ramaswamy et al - Structure of a heterogeneous, glycosylated, lipid-bound, in vivo-grown p…

Welcome to the show notes! I have added some salt and sodium resources for your reading pleasure. Thanks for listening. My Blog: An Update on Sodium Recommendations American Heart Association Heart Humor cartoons Change your salty ways in 21 days! Heart Mark Check- learn how to navigate the grocery store to find reduced sodium food items. Sodium an…

Snacking can be apart of a healthy diet. We just need to pay attention to type and size of the snack. Come back tomorrow for my quick Snack Guidelines List! ​Follow along on instagram Blogger at Newlywed Nutrition

Family Meal Time Resources: Blog Post: Are People Who Eat at the Table Healthier? EatRight.Org

Disclosure: I did not receive monetary compensation for product promotion. I did receive a free sample but, again, was not compensate to write this post or plug in my podcast. Thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. IBS sucks...end of story but there's hope. A registered dietitian nutritionist can help. To find one in your area visit EatRight.O…

August is Kids Eat Right Month TM Today's 30 second byte is about nutrition needs for your young athlete. Please subscribe:

AUGUST IS KIDS EAT RIGHT MONTH! Articles: Teaching Kids to Cook Toddlers in the Kitchen Teach your kids to cook with this online training course. Kids Cook Real Food worksheet Knife Skills for adults Essential Cooking Tools for Beginners

August is ‘Kids Eat Right’ Month With childhood obesity on the rise, making sure kids eat right and get plenty of exercise is vital. Parents and caregivers can play a big role in children’s nutrition and health, teaching kids about healthy foods, being a good role model and making sure physical activity is incorporated into each day. August, which …

Choose leafy greens of all types and of all colors. Many leafy greens are rich in the following nutrients: Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Folate, B Vitamins, Iron Cooking and Prepping Tip: Do not leave dark greens soaking in water as the water-soluble vitamins (Vitamin C, B Complex Vitamins) will leak out. My Favorite Summer Salad Recipe: Spring Mix Lettuce…

Photo Source: PokemonGo.com Pokémon Go unintentional health hack!? The latest augmented reality app, Pokémon Go was released last week and faithful fans have fully committed to the slogan, "Get Up, Get Out, and Explore!" Pokémon Go player mission: capture as many wild Pokémon as you can, but you have to leave your couch…and your house. Gamers and e…

Water is Winning!Soda...Not so much... Hydrate with water daily for overall good health. Replacing one 12 oz soda with water each day can cut close to 1300 calories a week. If you keep that up you will slowly see about a half a pound weight loss each week which is 26 pounds a year. That small reduction with weight loss SIGNIFICANTLY reduces risk of…

Nothing says "Father’s Day" like grilling outdoors, but protect Dad’s and your family’s health. Be choosy about what you put on the grill. Choose lean cuts of meat or ninety-five percent lean ground beef. Go beyond meat with chicken, fish or shrimp. Grilled vegetables make a delicious Father’s Day side dish. Visit www.Eatright.Org for more! Recipes…

Show your bones some love! Celebrate National Dairy Month by adding protein, phosphorus, potassium and vitamins A and D to your eating plan with dairy. These are essential nutrients that your body desperately needs! Healthy calcium choices should be low-fat or fat-free. Brands worth mentioning: Laughing Cow's Light Gourmet and Cabot's 50% Light Ver…

Welcome to summer all! This 30 second byte is all about keeping you nice and hydrated all summer long. Here in the south I cannot walk to my car without breaking a sweat. Water intake is essential to good health. Water maintains homeostasis in the body and helps transport nutrients to cells and removal and excretion of waste products. Water makes u…

Meal Planning is challenging. Today I share my 3 step process in getting started. Download Free Meal Planning printables here. Thanks for listening. Please, don't forget to subscribe.

It’s like my Christmas time: March is National Nutrition Month. Visit the blog all month long for freebies and give-a-ways.

Good Fat versus Bad Fat! Listen to learn.

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, which is why itis imperative that women learn the warning signs and symptoms of a stroke. Visit GoRedForWomen.Org

Heart Disease is the #1 Killer of Women! Learn the signs and symptoms of a heart attack. Know your risk. Visit www.GoRedforWomen.Org

Are you a women? Then you are at risk for heart disease. Don’t let this often time silent killer sneak up on you. Visit My Life Check to assess your heart health! More info here.

In this episode I’m talking Weight Loss Tips the Experts! Consult with a dietitian. Visit here for more resources. Extended show notes here.

Let’s get real about dieting in2016. Step away from the fad diets andprepare yourself for real results. 2016 is going to be differentand here’s why. You are going to approach itdifferently. Joinme each Friday as I talk #HealthHacks2016

Carbohydrates are the body’s main source of fuel. If we were a car carbs would be our fuel. It’s important to maintain consistent amounts of carbohydrates in the diet for good blood sugar control. For a complete list of carbohydrate rich foods visit www.CindyHuggins.com

There is no such thing as a “Diabetic Diet”. Eating 3 balanced meals a day with snacks, if needed, at consistent times will help control blood sugar and reduce diabetes related complications. Skipping meals is the worst thing you could do for blood sugar control. Continue to follow my episodes through the end of Nov for more meal planning tips. Vis…

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November is American Diabetes Month. Blood sugar control can be achieved without sacrificing your favorite foods! Visit Diabetes.Org or DiabetesForecast.Org for more info.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness. Do yourself and others a favor and learn how to detect breast cancer in its early stages. Visit my blog post to learn more. Thanks for listening!!

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In this episode I recommend foods that are low in sodium to prevent/manage heart disease. Visit my blog for more Nutrition Knowledge. And follow along on FACEBOOK and TWITTER

Slash the salt to prevent heart disease. In this episode I tell you what foods to slash to reduce your sodium intake. Visit my blog for more nutrition knowledge. Follow @DietitianCindy