Hey there, Mamas! Hopefully Halloween wasn’t too scary for your waistline – or your health! November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Diet plays a huge role in the management of all types of diabetes. A healthy diet (and weight) throughout
When “Kid-Friendly” Food Might Not Be
Hi there, Mamas! Â As L is getting older, my husband and I have been more apt to order her own meal when we eat out, instead of just having her pick off our plates. Â This is fine in theory, but
Make Way for Mediterranean Diet Month!
Hey there, Mamas!  With summer fast approaching, it’s a great time to think about our heart health. Since many of us are more active during the warmer months, our heart is working the hardest it does all year. So, how
You’ve Got Gall – The 4 F’s of Gallbladder Disease
Hi there, Mamas! Â Today we’ll talk about something that can affects millions, and we’re already at higher risk than our Daddy counterparts. Â Our gallbladder is a tiny organ that stores and releases bile. Â Bile helps our bodies to absorb dietary
NNM Focus 3 { Exercise }
Hi there, Mamas!  We’ll wrap up National Nutrition Month with the Academy’s final focus: Exercise. Exercise can have such an impact on your quality of life!  Let’s break down exactly what exercise does for us.  Promotes a Healthy Weight.  This is
When It Pays to Buy Organic
Hi there, Mamas! Â To continue with National Nutrition Month and Informed Food Choices, here’s a little info on organic produce: when to buy and when to skip. The Basics: An organic item has been produced through approved methods that integrate
NNM Focus 1 { Calories }
Hi there, Mamas! Â Last week, we talked about National Nutrition Month and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetic‘s focus points for this year. Â The first one was “fewer calories”. The more I thought about it, the less of a fan
Something Seems Fishy | Eating Fish During Pregnancy
Choosing healthy seafood when you’re pregnant can be challenging. RDN Mama is here to break it down for you, once and for all. The Good: Not only is seafood a great source of lean protein, iron, and zinc, but an