February Health Awareness

• American Heart Month
• AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month
• National Children’s Dental Health Month
• International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month
• African Heritage & Health Week (first week of February)
• Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week (February 7-14)
• Condom Week (week of Valentine’s Day)
• Eating Disorders Awareness and Screening Week (last week of February)
• National "Wear Red” Day for women’s heart health (February 5)
• Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
• World Cancer Day (February 4)
• Give Kids a Smile Day (February 5)
• National Donor Day (February 14)

NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS!!!

Let's talk about New Years Resolutions!!! 

What are yours this year?!  How are you going to make them happen this year?! 

How can we keep those resolutions? 
Let's face it, very few of us actually keep those big goals we makes!! So the first thing in keeping your resolution is to think about what you REALLY want. 

Weight is a HUGE resolution I hear about.  So I'm going to focus there for now.
Do you want to lose 10 lbs? Or gain 10? Or maintain that 20lbs you lost last year?  Or is your real goal to be healthy?  Why do you want that weight loss goal?

The first step for any weight related goal is to assess.   Do you eat well?  Do you know what the best foods for you are? 

The next step is to set goals to reach your end goal. 
What is the first thing you need to do to step towards your goal?  Do you have a support system?  Do you know what to do to lose/gain your first pound?  Start with a realistic goal. 

Next is to make a plan.
Write out your goals.

And finally.  Smash those goals!!

If you feel your resolution goals leave you feeling overwhelmed, call me today.  I want to help you reach every goal you set for yourself and more! 

(816) 803-5742

Do you have a veggie hater?

Many kids hate that dreaded green thing that invades their dinner plate.  Vegetables.  They aren't all green...but they are all "EVIL" if you ask a lot of kids.  So how on Earth do you get your kids to eat those ....well we won't say the word....? 

EGGS!!  If you mix veggies with eggs (dice them small!!!) it won't effect the texture and it's super easy to add that "special touch" kids will love! 

BAKED GOODS!! Zucchini bread and all kinds of muffins can be a great (and sneaky) way to get those veggies in! 

SMOOTHIES!!  Avocados, spinach, or kale in a blender with your kids favorite fruits?! Instant win!

PASTA!! Spaghetti a favorite?  Chop up some zucchini, mushrooms, asparagus, or squash up and sneak it in there!  Or make zoodles or turn to the oh so yummy spaghetti squash and skip the noodles!

Want to read more?! 

https://greatist.com/health/40-unexpected-ways-add-veggies-meal 

Healthy Thanksgiving Recipe (Desserts)

Recipe alert! We all know one of the best parts of Thanksgiving dinner is dessert (besides spending time with your family and loved ones 😉) but they are usually chucked full or sugar and calories! I've found a few different classic holiday recipes that vary in low calories, sugar free and vegan options. Satisfy your sweet tooth this year without the guilt afterwards! 



Triple Apple Pie

Healthy Pumpkin Pie

Zucchini Bread (Vegan Options)

2 Ingredient Fruit Dip

Healthy Thanksgiving Recipe (Green Bean Casserole)

Guys! It's time for another Thanksgiving dish! This one I'm super excited about because it's one of those side dishes that is almost impossible to make healthy. 

But I managed to find a couple recipes for you to try out this year. 

When Thanksgiving rolls around, another very popular dish at the dinner table is green bean casserole. Now we all know that some veggies covered in cream of mushroom soup, topped with breadcrumbs and fried onions isn't good for us. But what if it could be?

"Just 1/2 cup serving of classic canned cream of mushroom soup is overloaded with sodium - nearly 1,000 mg of 36% of the recommended daily value - which has been linked to high blood pressure when consumed in excess." 

And don't forget that most of the good nutrition that we can get from the green beans will be lost in the cooking process. So I've done some serious digging and managed to find a couple recipes that offer and lighter version of this classic holiday dish. Click the links down below to find them and let me know what you think! 

Healthy Green Bean Casserole - EatingWell 

Vegan Green Bean Casserole 

Paleo Green Bean Casserole

Healthy Thanksgiving Recipe (Stuffing)

It's day two of the Healthy Thanksgiving series on my blog! One of my favorite dishes at Thanksgiving dinner is stuffing.  But if you look below, you can see the nutritional facts for traditional Thanksgiving stuffing. Not exactly what you want to be eating if you're trying to stick to your health goals! I've managed to find a couple different recipes that cut down on the carbs and sugars but still look delicious! 


Sausage & Veggie Stuffing

Harvest Stuffing

The next link is going to give you some alternatives to the main ingredient in stuffing - bread. Most breaks contain lots of carbs and sugar. Challenge yourself to make a breadless stuffing! 

Breadless Alternatives

Nutrition Facts

Servings Per Recipe: 5

Serving Size: 1 serving Amount Per Serving

• Calories252.5
• Total Fat5.1 g
• Saturated Fat1.3 g
• Polyunsaturated Fat1.6 g
• Monounsaturated Fat1.5 g
• Cholesterol55.3 mg
• Sodium678.2 mg
• Potassium145.8 mg
• Total Carbohydrate43.0 g
• Dietary Fiber2.6 g
• Sugars3.5 g
• Protein8.2 g

November Health Awareness Month

• National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
• American Diabetes Month
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month
• Diabetic Eye Disease Month
• National Epilepsy Awareness Month
• National Family Caregivers Month
• National Healthy Skin Month
• National Hospice Palliative Care Month
• Lung Cancer Awareness Month
• Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
• Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
• National Stomach Cancer Awareness Month
• Prematurity Awareness Month

Healthy Halloween

Halloween is just a week away! That means lots of candy and sugar for our kids. Don't get me wrong, sweets are okay in moderation but a sugar binge isn't good for anyone. Especially for a kids' little bodies. So I've found some healthy (but fun and cute) alternatives. These are all great for a Halloween party! 🎃🍬


https://www.everydayhealth.com/healthy-halloween-treats-for-kids.aspx#02

https://www.prettymyparty.com/healthy-halloween-snack-ideas/nggallery/image/healthy-halloween-snacks-boo-pops/

Healthy Chipotle Burrito Recipe!

Happy Monday, guys! I hope everyone is having a great morning. Last night, I was craving a burrito bowl from Chipotle so bad. Even though Chipotle is a healthier option in comparison to other places, most of their meals contain lots of sodium and calories. So I did a quick Google search and found an alternative recipe. It even looks like a burrito bowl from Chipotle. Check out the recipe down below. It's what I'll be having for lunch today!


http://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46525/skinny-burrito-bowl-recipe/?visibilityoverride

Recipe Alert!

Here is another recipe perfect for fall. It is a chicken and gnocchi dumpling soup full of protein and veggies and is great for warming you up as it gets colder. It almost looks like a twist on the traditional chicken noodle soup. Yummy! Let me know if you've tried it.

Find the recipe here: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/chicken-gnocchi-dumpling-soup

Re-Blog

Are you having trouble staying motivated during your diet? I've found a post by Woman's Day that I think will help a lot of people. I'll link it below and let me know what you think!

http://www.womansday.com/health-fitness/nutrition/a5776/12-ways-to-stick-to-your-diet-123115/

Friday Fact

As a dietitian, I come across all walks of life with my clients. Between meal planning and educating individuals on what they need, I can confidently say this, THERE IS NO PERFECT DIET FOR EVERYONE. What works for your best friend or even your husband, most likely will not work for you. And that is okay. Every single person is different and what they need will vary. 

Some things will stay consistent in every diet. Drink your water, don't live off of fast food and eat your fruits and veggies. That's about it. A lot of my clients have diet restrictions like lactose intolerance, vegan or vegetarian and food allergies. So again, what may work for one person, might not work for you at all. The perfect diet is what helps you feel better and what shows you the results you are looking for. 

So keep this in mind next time you're looking at the newest diet trend you see circulating on the internet. With the help of a dietitian like myself, you can find the right diet plan for you. 



For more information, visit my website to see how I can help you! 

https://www.nutriquettekc.com/

Autumn Pumpkin Chili Recipe

It's October! That means chilly nights, pumpkin patches and cuddling up next to a bonfire. It also calls for fall time recipes! The first one I'm bringing you is a healthy pumpkin inspired chili. This dish will be perfect for one of those cold nights with friends or family. Plus, it's low in fat, carbs and sugar but high in protein. Yummy! 

Let me know if you have tried this one. 🎃


https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/autumn-pumpkin-chili

October Health Awareness

• National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• National Down Syndrome Awareness Month
• Eye Injury Prevention Month
• Health Literacy Month
• Healthy Lung Month
• Home Eye Safety Month
• National Physical Therapy Month
• Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month
• Spina Bifida Awareness Month (promoted by the Spina Bifida Association)
• Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
• Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• National ADHD Awareness Month

Re-blog

Who knew that something as harmless as eggs or dairy could cause so many problems for some people?! The author Stephanie had been dealing with horrible pain and congestion. All it took was an appointment with her chiropractor to change her life. Read her article below. Does her story sound similar to someone in your life? 

http://nutritionstudies.org/inflammation-was-unbearable-dairy-eggs-had-to-go/

Motivation

So sorry I missed yesterday's Monday Motivation! To make up for it I'm going to add an extra blurb to today's blog. Back on schedule for next week!

Recipe Alert!

Here's a recipe I found for a delicious sounding smoothie! Let me know if you've tried it!


https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Metabolism-Boosting-Smoothie-Recipe-29547076

Friday Q&A

Hi, everyone! I'm going to be hosting a question & answer session over on my Facebook today! Ask me any questions you have regarding your diet, nutrition, health etc., The session will be open until 3 PM today. See you there! 

https://www.facebook.com/nutriquette4u/

Re-Post

https://familydoctor.org/nutrition-tips-for-improving-your-health/

Monday Motivation