Top 5 Tips to Manage Your Blood Sugar

Top 5 Tips to Manage Your Blood Sugar

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April 29, 2023 Did you know there is a scientific cause for cravings? Cravings often appear after you experience a big spike in blood sugar followed by a dramatic drop in blood sugar or a “crash.” You may feel frequent hunger pains,…

Are You Ready to Learn Your A1C?

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April 15, 2023 Hemoglobin A1C is a simple blood test that tells your average blood sugar level over the last 2 to 3 months. All adults should consider having their hemoglobin A1C tested periodically as recommended by their physician. An A1C screening…

Let’s Breakdown Carbohydrates with Help from an Expert

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April 8, 2023 Carbs can get a bad rap, but they are not the enemy! Nutrient dense carbs are a great component of a balanced diet. Carbohydrates, also known as sugar, offer an immediate source of energy for your body. They provide…

EGG-stra Fun Easter Basket Inspiration That’s Dietitian-Approved

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April 1, 2023 Easter brings baskets full of jelly beans, marshmallow chicks, life-size chocolate bunnies and peanut butter eggs. But ponder this sugar shocking fact: Your child’s Easter basket likely contains over a month’s worth of sugar. Whoa! However, you don’t need…

Meals in Minutes – Seafood Edition!

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March 18, 2023 It is hard to believe spring is right around the corner, and Lent is here! For people who celebrate Lent, this may mean not eating meat on Fridays during Lent. Think of this as a great opportunity to add…

It’s Time to Get the Scoop on Seeds

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March 11, 2023 You may have heard of omega-3 fatty acids, but are you getting enough of them in your diet? Hy-Vee dietitians have a simple solution for incorporating more omega-3 fatty acids into your diet – seeds! Seeds such as chia,…

Foods that Fight High Cholesterol

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January 28, 2023 Do you know your numbers? When it comes to your heart health, it’s important to know your cholesterol numbers to manage your risk of heart disease and stroke. With knowledge comes power – allowing you to make dietary and…

Veganuary – Navigate a Vegan Diet with Help from Your Hy-Vee Dietitian

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January 21, 2023 You may be wanting to go 100% vegan, or simply include more plants in your diet, or improve your personal and environmental health without sacrificing great taste. The plant-based eating trend isn’t happening only in big cities in coastal…

Indulge this New Year with Dietitian-Approved Desserts

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January 14, 2023 Is there a way to have your cake and eat it too this New Year? You may be surprised to hear a dietitian encourage the practice of planning for and enjoying dessert – especially while working toward New Year’s…

Reinvent Your Thanksgiving Leftovers

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November 26, 2022 Traditional Thanksgiving feasts often come with a cornucopia of leftovers. Put those holiday dinner remnants to good use by reinventing them into delicious new recipes. There are endless creative spins for repurposing Thanksgiving staples into various versions of sandwiches,…