Blood Sugar Basics
…when we eat a meal or snack packed with simple sugars or refined carbohydrates. Our bodies try to “catch up” with that big sugar rush by releasing a bit too…
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A Sneak Peek at 2026 Nutrition Trends
…present in their products. These include protein bars, snack foods, and vegetarian protein powders (dairy-based powders are generally devoid of fiber). GLP-1 Medications Impacting Products and Priorities Appetite-reducing glucagon-like peptide-1…
These are a few of my favorite things…
…daughters who are physically active and even though I know that nature’s best snacks are fruits and vegetables (2 & 3 star foods!), sometimes we choose to have crackers and…
Greek Yogurt
I couldn’t live without yogurt. It’s my go-to breakfast and snack, convenient protein source, and low-fat lunch. I add it to a cake batter to moisten it, add it to…
Guiding Stars’ Top 10 Easy “Star” Picks
…10. Snacks – nuts are 3 star foods! Snack on them in small portions. Which top 10 will you try the next time you are at the market? What are…
Out With the Cold, In With the New!
…we decide we deserve a quick snack after our long hours of hitting the books and before heading to the wellness center to work out. We find that a mix…
The Heat is On
…weather tries to break you down). Start with small, frequent meals and hydration—especially for small children, pregnant women, seniors and anyone else that is more vulnerable to hot summer conditions….
Nuts About Berries
…a handful for a sweet snack, mixed into low-fat Greek yogurt, blended into a smoothie or added on top of cereal or oatmeal. Berries are low in calories, high in…