Nutrition for Daily Living

08/10/2025

It’s been an incredible experience connecting with experts, learning about the latest advancements in diabetes care, and gaining valuable insights to help make a difference.

08/08/2025

We are moved and ready to see clients at our new location! Visit www.nutritionfordailyliving.com to learn more about my services.

06/11/2025

Check out my latest article for Diabetes Education Services about uncovering why through self-effiicacy.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1309393077859481&id=100063664044826&mibextid=wwXIfr

Helping People Find Their “Why” Through Self-Efficacy
By: Christine Craig, MS, RD, CDCES

As a diabetes education specialist, one of the most powerful tools I’ve found in supporting lasting lifestyle change is helping individuals uncover their personal “why”, the deeper reason they want to improve or maintain their health.

Whether its avoiding complications experienced by their family members, staying active to travel the world, or simply feeling better day-to-day, connecting behavior change to meaningful personal values gives purpose to the daily decisions that diabetes management demands. This internal purpose often drives more sustainable outcomes than external pressures or goals set by others.

👇Click the link below to read more of Christine's article
https://diabetesed.net/helping-people-find-their-why/

05/31/2025

📣 Type 1 Diabetes? Working to manage frequent lows?

You may be eligible to join a research study testing a new oral medication aimed at reducing low blood sugars. Learn more and see if you qualify 👉 https://diatribe.org/diabetes-medications/join-trial-testing-new-oral-medication-type-1-diabetes

💬 And remember—nutrition and lifestyle strategies can make a big difference too. Let’s talk about how to better support your blood sugar balance! Reach out if you’d like to explore options together. 💙

diaTribe is a non-profit organization providing free cutting-edge diabetes management tips from diet and exercise, to ways to avoid diabetes complications.

05/14/2025

🧠 Dementia Risk: What You Can Control 🧠
New Insights: 45% of Dementia Cases May Be Preventable
The 2024 Lancet Commission update identifies 14 modifiable risk factors — and tackling them can significantly reduce your risk of developing dementia.

Risk Factors are modifiable at all stages. Here is what you can do TODAY:
📚 Early Life
— Stay in school and support education for all kids

🧑‍⚕️ Midlife (45-65 years)
— Manage blood pressure and cholesterol
— Protect your hearing (use ear protection + treat hearing loss!)
— Prevent and manage diabetes and obesity
— Reduce excessive alcohol intake
— Protect against head injuries (wear those helmets!)

👵 Later Life (65+)
— Stay active (body + mind)
— Quit smoking 🚭
— Treat depression
— Stay socially connected
— Get regular eye exams and correct vision problems
— Limit exposure to air pollution

🌎 Small changes = big difference. Protect brain health across the lifespan.

📚 Source: Lancet Commission 2024
🔗 Read more: thelancet.com/commissions/dementia-prevention-intervention-care

05/08/2025

Love seeing these results and hearing the about my client's journeys. If you looking for support or wanting to learn more about your personalized nutrition and diabetes education needs have your provider fax a referral to my clinic! Fax line is: 5302678313.

05/03/2025

Its May and we are celebrating our 1st anniversary of Nutrition for Daily Living adding insurance-based billing! We set out in 2024 to meet our mission of improving access to evidenced-based and compassionate nutrition and diabetes education! We are in network with Medicare, Blue Cross, Blue Shield of CA and have added Partnership!

04/23/2025

🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌱
Let’s celebrate the planet by choosing foods that nourish both our bodies and the Earth.
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🥦 Eat more plants – Plant-based meals use fewer resources and reduce your carbon footprint.
🍎 Choose seasonal & local – Support your local farmers and reduce transportation emissions.
♻️ Reduce food waste – Plan meals, store food properly, and compost scraps.
🌾 Sustainable swaps – Try whole grains, legumes, and nuts instead of processed options.
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Eating for a healthier planet can also support a healthier YOU. Every bite matters. 💚
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✨ What’s your favorite Earth-friendly meal? Drop it below! 🌱👇
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04/18/2025

That’s a wrap- great day presenting for ! We covered the MNT Standards of Care Updates and foundational topics on nutrition and diabetes management!

03/03/2025

🌿 March is National Nutrition Month! 🌿

Did you know that food insecurity—lack of consistent access to nutritious food—can lead to higher rates of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure?

When people don’t have enough food or rely on low-nutrient, processed options, they are more likely to experience these chronic conditions.

Access to nutritious food is a key part of disease prevention! Support nutrition programs and food banks which provide vital resources for individuals in need.

Nutrition For Daily Living will be donating to the following organizations in honor of National Nutrition Month and will continue to advocate in support of nutrition programs serving those in need.
https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank/
https://530foodrescue.org/

🍎 Let’s work together to nourish our communities!

02/19/2025

Am honored to participate with in the upcoming Virtual DiabetesEd Training Conference. We will be covering the essentials to get you ready for the CDCES or BC-ADM exams. To learn more or sign up visit: https://lnkd.in/e8NHmhry

02/08/2025

🚨 Proposed Changes to Food Labeling – What You Need to Know! 🚨

Are updates coming to food labels? The aim is to make it easier for people to make informed choices about their health. How will these changes impact individuals with diabetes? What should we be looking out for and what may be unintended consequences?

I break it all down in my latest article—covering the potential benefits, concerns, and what this means for both consumers and healthcare professionals. Check it out here: ⬇️

🔗 https://diabetesed.net/proposed-food-labeling-policy/

What are your thoughts on these proposed updates? Share in the comments! ⬇️

-Christine Craig, MS, RD, CDCES Clarifying “Healthy” on Food Labels To address nutrition’s role in chronic disease, the FDA proposes a bold new front-of-package nutrition labeling law aimed at helping … Continue reading Bold Front-of-Food Labeling Proposal →