Jamie Lee McIntyre RDN

05/21/2026

Thank you for having me Gulf Coast News! It's already hot, so these low- and no- heat meals are on repeat on my kitchen! 🥬🫛🌽

Summer is here! That means we're all looking for quick, easy meals that don't require turning on the oven! Joining us today is registered dietitian Jamie Lee McIntyre, who will show you the simple, nutritious meal ideas you can make in just minutes. STORY LINK IN COMMENTS ⬇️

05/19/2026

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I always say, small swaps can make a big impact 🥤✨ One of my favorite realistic upgrades? Rethinking everyday drinks. As a dietitian (and mom), I’m always looking for options that feel fun while still adding a little more nutrition to the day.

That’s why I love sharing OLIPOP — it delivers that classic soda experience, but with functional ingredients like plant fiber and significantly less sugar than traditional soft drinks. It’s an easy swap that fits into a balanced lifestyle without feeling restrictive.

A simple family-friendly idea: pour OLIPOP over fresh or frozen fruit for a colorful “DIY soda” moment kids can make themselves 🍓🫐 It turns a regular drink into something fun, customizable, and a little more nutrient-forward.

Great flavor, lower sugar, mom-win!

05/18/2026

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“Real food bracket” energy 🏀🥦🥩

When it comes to balanced nutrition, I love showing families that the basics still win. Real, whole foods remain the foundation of satisfying, nutrient-rich meals.

My everyday lineup includes:
✔️ High-quality protein like lean beef
✔️ Fiber-rich whole grains
✔️ Colorful fruits and vegetables

While convenience foods can fit into a balanced lifestyle, whole foods naturally provide key nutrients like protein, iron, zinc, and fiber that support energy, fullness, and overall wellness.

Simple swap idea: upgrade one refined grain this week to a whole grain option like quinoa, brown rice, or whole wheat pasta.

Featured meal: Beef + Kale Bolognese over whole wheat spaghetti 🍝 — a simple, family-friendly dinner built on real food ingredients.

In partnership with Florida Beef Council. All opinions are my own.

05/14/2026

Balanced plates, happy families, and delicious bites for everyone! 🫶🐟✨ I chatted with CT Buzz WTNH to celebrate Mediterranean Diet Month and Celiac Awareness Month with easy, family-friendly ideas featuring Genova Seafood and Gratify Gluten Free snacks. Healthy eating can absolutely be simple, satisfying, and fun! 📺

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — May is full of fresh food trends and simple ways to eat well as we head into summer. Registered nutritionist Jamie Lee McIntyre shares what’s trending right now, fro…

05/14/2026

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Healthy weeknight meals don’t have to be complicated 🍝🌽✨

As a busy dietitian mom, I rely on simple pantry staples like canned vegetables, pasta, quinoa, and olive oil to make balanced meals fast.

One of my favorite strategies is pairing familiar foods with vegetables kids already enjoy — like adding corn to a kale and quinoa salad or mixing canned vegetables into a quick pasta primavera 🙌

It’s an easy way to build variety, reduce food waste, and make home cooking more realistic during the week.

05/11/2026

Current wellness trend I'm loving: “nonnamaxxing” 👵🏼🍅

And as a dietitian and someone who directly benefitted from a Non myself? I actually think this trend gets a lot right about longevity.

Nonnas weren’t chasing wellness trends and using biohacking apps— they were building lifestyles around community, nourishment, and joy.

Research continues to show that lifestyle habits linked to longevity — like eating more plants and whole foods, cooking at home, prioritizing community, regilar movement, and enjoying meals without guilt — are associated with better heart, gut, and mental health. And yes… your bread with olive oil absolutely has a seat at the table. 🫒🍞

My dietitian take on “nonnamaxxing”:
🤍 Emphasizing whole foods will naturally add more protein + fiber to meals instead of obsessing over restriction
🤍 Eating what's in season supports your health and the local community
🤍 Eating slowly allows you to actually taste your food
🤍 Daily movement counts even when it’s not a workout class
🤍 Shared family meals support mental health too and pass down positive role modeling and traditions
🤍 Dessert is part of a balanced life, nonna said so

A lot of longevity habits aren’t flashy. Sometimes they look like soup simmering on the stove, fresh herbs from the garden, Sunday dinner with family, and someone insisting you take leftovers home. 🥹✨

Maybe the healthiest thing we can do is slow down enough to enjoy our food, our life, — and the people around the table.

04/29/2026

In honor of International Dance Day, I'm sharing some inside expert knowledge to help fuel your dancer feel their best 💪🏻 As a dietitian and an Irish dance mom, I’ve learned that competition day is basically a marathon… with sprint intervals and a lot of shoe changes 😅

Between early mornings, long waits, and last-minute call times, fueling your dancer can feel like a guessing game—but it doesn’t have to be.

The key? Consistent carbs, smart snacks, and hydration all day long to support energy, stamina, and focus when it matters most 💚

Because dancers aren’t just performers—they’re athletes. And they deserve to feel strong and confident on stage.

Save this for your next feis ☘️

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04/13/2026

Protein is everywhere right now- coffee, snacks, desserts... you name it!

But clients still aren’t building balanced meals and they're still struggling with hunger and energy.

We’ve reduced protein to a number, instead of asking: what is this meal actually made of?

Because 20g from a shake + a bar isn’t the same as 20g from a meal with whole food protein sources that also deliver iron, zinc, B12, choline and actual staying power.

Same grams. Different outcome. Both can fit but they're not nutritonally interchangeable.

I spoke on this at the FAND Annual Meeting this weekend. Our role as dietitians isn’t just to help clients “eat more protein”… it’s to translate the science into stragedy for meals that are balanced, practical, and actually work in real life! We want clients to move toward:

better protein distribution across the day nutrient-dense, whole food sources
simple, realistic meal-building

Thank you to my colleagues who participated in my case studies this morning and to Florida Beef Council for sponsoring our breakfast!

04/12/2026

Protein is everywhere right now… coffee, snacks, desserts - you name it!

But clients still aren’t building balanced meals and they're still struggling with hunger and energy.

We’ve reduced protein to a number, instead of asking: what is this meal actually made of?

Because 20g from a shake + a bar isn’t the same as 20g from a meal with whole food protein sources that also deliver iron, zinc, B12, choline… and actual staying power.

Same grams. Different outcome. Both can fit but they're not nutritonally interchangeable.

I spoke on this at the FAND Annual Meeting this weekend. Our role as dietitians isn’t just to help clients “eat more protein”… it’s to translate the science into stragedy for meals that are balanced, practical, and actually work in real life! We want clients to move toward:

✔️ better protein distribution across the day
✔️ nutrient-dense, whole food sources
✔️ simple, realistic meal-building

Thank you to my colleagues who participated in my case studies this morning and to Florida Beef Council for sponsoring our breakfast!

04/12/2026

What a fabulous weekend with Florida Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics! 🦩

04/08/2026

🔍 Spotted: Expert insights from yours truly!

Honored to be quoted as a trusted nutrition source in recent online articles. Always here to bring evidence-based guidance to your feed! 🥦📝