Chanelle DeGraff - Nutritionist

Chanelle DeGraff - Nutritionist I am passionate about inspiring a wholesome lifestyle through clean eating, spiritual awareness, and conscious parenting. I love to learn, laugh, love and live.

Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, DCN, MS, CNS, LDN

Mom of 7 | Lupus Warrior

Specializing in autoimmune, gut, mood & women’s health

Licensed in MD & IL | Insurance: AZ, CA, CO, CT, NJ, MD, VA
Empowering you to heal & thrive with food. As a wife and mother of seven, including triplet three-year-old boys, I have been managing an autoimmune disease for over 20 years. To heal and nurture my body, I have taken a deep dive into natural food. My success in managing Discoid Lupus through food has motivated me to pursue a doctorate in Clinical Nutrition. My goal is to help others understand the power of food in their everyday health. Through my private practice Captivating Nutrition and Wellness LLC, I specialize in helping clients manage autoimmune conditions, gut health, and perinatal and menopausal nutrition. I am learning to cherish every season of my life, and at the moment, I am enjoying my crazy yet wonderfully blessed life.

03/11/2026

🚶🏾‍♀️One of the most underrated prescriptions? 🚶🏾‍♀️A daily walk.
Walking just 30 minutes a day can lower fasting blood sugar, reduce cortisol, improve insulin sensitivity, and support a healthier gut microbiome. It’s free, accessible, and backed by decades of research.
You don’t need a perfect diet or an intense workout plan to start feeling better — sometimes the most powerful step is literally just a step.
Start with 10 minutes after dinner tonight. Your cells will thank you. 🌿

03/07/2026

Feet up, book open, nervous system exhaling. This is your reminder that rest is a strategy, not a reward. The work will be there when you’re done. Your healing can’t.
As a clinician, I see it every day: chronic stress, skipped meals, and zero white space in the calendar quietly erode metabolic, hormonal, and gut health over time. When we build in moments of intentional stillness, we support blood pressure regulation, cortisol balance, and better digestion—yes, your “doing nothing” time is actually doing something powerful for your body.
Today’s recommendation:
• 30 minutes of uninterrupted stillness
• A cozy corner and a good book
• Zero guilt
If you’ve been running on fumes and want support creating a sustainable, evidence-informed self-care and nutrition plan, my 1:1 nutrition consults are open.
Double tap if your body is asking for more rest, and comment “STILLNESS” if you need help making space for it.

Craving a sweet treat that’s actually nourishing? These Dark Chocolate & Almond Butter Stuffed Dates are your 5-minute s...
03/06/2026

Craving a sweet treat that’s actually nourishing? These Dark Chocolate & Almond Butter Stuffed Dates are your 5-minute solution—packed with fiber for steady energy and heart-healthy fats
Dark chocolate and nut butter stuffed dates are a quick, blood-sugar-friendly way to satisfy a dessert craving while still prioritizing nutrient density. They pair fiber-rich Medjool dates with healthy fats and a touch of antioxidant-packed dark chocolate, which can help slow glucose absorption and support more stable energy.

From a nutrition standpoint, this combo offers several benefits:
- Support for heart and metabolic health from monounsaturated fats and polyphenols in nuts and dark chocolate.
- Gut-supportive fiber from dates, which can promote regularity and healthier cholesterol levels.
- A more balanced treat experience, since the fat, fiber, and a bit of protein help blunt blood sugar spikes compared to conventional sweets.

They’re perfect as a pre- or post-dinner sweet, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a simple way to introduce clients to a more mindful, whole-food approach to dessert

03/05/2026

Every March, many “lose” an hour to daylight saving time — but biologically, it’s more than just a clock change. That lost hour can throw off your sleep, hormones, blood sugar, and mood for days.

The spring time shift is a mini circadian stress test, especially for midlife women or anyone already navigating hormonal changes.

🌞 Here’s how to help your body adapt before the change hits:
- Start bedtime and wake-up 15 minutes earlier each day for 3–4 days before the shift
- Get morning sunlight within 30 minutes of waking
- Move meals earlier, especially breakfast and dinner
- Dim lights and unplug from screens earlier in the evening

These small timing tweaks help your brain, metabolism, and hormones spring forward more smoothly — without the crash.

💬 Do you usually feel the daylight saving shift, or does your body adjust easily? Let me know below 👇

03/04/2026

You’re doing all the ‘big’ things for your health, but still feel tired, foggy, or headache-y by 3 p.m.? 👀 This reel is your reminder not to overlook the basics: hydration. When we match your water and electrolytes to your real life (hello, Arizona heat, workouts, and busy days), energy, digestion, and focus often shift faster than any new supplement.

Tell me in the comments: are you a ‘barely sip all day’ person or ‘always have a water bottle with me’ person? 💧
If you want my simple, evidence-informed hydration checklist, comment HYDRATE and I’ll send it your way.

03/03/2026

Cozy caramelized veggies, two ways.
Roasted sweet potato halves + cabbage wedges with crispy edges, soft centers, and zero added sugar needed.

High-fiber, blood-sugar–steady, and loaded with antioxidant goodness in every bite.
Pin this simple sheet-pan combo for your next busy weeknight and add your favorite protein to make it a complete meal.

On the upside, I officially have my March TBR on lock. 📚✨
03/02/2026

On the upside, I officially have my March TBR on lock. 📚✨

03/02/2026

Creamy, protein-packed baked eggs with cottage cheese – the easiest cozy breakfast you can toss in the oven and forget about. Perfect for slow mornings, busy weekdays, or meal prep brunch vibes.

03/01/2026

4 simple tweaks to improve sleep.

02/28/2026

Running on fumes, bloated, and craving sugar all day? Often it’s not just your willpower—it’s your sleep working against your gut, hormones, and blood sugar. When my sleep went from “optional” to a few simple, consistent habits, everything shifted: calmer digestion, better energy, fewer cravings. Comment “sleep” and I’ll send you my free Sleep Smarter Checklist + 14‑day tracker to help you do the same.

Better sleep starts during the day: morning sunlight, daily movement, stress relief practices, and avoiding late‑day caf...
02/27/2026

Better sleep starts during the day: morning sunlight, daily movement, stress relief practices, and avoiding late‑day caffeine all set the stage for easier nights. Small, consistent shifts in these four habits can translate into deeper, more refreshing sleep over time. For a structured way to put these into action, grab my Sleep Smarter Checklist & Tracker and follow it for the next two weeks— comment zzzz

02/26/2026

Quality sleep is one of the most underrated wellness tools: it supports recovery, stabilizes blood sugar, balances hormones, and sharpens focus and mental clarity. When your sleep improves, it’s often the catalyst for better nutrition, movement, and stress resilience. If you’re ready to make sleep a true health habit, download my Sleep Smarter Checklist & Tracker and use it for the next 14 days—Comment zzzz

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