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04/17/2026

🌿 Fibermaxing Trend: Smart… but not always simple

Everyone is talking about fibermaxing for gut health, weight loss, and better digestion.
But here’s what most people miss 👇�Fiber isn’t just about adding more—it’s about how much, how fast, and what type.

🥣 Real-Life Fibermaxxed Bowl (~21–22 g fiber)
�A powerful bowl—but potentially a lot in one sitting if your gut isn’t used to it:

• ½ cup oat bran = 9 g�• 1 Tbsp chia seeds = 5 g�• 2 tsp ground flax = 2 g�• 2 Tbsp shredded coconut = 2.5 g�• 1 Tbsp almonds = 1.6 g�• 2 Tbsp pumpkin seeds = 2 g

👉 Total: ~21–22 g fiber in one bowl
That’s close to a full day’s fiber for some people—in just one meal.

03/20/2026

14 inches of snow in Minnesota… in March ❄️�hopefully the last one—but your body is still like: “we’re in winter mode.”
And one thing it still needs?�morning light—even when it’s gray, snowy, and freezing.
Because your circadian rhythm doesn’t care about the forecast.
Here are 2 simple ways to get it in:
☁️ 1. Step outside anyway (even 5 minutes counts)�Snow actually reflects light, so you’re getting more brightness than you think—even on cloudy days.�No sunglasses, just let your eyes take it in.
🏠 2. Window light isn’t enough—get closer or crack the door�Stand right by a window, open the blinds fully, or step onto your porch.�Light through glass is weaker—your brain needs the real signal.
Your energy, sleep, hormones—they’re all waiting on that cue.
So yeah… 14 inches of snow might not be what we wanted,�but it’s still something your body knows how to work with.

03/14/2026

03/13/2026

Wellness reminder from the mountains. 🌄

Spending time at Mount San Jacinto State Park was a beautiful reminder that true health often comes back to the basics:

🥗 Nourish your body with real, wholesome food�🚶‍♀️ Move your body every day�🌿 Spend time in nature�💧 Stay well hydrated�😌 Slow down and manage stress�🧘‍♀️ Take a few quiet moments to reconnect with yourself�❤️ Spend meaningful time with the people you love�📵 Unplug from screens and be present

Sometimes the most powerful medicine isn’t complicated. It’s simply returning to the habits that help us feel grounded, connected, and well.


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02/19/2026

❄️☃️Just like nature, starting your day with a simple breakfast, doesn’t need to be complicated to be nourishing.🍳🥞

Here are 4 easy, balanced breakfasts you can make in minutes!

These are easy, nourishing, and keeps you energized—even on the coldest Minnesota mornings 🌨️

Which one will you try tomorrow?”

01/31/2026

🥣💪From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Oats That Power Your Day:
✨ Upgrade Your Oatmeal = Upgrade Your Energy

Plain oats are great… but balanced oats are better

This cozy cardamom-saffron protein oatmeal is more than breakfast—it’s steady energy in a bowl 🥣
🌾 Why this beats plain oats:
✔️ Protein (whey) → stabilizes blood sugar + prevents mid-morning crashes
✔️ Healthy fats (almond meal & pistachios) → slower digestion = longer-lasting energy
✔️ Fiber (oats + raisins+Holy Basil seeds) → supports gut health & hormone balance
✔️ Spices (cardamom & saffron) → flavors + antioxidants + anti-inflammatory benefits
✔️ Balanced macros → keeps cortisol, cravings, and energy swings in check
⚡ When breakfast is just carbs → energy spikes then crashes
🙌When breakfast is balanced → steady focus, better mood, sustained fuel

If oats make you tired or hungry an hour later… it’s not the oats—it’s the lack of balance 😉

Save this 🧡
Share with someone who says “oatmeal doesn’t keep me full”

01/14/2026

🩸 What Is YOUR Blood Sugar story?

✨🍴YES- Your blood sugar has a story — and there’s more you can do!

Learn how stress, sleep, food choices, hormones, and movement all impact your glucose in real time.
📍 Join us in Woodbury, MN
🗓 Thursday, January 22
📍 Central Park Library
✨ Special Dexcom-Sponsored Event
Learn how Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) works
Understand your unique blood sugar patterns
Meet with a Registered Dietitian & MD team
Discover how CGMs can support energy, weight, metabolic health, and prevention
🎁 Free Dexcom trial sensors
🎉 Chance to WIN a Dexcom CGM
Spots are limited, and this event will fill fast!
👉 Register today to reserve your seat and take the guesswork out of blood sugar.
Because your body is always giving you feedback — it’s time to listen.

01/14/2026

🩸 What Is YOUR Blood Sugar Trying to Tell You?
Your blood sugar has a story — and it’s more than just numbers.
Learn how food choices, hormones, sleep, stresd and movement all impact your glucose in real time.

📍 Join us in Woodbury, MN
🗓 Thursday, January 22, 6-7:30pm CST
📍 Central Park Library (Woodbury, MN- Woodlands Room B)

✨ Special Dexcom-Sponsored Event, in collaboration with Dr. Augustson from Woodbury Direct Primary Care

Learn how Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) works

Understand your unique blood sugar patterns
Meet with a Registered Dietitian & MD team
Discover how CGMs can support energy, weight, metabolic health, and prevention
🎁 Free Dexcom trial sensors
🎉 Chance to WIN a Dexcom CGM
Spots are limited, and this event will fill fast!
👉 Register today to reserve your seat and take the guesswork out of blood sugar.
Because your body is always giving you feedback — it’s time to listen.

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01/07/2026

✨🤩What could you leave behind while you step in to the new year?

🔮As the new year begins, have you thought of letting go of extreme restrictions, fear-based nutrition, and finding quick fixes?

🎯 What we could do is move forward using overcrowding approach- overcrowding with the elements of balance and building habits that actually last—because real health is built, not rushed. 🌱

12/22/2025

🎄Top 3 Mindful Eating Tips for the Holidays Enjoy the festivities—without undoing your hard work.

1️⃣ Pause before you plate Take a moment to check in: Am I hungry, or just surrounded by food? Choose foods you truly enjoy—mindfulness often leads to better satisfaction with less.

2️⃣ Build balance, not perfection Start your plate with protein + fiber (think turkey, veggies, beans). This supports blood sugar and digestion—so treats feel like enjoyment, not regret.

3️⃣ Savor, don’t rush Eat slowly, put the fork down between bites, and actually taste your food. When you savor, your brain registers satisfaction—no need to overdo it.

✨🎅 Remember: One meal never defines your health. Consistency over time does. Enjoy the parties. Protect your progress. Both can coexist!!






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12/12/2025

🥂Had the best time hosting our Indians in Dietetics (IND MIG) holiday party as Chair this year! 🎉✨

☃️IND MIG is the member interest group from the academy of nutrition and data takes biggest ass Association of dietitians in the US! ✨

From festive fun to our holiday nutrition quizzes (dietitian brain on! 🧠✨), the energy, laughter, and community were everything. ❤️💚

Huge congrats to our quiz winners — enjoy those prizes! 🎁

Grateful for this amazing group and all the holiday cheer we shared! ❄️🥳

11/21/2025

🍂 Skip the junk this Thanksgiving hustle—grab these Nourishing Fall Energy Bites instead!

The perfect cozy snack for fall and Thanksgiving week—way more filling than the refined-flour desserts everywhere this season.

These give you steady energy, healthy fats, and natural sweetness you can feel good about.

Ingredients:

* 3 cups mixed nuts & seeds
* 1.5 cups oats (toasted in 2 tbsp olive oil)
* 5–6 dates
* 2Tbsp nut butter
* 2 tbsp raisins
* 1-2 tbsp honey or sweetener if your choice
* Vanilla

How to Make:
1️⃣ Pulse nuts + seeds
2️⃣ Add dates, raisins, honey, vanilla → pulse
3️⃣ Add toasted oats → pulse
4️⃣ Add the nut butter and roll into balls

Easy grab-and-go — and they pack perfectly for travel. Toss a few in a reusable container or snack bag for the car, airport, or long holiday days. 🍁✈️