by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
When talking about healthy eating, we often think about what foods to eat and what foods to avoid. Have you ever thought that how you eat could be just as important as what you are eating? This is mindful eating. It’s being aware of why,...
by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
The word snack usually brings to mind foods like chips, cookies, crackers, or pretzels. Often times I hear that people feel guilty about snacking and snack choices, but snacking can actually be a healthy choice. For many people snacking helps to control hunger and...
by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
Let’s admit that the milk section in the grocery store is overwhelming. Years ago the word milk meant that it came from a cow. Not true anymore. The milk section now has many non-dairy milk alternatives. Yes it’s true that milk does not come from a plant,...
by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
So you heard fiber is good for you but you are trying to control your carbs. Yes fiber is a carb and because of that it often gets grouped with carbs for a bad rap. Fiber has so many health benefits including glycemic control. Fiber helps to slow down the rise in...
by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
As a dietitian I often hear people with diabetes tell me they are following a low carb diet. When I hear this, I always check for adequate fiber intake. Fiber is a type of carbohydrate. So a low carb diet could equal a low fiber diet. Fiber impacts glycemic control...
