nutrition
Beef Birria: A Dietitian Explains the Nutritional Facts
Beef birria is the most popular birria in the US. A Latina dietitian on its nutrition, how it compares to goat, and how to…
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Pan Dulce and Blood Sugar: A Latina Dietitian Explains All
Pan dulce raises blood sugar, but you don't have to give it up. A Latina dietitian on what actually happens, and six ways to…
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Café con Leche and Your Morning Blood Sugar
Does café con leche (or your morning latte) raise your blood sugar? A Latina dietitian on the coffee, the milk, the sugar, and the…
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Is Coquito Healthy? A Dietitian’s Honest Take
Is coquito healthy? A Latina dietitian on what's actually in it, how it affects blood sugar, the alcohol question, and how to enjoy it…
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Cultura
9 Latin American Foods That Support Gut Health
Struggling with diarrhea, constipation, bloating, or IBS? Many of our clients come to us struggling with these issues, too. The good news is that…
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Cultura
Corn vs Flour Tortillas: Which is Healthier?
Discover the nutritional differences between corn and flour tortillas and learn which one is healthier for your diet. Get insights on fiber, carbs, and…
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Cultura
The Mediterranean Diet vs. a Traditional Latin Diet: What They Have in Common
The Mediterranean diet is often praised as one of the healthiest eating patterns in the world, but does that mean you should abandon your…
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Gentle Nutrition
Are Plantains Healthy?
Plátanos (or plantains) are a cultural food staple in Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of South America, but many Latines might wonder if…
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How to Meal Prep When You’re Short on Time
Would you love to meal prep on Sundays, but don’t want to spend half your weekend cooking? Me—and most of my clients—feel you! My…
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Body Image
Learn to Respect Your Body With These 10 Tips
Body respect takes work, but it can help you build a better relationship with your body. We share 10 dietitian-approved tips to build respect…
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Are Chilaquiles Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of chilaquiles.
Key Points Chilaquiles are a comforting Mexican breakfast dish made by simmering tortilla chips in a red or green salsa. They’re typically topped with…
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Gentle Nutrition
Are Tortilla Chips Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of tortilla chips.
Tortilla chips can be a part of a balanced diet, especially when paired with a nutritious dip like salsa, guacamole, or bean dip.
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