Gentle Nutrition
Chickpeas vs. Lentils: A Complete Nutrition Guide
Chickpeas and lentils are both plant proteins rich in fiber, iron, and folate and low in fat. They’re beneficial for heart, gut, and metabolic…
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Gentle Nutrition
Acai vs. Pitaya: A Complete Nutrition Guide
Acai is higher in heart-healthy fat and fiber than pitaya, but both are shown to help prevent chronic disease.
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Cultura
These Two Cultural Foods Can Help You Reach Your Fiber Goals With Ease
Beans and avocado fit naturally in most Latine cultural dishes and provide a significant amount of fiber per serving.
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Cultura
Is Mofongo Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of mofongo.
Mofongo is full of vitamins and minerals, but it also has nutrients that can harm heart health. Learn how to incorporate it in a…
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Gentle Nutrition
Acai vs. Blueberries: A Complete Nutrition Guide
Acai and blueberries are both full of antioxidants, but there are some key nutrient differences to consider. Learn all about the differences and similarities…
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Gentle Nutrition
Are Nachos Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of nachos.
Nachos may get written off as “unhealthy”, but you can absolutely make them a well-rounded meal with whole grains, lean protein, healthy fats, and…
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Cultura
5 Myths About Latin American Foods, Busted by a Latina Dietitian
Explore the real nutrition in Latin American dishes as we debunk common myths about veggies, carbs, fats, rice, and beans.
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Cultura
5 Tips to Enjoy Tortillas Without the Blood Sugar Spikes
Love tortillas but afraid of blood sugar spikes? Learn 5 ways to mitigate spikes while enjoying the food you love.
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Cultura
Should You Go Plant-Based? A Latina Dietitian’s Guide to Benefits, Drawbacks & Cultural Meals
Discover if plant-based eating fits your lifestyle with this Latina dietitian’s guide to the benefits and challenges of a plant-based diet, plus culturally inspired…
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Gentle Nutrition
15 High-Fiber, High-Protein Meals with Latin American Flavor
15 Latin American-inspired meals full of protein and fiber to sustain energy, support muscle health, and improve digestion.
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Cultura
Fried Plantain Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits
Fried plantains may be high in fat, but they’re also a good source of gut-healthy fiber and resistant starch. Learn more about the nutrition…
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Gentle Nutrition
The Best Books About Emotional Eating, According to a Dietitian
Emotional eating has gotten a bad rap, but it isn’t inherently bad. Learn when emotional eating is something to be concerned about, and the…
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