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6 Creative Ways to Upgrade Your Oatmeal
March 26, 2019

6 Creative Ways to Upgrade Your Oatmeal

Say goodbye to a boring breakfast with these easy oatmeal ideas for how to add variety and…

9 Reasons to Eat More Seafood (Hint: It Can Make You Happy!)
January 29, 2019

9 Reasons to Eat More Seafood (Hint: It Can Make You Happy!)

This article originally appeared on Livestrong.com. If you're looking for reasons why to …

30 Healthy Plant-Centric Recipes for the New Year
January 8, 2019

30 Healthy Plant-Centric Recipes for the New Year

It’s a new year, so let’s start it off right with a beautiful collection of produce-fi…

40 Festive Holiday-Themed Recipes
December 4, 2018

40 Festive Holiday-Themed Recipes

These holiday recipes feature beverages, entrees, desserts, and everything in-between. Get…

9 Ways to Cut Calories From Your Favorite Holiday Dishes
November 27, 2018

9 Ways to Cut Calories From Your Favorite Holiday Dishes

This article originally appeared on Livestrong.com. Check out these nine ways to shave …

How to Eat Like a Nutritionist During the Holidays
November 13, 2018

How to Eat Like a Nutritionist During the Holidays

This article originally appeared on Livestrong.com. We all know how hard it is to resist…

45 Sensational Seafood Recipes
October 16, 2018

45 Sensational Seafood Recipes

I’m delighted to have partnered with the Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega 3s (G…

14 Sustainability Tips from Dietitians for Earth Month
April 10, 2018

14 Sustainability Tips from Dietitians for Earth Month

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🌎 Happy World Mindfulness Day! Last night I ce 🌎 Happy World Mindfulness Day!

Last night I celebrated with colleagues at a beautiful yoga class on the beach hosted by @wonderfulpistachios 💚 #sponsoredevent. 

It was the perfect reminder that mindfulness isn’t just about meditation—it can show up in so many parts of our daily lives.

Here are 5 simple ways I practice mindfulness:

1️⃣ Movement — Yoga or even a short walk helps me connect my body and mind.
2️⃣ Breath — Taking a few slow, deep breaths can reset my nervous system in minutes.
3️⃣ Snacking with intention — In-shell pistachios naturally encourage mindful eating: cracking shells slows snacking, shells provide a visual reminder of portions, and the pause gives your body time to register fullness.
4️⃣ Screen breaks — Stepping away from my phone or computer creates space to be present.
5️⃣ Gratitude — Ending the day by reflecting on one thing I’m grateful for shifts my perspective.

✨ Which of these mindfulness practices do you want to try today?

xx, Patricia 💛

#worldmindfulnessday #wellnessintelligence #mindfulsnacking #womenswellness #sponsoredevent
Craving comfort food after a long day? Pasta can a Craving comfort food after a long day? Pasta can actually work with your wellness goals. 💛⁠
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In a recent @foodnetwork article by @danawhitenutrition, I shared one of my pantry go-tos: Brami Italian Protein Pasta. Made with only two ingredients (Italian wheat + lupini beans), it offers more protein + fiber than traditional pasta — making it both satisfying and nourishing. 🍝✨⁠
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Other RD-approved pastas worth a spot in your cart:⁠
🍝 Barilla Protein+ – extra protein + fiber⁠
🍝 DeLallo Whole Wheat – smooth texture, whole grain perks⁠
🍝 Banza Chickpea Pasta – filling + naturally high in protein⁠
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✨ Full article link in bio.⁠
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xx Patricia⁠
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#wellnessintelligence #womenswellness #pastalover
That $80 adaptogen powder won’t save you from to That $80 adaptogen powder won’t save you from toxic productivity. 🙃⁠
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I used to wear “busy” like a badge of honor… now I actually schedule an underachiever day once a month to remind myself it’s okay to do less — and still be enough. 💛⁠
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And science backs it up: even short breaks and real rest have been shown to boost focus, memory, and energy. ✨⁠
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😏 Who else is ready to add an “underachiever day” to their calendar?⁠
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xx Patricia⁠
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#wellnessintelligence #toxicproductivity #selfcare
Comment “RECIPES” and I’ll send you the full Comment “RECIPES” and I’ll send you the full step-by-step recipes! ⁠
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I get that cooking dinner every night can feel overwhelming. That’s why I gathered 11 easy, healthy dinner recipes that are ready in 30 minutes or less. ⁠
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PLUS, each recipe has at least 20 grams of protein. 💪⁠
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Thanks to all these amazing RDs for contributing their recipes! ⁠
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1. Simple Skillet Salmon Burgers @patriciabannan⁠
2. Peanutty Sprouted Tofu “Stir-Fry” Sheet Pan Dinner @jackienewgent⁠
3. Easy Ground Turkey & Black Bean Taco Skillet @christinaiaboni_rd⁠
4. Pasta al Limone with Asparagus and Shrimp @kelly.powers⁠
5. Easy Bruschetta Chicken Bake @fullymediterranean⁠
6. Mediterranean White Beans @christinaiaboni_rd
7. Vegan Fajita Bowls with Tempeh @melissatraubrd⁠
8. Cajun Shrimp Orzo Pasta @fullymediterranean⁠
9. Healthy Grilled Chicken & Mushroom Fajitas @patriciabannan⁠
10. Sausage Pasta Bake @nourishedbynic⁠
11. Salmon Kale Salad @jennyshearawn⁠
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⬇️ Don’t forget to comment “recipes” and save this post for later! ⁠

xx Patricia 💛
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#wellnessintelligence #easydinnerrecipes #highproteinrecipes
Happy Labor Day weekend! 🇺🇸☀️ Fun to b Happy Labor Day weekend! 🇺🇸☀️ 

Fun to be back with my friends at @ktla5news sharing easy & festive recipes made with mood-boosting ingredients for your holiday table. 

Big thanks to @luparkerla & @kareenwynter for the warm welcome! 💛

✨ Click through the carousel for each recipe 👆

Wishing you all a happy + healthy holiday weekend filled with good food, laughter, and connection.

xx, Patricia 💛

#wellnessintelligence #healthyrecipes #moodboostingfoods
High-achieving women, listen up: carbs aren’t th High-achieving women, listen up: carbs aren’t the enemy. 🙌⁠
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If you’ve been avoiding fruit because of the carbs… it’s time to rethink that. 🍎⁠
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In my recent @TODAYshow interview, I shared why whole fruits (even the carb-rich ones) can be a smart, delicious way to keep your energy steady, your focus sharp, and your health on track.⁠
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Here are 9 naturally higher-carb fruits worth keeping in your rotation (and why):⁠
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🌴 Dates – fiber + minerals⁠
🍌 Banana – pre-workout fuel⁠
🍐 Pear – fiber + vitamin C⁠
🍇 Grapes – antioxidants⁠
🥭 Mango – vitamins A + C⁠
🍎 Apple – heart + gut health⁠
🍒 Cherries – reduce inflammation⁠
🫐 Blueberries – brain health⁠
🍈 Figs – gut health⁠
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💡 Pair fruit with healthy fats or protein (like apple slices with almond butter or berries with Greek yogurt) to keep your energy steady and avoid blood sugar spikes.⁠
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✨ Full article link in bio.⁠
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xx Patricia ⁠
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#wellnessintelligence #womenswellness #womenshealth
When the last thing I want to do is cook… this 3 When the last thing I want to do is cook… this 30-minute soup saves me every time. 🍲✨ ⁠
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Creamy, comforting, and filled with ingredients that support both body + mind (lycopene, beta-carotene, turmeric). ⁠
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SWEET POTATO, TOMATO & TURMERIC SOUP 🍠🍅🧡⁠
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• 3 Tbsp unsalted butter⁠
• 1 small yellow onion, sliced⁠
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled + chopped⁠
• 2 tsp grated turmeric (or ¾ tsp ground)⁠
• 1 tsp sea salt + ¾ tsp black pepper⁠
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes (with juices)⁠
• 1 (32 oz) carton low-sodium vegetable broth⁠
• 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar⁠
• 2 tsp honey or coconut nectar⁠
• Cilantro + sesame seeds (optional)⁠
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HOW TO MAKE IT 🍲⁠
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Sauté onion, sweet potato, turmeric, salt + pepper in butter (5 min).⁠
Add tomatoes + broth. Simmer 22 min until sweet potato is tender. Blend smooth, then stir in vinegar + honey. Top with cilantro + sesame seeds.⁠
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Cozy warm or chilled like gazpacho, this soup keeps 4 days in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer.⁠
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Save this for your next no-stress dinner!⁠
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xx, Patricia 💛⁠
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#wellnessintelligence #souprecipe #womenswellness
Helping clients manage diabetes… without overwhe Helping clients manage diabetes… without overwhelm? Yes, please! 🙌⁠
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If you’re a dietitian or healthcare professional, this free webinar is for you 🌱⁠
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I’ll be joining @lorenadragomsrd to share how plant-based and flexitarian trends can support blood sugar, heart health, and overall well-being — with real-life tools you can use right away.⁠
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Plant-Based & Flexitarian Trends: Supporting Patients with Diabetes with Real-Life Tools⁠
📅 Sept 16, 2025⁠
🕐 1 PM ET⁠
💻 Virtual (free to attend)⁠
🎁 Includes a free downloadable e-cookbook developed by @chefabbiegellman and @lizweiss⁠
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What you’ll learn:⁠
• The latest plant-based and flexitarian trends and how they relate to diabetes nutrition⁠
• The power of soy foods for blood sugar and cardiometabolic health⁠
• Easy, satisfying meal ideas — even for clients using GLP-1s⁠
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Plus: a live Q&A and a culinary demo with practical, culturally inclusive meal ideas 🍽️⁠
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Tap the link in bio to save your spot — space is limited!⁠
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Sponsored by @thesoyfoodscouncil, @ndsoybean, and @u.s.soybeanexportcouncil⁠
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#soyfoods #diabetesnutrition #nutritionwebinar
Let’s be real. ✨ That morning routine on TikTo Let’s be real. ✨ That morning routine on TikTok might look amazing, but it wasn’t built for your life.⁠
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If you want to make healthy changes that actually stick, the key is doing it in a way that fits your reality. ⁠
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In my nutrition & health coaching, I guide career-driven women to build habits with SPARK: Simple, Positive, Actionable, Realistic, and Kind. When your habits spark joy instead of stress, they actually last. 💛⁠
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If you want to learn more, let’s chat. You can book a free call through the link in my bio. Psst… my approach has a name. I call it Wellness Intelligence™.⁠
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xx, Patricia⁠
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#wellnessintelligence #selfcare #habitbuilding #womenswellness
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