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9 Delicious Desserts with Surprisingly Healthy Ingredients
March 20, 2018

9 Delicious Desserts with Surprisingly Healthy Ingredients

From cookies to crumbles, here are ten desserts that look delicious and are filled with he…
Go Further with Food – 8 Tips for National Nutrition Month
March 6, 2018

Go Further with Food – 8 Tips for National Nutrition Month

Not only does March signify early spring, it also happens to be National Nutrition Month…
5 Food Vices Even Nutritionists Struggle With
February 20, 2018

5 Food Vices Even Nutritionists Struggle With

Five registered dietitian nutritionists shed light on their food vices and provide tips on…
40 Bean-Based, Family-Friendly Recipes
February 6, 2018

40 Bean-Based, Family-Friendly Recipes

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How I avoid burnout during intense work travel 💛 Last week, I spent five days at FNCE in Nashville with nearly 10,000 nutrition professionals. Back-to-back sessions, networking events, nonstop conversations. It was inspiring… and honestly, exhausting. As someone who’s experienced burnout firsthand, I’ve learned that how I care for myself during busy weeks makes all the difference — and maybe these ideas will be helpful for you too. Swipe for 5 things that helped me stay grounded 👇 1️⃣ Check in on your calm factor. Twice I noticed myself getting grouchy from overstimulation. I took 15 minutes to meditate (nothing fancy — just quiet time). Even though it meant being a few minutes late, my energy and enjoyment were so much better. 2️⃣ Nourish with ease. I packed balanced snacks, stayed hydrated, and avoided running on caffeine alone. Small choices make a big difference. 3️⃣ Move mindfully. Sleep > 5 a.m. workouts. I walked everywhere and averaged 10K+ steps a day. Movement doesn’t have to be a “workout” to work. 4️⃣ Shift from comparison to celebration. When the inner critic showed up (“wow, look what they’re doing”), I shifted to celebrating others and acknowledging my own great work too. 5️⃣ Let go of FOMO. I couldn’t be everywhere — and that’s okay. I focused on being fully where I was, not where I wasn’t. Presence > pressure. Wellness isn’t something we “get back to” after the work — it’s something we practice through the work. 💛 What helps you stay grounded during busy seasons? xx Patricia
What. A. Week. ✨ Learning & laughing with nearl What. A. Week. ✨ Learning & laughing with nearly 10,000 nutrition pros at the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE) in Nashville! Between inspiring sessions, incredible food, and connecting with so many brilliant RDs and brand partners, my heart (and cup 💛) is full. From early breakfasts to late-night dance parties, it was a whirlwind of wellness, community, and creativity. A few favorite moments 👇 🥗 Nourishing conversations with friends old and new 🎤 Inspiring talks on GLP-1s, food as medicine, sustainability, and so much more 🧘‍♀️ A little Wellness Intelligence in action — calm amid the chaos 💃 Joy, laughter, and a reminder that connection is part of self-care Grateful for this inspiring community — and for the partners who made the week so special 💛 @minddietmeals @drinkolipop @californiaalmonds @choosecherries @yerbamadre @nowfoodsofficial @thewonderfulcompany Till next year, FNCE! 💛
You’ve tried the wellness trends. You’re still You’ve tried the wellness trends. You’re still exhausted.⁠ ⁠ Another supplement stack.⁠ Another “quick” recipe with 47 ingredients.⁠ Another thing on your already impossible to-do list.⁠ ⁠ Meanwhile, in the world’s longest-living communities? They eat beans. Every. Single. Day. That’s it.⁠ ⁠ This minestrone is your permission slip to simplify:⁠ ✨ One pot. 20 minutes. Ingredients you already have⁠ ✨ Canned beans (yes, they count — and they’re just as nutritious)⁠ ✨ Fiber + protein to steady you through back-to-back meetings⁠ ✨ Make it Sunday. Eat it all week. Decision fatigue = solved⁠ ⁠ You don’t need more complexity. You need systems that fit your life. ⁠ ⁠ Blue Zones centenarians aren’t optimizing. They’re not biohacking. They’re eating simple, nourishing food — and living to 100+.⁠ ⁠ What if longevity isn’t about doing more... but doing less, better?⁠ ⁠ Start with soup. Start with beans. Start reclaiming your calm. 💛⁠ ⁠ xx Patricia
Hey friends — if we haven’t officially met yet Hey friends — if we haven’t officially met yet, I’m Patricia 💛⁠ There are a lot of new faces here, so I wanted to try and connect more. I find real connection so hard on social, but I’m going to try — so click through for a bit about me and why I do what I do. Now I’d love to hear from you! Share one thing about yourself or your wellness journey in the comments below 👇 xx, Patricia
🌟 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🌟⁠ ⁠ Ready to relax, re 🌟 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🌟⁠ ⁠ Ready to relax, recharge, and glow from the inside out? ✨ I’m excited to be teaming up with @thesoyfoodscouncil to give ONE lucky winner the ultimate $400 Soy Glow Spa Package.⁠ ⁠ One winner will receive a $300 SpaFinder gift card to design your dream spa day, a weighted blanket, a calming weighted eye mask, and a jade face roller & gua sha set for glowing skin. ⁠ ⁠ Here’s how to enter: ⁠ 1️⃣ Like this post ⁠ 2️⃣ Tag 2 friends in separate comments ⁠ 3️⃣ Follow @thesoyfoodscouncil + @patriciabannan⁠ ⁠ ⏰ Giveaway ends October 8, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET. Winner will be announced in Stories and contacted via DM 📩⁠ ⁠ Soy isn’t just a nutrition powerhouse — its natural compounds support healthy, glowing skin and whole-body wellness from the inside out. Think of it as your beauty routine’s best friend! 🌿⁠ ⁠ Must be 18+ and a US resident. This giveaway is not affiliated, endorsed, or sponsored by Instagram or any of the products in the giveaway.⁠ ⁠ Good luck! 🍀 xx Patricia
Left or right? ⬅️➡️ Here’s the thing — we make about 226 food-related decisions every single day. Breakfast shouldn’t be one that stresses you out. Sweet potato toast is one of my go-tos because it takes the guesswork out. You start with a veggie base you can prep ahead (hello, beta-carotene 👀), then just pick your vibe: ⬅️ Left: I’m craving a protein boost today 🍳 ➡️ Right: I’m keeping it light and plant-forward 🥑 Both options are packed with fiber, vitamins, and flavor — and both can be ready in about 15 minutes if you bake the sweet potato the night before. The “right” choice? The one you’ll actually make and enjoy. 💛 So tell me — which one speaks to you today? Drop a ⬅️ or ➡️ below! PS: If decision fatigue around food is real for you (it is for most of us!), simplifying nutrition is exactly what I help my clients do. Let’s chat. xx, Patricia
Fall mornings call for cozy rituals ☕🍂 This Fall mornings call for cozy rituals ☕🍂 This Chai-Spiced Soy Milk Latte is my new go-to as a dietitian who values both flavor + nutrition. It takes less than 5 min and gives you quality plant protein to start your day right. #sponsored @thesoyfoodscouncil CHAI-SPICED SOY MILK LATTE ✨1 cup brewed chai tea (strong) ✨1 cup soy milk ✨1-2 tsp maple syrup (optional) ✨Pinch of ground cinnamon Instructions: 1. Brew your chai tea strong and hot 2. Heat soy milk in a small saucepan or microwave until warm (not boiling) 3. Froth the soy milk using a frother, or shake vigorously in a sealed jar 4. Pour chai tea into your favorite mug 5. Add frothed soy milk 6. Sweeten with maple syrup if desired 7. Sprinkle with cinnamon and enjoy! Why soy milk? It’s a complete plant protein with all nine essential amino acids—perfect for fueling busy mornings without the stress. Follow @thesoyfoodscouncil for more stress-less recipes and an upcoming giveaway! ✨ Xx Patricia 💛 #wellnessintelligence #soyreal #womenswellness
Weekend meal prep that actually feels like self-ca Weekend meal prep that actually feels like self-care 🧡 Ladies, let’s talk about setting your future self up for success. Make these vegan, gluten-free pumpkin spice waffles this weekend and freeze the extras — because Monday morning you deserves something nourishing without the stress. PUMPKIN SPICE WAFFLES Serves 4 (2 waffles each) Ingredients: 1¼ cups oat milk 3 tbsp ground flax meal 2¼ cups gluten-free flour (like Bob’s Red Mill) 1 tbsp baking powder 1½ tsp cinnamon ½ cup pumpkin puree ¼ cup olive oil (plus extra for waffle iron) 1 tbsp vanilla extract 1 tsp apple cider vinegar Directions: Mix oat milk and flax meal, let sit 10 min. Whisk dry ingredients separately. Add pumpkin, oil, vanilla, vinegar to flax mixture. Fold in dry ingredients until just combined. Cook in an oiled waffle iron 5–7 min, until golden. Weekend prep hack: ✨ Double the batch this Saturday ✨ Freeze extras for up to 2 months ✨ Pop straight from freezer to toaster on busy mornings ✨ Blood sugar steady = fewer stress spikes and no mid-morning crash Sometimes the best self-care is having something delicious and nourishing ready when you need it most. Future weekday you will be so grateful. Save this post so you can make it this weekend, and share it with a friend who could use a little less stress in her mornings. 🧡 Who else is meal prepping this weekend? 👇 #wellnessintelligence #weekendmealprep
🌱 50% of Americans are trying to eat more plant 🌱 50% of Americans are trying to eat more plants… are you one of them?⁠ ⁠ I recently co-presented a webinar with @lorenadragomsrd on flexitarian and plant-based eating. While it was geared toward diabetes professionals, the takeaways are just as relevant for busy women and moms:⁠ ⁠ ✨ Flexitarian eating = adding more plants without giving up your favorite foods⁠ ✨ It’s about balance, flavor, and simple swaps — not restriction⁠ ✨ Plant-based trends are being fueled by health, sustainability, and culinary innovation⁠ ⁠ To bring it to life, I demo’d 3 easy recipes:⁠ 🥢 Tofu Pork Meatballs (a perfect soy + meat flexitarian blend)⁠ 🥗 Edamame, Cucumber & Seaweed Salad with Miso Dressing (gut-friendly + colorful)⁠ 🍫 Silken Chocolate Pudding (plant-based + lower-sugar)⁠ ⁠ You can grab all of these recipes (and more) in the free cookbook created with @chefabbiegelman and @lizweiss — link in bio.⁠ ⁠ A big thank you to @thesoyfoodscouncil, @ndsoybean, @u.s.soy, and @u.s.soybeanexportcouncil for sponsoring the webinar.⁠ ⁠ #wellnessintelligence #flexitarian #womenswellness
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