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8 Salt Alternatives to Flavor Foods
July 19, 2022

8 Salt Alternatives to Flavor Foods

Making nutritious dishes doesn’t have to equal boring, bland, or flavorless. Here are 8 …
How to Stay Healthy Over Summer
June 14, 2022

How to Stay Healthy Over Summer

These summer health tips will help you feel great during the warm months ahead. It doesn't…
What’s the Difference Between a Legume, Bean, and Pulse?
May 31, 2022

What’s the Difference Between a Legume, Bean, and Pulse?

You’ve probably heard about legumes, pulses, and beans before, but what’s the differen…
Pineberries: 10 Berry Cool Things to Know
May 17, 2022

Pineberries: 10 Berry Cool Things to Know

I’m delighted to have partnered with Wish Farms on this blog post. All opinions are my o…
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May 3, 2022

7 Ways to Feel More Energized

Two of the biggest ways you can influence your energy is through regular healthy sleep and…
30 Sustainable Earth Day Recipes to Enjoy All Month
April 5, 2022

30 Sustainable Earth Day Recipes to Enjoy All Month

Dive right into a sustainable lifestyle with these easy, delicious Earth Day recipes that …
Brighten Up Your Diet with These 7 Spring-Inspired Foods
March 22, 2022

Brighten Up Your Diet with These 7 Spring-Inspired Foods

Embrace all that this season has to offer with these seven spring foods that instantly add…
5 Healthy Green Snacks for St. Patrick’s Day
March 8, 2022

5 Healthy Green Snacks for St. Patrick’s Day

Make these fun and festive green snacks for St. Patrick’s Day while also benefitting fro…
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Burnout isn’t a character flaw — it’s a signal. I Burnout isn’t a character flaw — it’s a signal. It can affect your mood, focus, sleep, energy, decision-making, and even your relationships. That’s what @minddietmeals and I will be exploring at the @todaysdietitian Spring Symposium in Orlando. 🌴✨ In our session, Burnout and the Brain: Nutrition and Lifestyle Tools for Resilience, we’ll share practical nutrition and lifestyle tools to support resilience — including our 3-S framework: Self-Align. Signals. Systems. Because building resilience isn’t about doing everything perfectly — it’s about learning to recognize what your mind and body need, and creating realistic tools that help. Let me know if you’ll be there — we’d love to see you! And if not, drop your brain health or burnout questions below.👇 Sunday, May 17 3:20 pm – 4:50 pm xx Patricia 💛 #burnout #brainhealth #wellnessintelligence womenshealth
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🌟 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🌟 In celebration of National Soy 🌟 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🌟 In celebration of National Soy Foods Month, I’m teaming up with @thesoyfoodscouncil for a fresh spring giveaway to bring a little more ease, inspiration, and joy into the kitchen. 💛 One lucky winner will receive a $400 Spring Reset prize package: 💳 $300 Crate & Barrel gift card
✨ a tofu press
🥣 a gorgeous serving bowl
✂️ herb scissors Here’s how to enter:
1️⃣ Like this post
2️⃣ Tag 2 friends in separate comments who would love a little spring kitchen refresh
3️⃣ Follow @thesoyfoodscouncil + @patriciabannan Soy foods like tofu, edamame, and soymilk are some of my favorite ingredients to work with. They make it easy to create simple, delicious meals and snacks with high-quality plant protein and other important nutrients. National Soy Foods Month is the perfect time to celebrate just how versatile, nourishing, and spring-friendly soy foods can be. 🌱 ⏰ Giveaway ends April 9, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET. Winner will be announced in Stories and contacted via DM. Must be 18+ and a U.S. resident. This giveaway is not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by Instagram, Crate & Barrel, or any products included in the giveaway. Good luck! xx, Patricia 💛
Three dietitian-founded brands to know this Women’ Three dietitian-founded brands to know this Women’s History Month and National Nutrition Month® 👏 This March, I wanted to spotlight three inspiring women who are building thoughtful, purpose-driven nutrition businesses and bringing their expertise to life in exciting ways. ✨ Mitzi Dulan, RD, CSSD — simplyFUEL® How a World Series win helped launch a protein snack for the whole family ✨ Michelle Dudash, RDN — Spicekick Rethinking the weeknight seasoning packet, one clean ingredient at a time ✨ Morgan Murdock, RDN — Unbothered Foods A digestive health dietitian who spotted a gap — and filled it with sourdough crackers I love seeing fellow dietitians turn their nutrition expertise into innovative brands that help make healthy eating more practical, accessible, and enjoyable. Read the full post at the link in bio to learn more about the women behind these brands, what inspired them to get started, and the advice they shared for other entrepreneurs. And I know there are many other incredible RD founders out there. Tag them below so we can celebrate even more women doing amazing work in this space. @nutritionexpert @michelledudash @mojomurdoch @unbotheredfoods @spicekick.foods #spicekick
☕🍵 Tea or coffee — which is actually healthier? S ☕🍵 Tea or coffee — which is actually healthier? Spoiler: you don’t have to choose one over the other. As I shared in this new @TODAYshow article, both beverages contain beneficial antioxidants and polyphenols that have been linked with support for heart health, brain function, and metabolic health. The real difference often comes down to how you drink them — and how each one supports your energy, focus, and sense of calm. A few key takeaways:
 ✨ Tea may support heart health and healthy blood vessel function.
✨ Coffee is one of the largest sources of antioxidants in the American diet.
✨ For those sensitive to caffeine, too much can lead to jitters, anxiety, or sleep disruption — so listening to your body matters. My take as a dietitian? The healthiest cup is the one you enjoy and don’t overload with sugar. ☕🍵 Swipe to see what the research says — and drop a comment: are you team coffee or team tea? Link in bio for the full article. xx, Patricia
Another trip around the sun, and feeling very grat Another trip around the sun, and feeling very grateful. ☀️🍀 This birthday week was full of so many lovely moments — dinner at @owavenice with my mom friends @lesliestele @juliet_jones @elsitasanay, lunch at @greatwhite with my dietitian besties @jackienewgent @cyn_sass, a special birthday date night at @republiquerestaurantla with my hubs (made even sweeter by their handwritten birthday note), and a beautiful evening at @candlelight.concerts 🕯️ Enjoyed a St. Patty’s Day festival with the kids at @clubjoyful — and got to celebrate my amazing stepson @nick.rr turning 23. 🎂 I also gave myself a gift this year: a Pilates package at @thestudiomdr. These days, I’m most thankful for anything that helps me feel strong, healthy, and well. ✨ Feeling thankful for this life, for the people I love, and for this community here. Thanks for being here. 💚 xx Patricia
Happy RDN Day! 💚 Proud to be part of a profession Happy RDN Day! 💚 Proud to be part of a profession rooted in science, compassion, and helping people feel their best through food and daily habits. For those who may not know, RDN stands for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Becoming an RDN in the U.S. requires: ✨ a graduate (master’s) degree ✨ completion of an accredited nutrition program ✨ at least 1,000 hours of supervised practice ✨ passing a national credentialing exam ✨ continuing education throughout their careers to stay current with the latest nutrition science Grateful for all the incredible dietitians making a difference every day. xx, Patricia
Heart health doesn’t have to feel complicated. As Heart health doesn’t have to feel complicated. As a Registered Dietitian who helps women reduce stress and overwhelm, I recently shared five research-backed foods on KTLA that can support your heart — without restriction or extreme changes. Because real heart health isn’t built in a cleanse. It’s built through: • consistent fiber • healthy fats + protein • anti-inflammatory plant foods • small habits you can repeat The goal isn’t perfection. It’s simple upgrades you can sustain on a busy week. Full segment link in bio. If you’re looking for practical, science-based nutrition that fits real life — follow along 💛 xx, Patricia
Heart health isn’t only about cholesterol numbers. Heart health isn’t only about cholesterol numbers. It’s also about lowering inflammation, managing stress, and building habits you can actually sustain. I shared 5 heart-supportive foods on KTLA 5 Morning News — here’s the quick recap: 1️⃣ Soy foods – Plant protein + isoflavones that may support healthy cholesterol. 2️⃣ Avocados – Unsaturated fats + fiber for heart support. 3️⃣ Pulses (lentils, beans, chickpeas, split peas) – ½ cup most days = a meaningful fiber boost. 4️⃣ Canned Beans – Budget-friendly, pantry staples that deliver steady, soluble fiber. 5️⃣ Tart cherries – Rich in anthocyanins studied for heart health and inflammation. The common thread? Simple. Additive. Repeatable. That’s how long-term heart health is built — not through extremes, but through small upgrades that fit your real life. If you had to start with one this week, which would it be? xx, Patricia 💛
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