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Helping clients manage diabetes… without overwhe Helping clients manage diabetes… without overwhelm? Yes, please! 🙌⁠ ⁠ If you’re a dietitian or healthcare professional, this free webinar is for you 🌱⁠ ⁠ 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.⁠ ⁠ 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 ⁠ 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 ⁠ Plus: a live Q&A and a culinary demo with practical, culturally inclusive meal ideas 🍽️⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in bio to save your spot — space is limited!⁠ ⁠ Sponsored by @thesoyfoodscouncil, @ndsoybean, and @u.s.soybeanexportcouncil⁠ ⁠ #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.⁠ ⁠ If you want to make healthy changes that actually stick, the key is doing it in a way that fits your reality. ⁠ ⁠ 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. 💛⁠ ⁠ 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™.⁠ ⁠ xx, Patricia⁠ ⁠ #wellnessintelligence #selfcare #habitbuilding #womenswellness
🍕 Sometimes you just need a stress-free pizza n 🍕 Sometimes you just need a stress-free pizza night. No guilt. No dishes piled high. No “what’s for dinner?” brain drain after a long day.⁠ ⁠ Happy to share my top frozen pizza pick alongside my fellow dietitian experts in this great article written by @tobyamidor for @mensfitnessmag and @yahoolife.⁠ ⁠ Frozen pizza may not sound like a healthy choice… but with all the innovation in the frozen aisle, you can enjoy the ease of pizza night and still make better-for-you choices. ⁠ ⁠ Pair it with a side salad, extra veggies, or a little added protein, and you’ve got yourself a balanced, satisfying meal in minutes.⁠ ⁠ Swipe to see 8 dietitian-approved options ➡️⁠ ⁠ Link to full article in bio 💛⁠ ⁠ xx, Patricia⁠ ⁠ #wellnessintelligence #womenswellness #stressfree
Simple Skillet Salmon Burgers... your weeknight (a Simple Skillet Salmon Burgers... your weeknight (and lunchbox!) stress-free hero. 🍔✨  Make a double batch, enjoy them fresh for dinner, then pack leftovers into a lunchbox the next day or freeze for an easy grab-and-go meal later. Cook once… eat twice (or three times!). 🙌 Bonus: Salmon is rich in omega-3s, which can help reduce inflammation and buffer the negative effects of stress on your body. 💛 Swipe ➡️ to see how these can be piled high for a classic burger or packed into a colorful bento box with fruit and veggies for back-to-school. Full recipe in bio. xx, Patricia 💛 #wellnessintelligence #stressfree #womenswellness
Burnout doesn’t always scream.⁠ ⁠ Sometimes Burnout doesn’t always scream.⁠ ⁠ Sometimes it quietly drains your energy, your joy, your spark.⁠ I know what it’s like to ignore the early signs—until you’re running on empty.⁠ ⁠ If you’re feeling disconnected from your work, your people, or even yourself…⁠ This is your gentle nudge to pause.⁠ ⁠ 💛 You don’t have to earn rest.⁠ 💛 You don’t have to do it all.⁠ 💛 You can feel like yourself again.⁠ ⁠ My book From Burnout to Balance is filled with practical tools, healing recipes, and honest reflections to help you reset—on your own terms.⁠ ⁠ ✨ Ready to feel better?⁠ Tap the link in bio to grab the book or book a free discovery call for hands-on support.⁠ ⁠ xx, Patricia⁠ ⁠ #wellnessintelligence #womenswellness #fromburnouttobalance⁠
Some of the habits we’ve been told are “health Some of the habits we’ve been told are “healthy” are actually keeping us stuck—especially for women trying to do it all. ⁠ ⁠ As a registered dietitian and wellness coach who works with high-achieving women, I’ve seen it (and lived it) firsthand. ⁠ ⁠ Here are 5 things I see all the time—and have experienced myself:⁠ ⁠ 1️⃣ Burnout isn’t a badge of honor. It’s your body asking you to slow down.⁠ 2️⃣ Being busy doesn’t mean you’re thriving. Sometimes it’s how we avoid what really needs attention.⁠ 3️⃣ No supplement can fix a draining lifestyle. Start with sleep, stress reduction, and nutrition.⁠ 4️⃣ Obsessing over “clean eating” might be the messiest part of your wellness routine. Progress > perfection.⁠ 5️⃣ You don’t need another restrictive plan. You need a routine that feels good and fits your real life.⁠ ⁠ If any of this hits home, I see you—and you’re not alone. 🥰⁠ ⁠ Want support building habits that actually stick? Let’s chat. Link in bio to book a free call.⁠ ⤴️⁠ ⁠ xx, Patricia 💛⁠ ⁠ #wellnessintelligence #womenswellness #wellnessthatworks⁠
Struggling to hit your protein goal?⁠ ⁠ Here a Struggling to hit your protein goal?⁠ ⁠ Here are 5 underrated protein hacks that make it easier—without eating grilled chicken 4x a day or chugging chalky shakes. 💪⁠ ⁠ Sometimes it’s all about simple, smart swaps that actually fit your life:⁠ ⁠ 1️⃣ Swap regular pasta for chickpea or lentil pasta⁠ 2️⃣ Snack on roasted edamame⁠ 3️⃣ Add peas as a side dish (1 cup = 8g protein!)⁠ 4️⃣ Choose bread with at least 5g protein per slice⁠ 5️⃣ Keep canned tuna or salmon on hand for quick meals⁠ ⁠ Which one are you adding to your weekly routine? Drop it in the comments below!⁠ ⁠ xx, Patricia 💛⁠ ⁠ #wellnessintelligence #highprotein #proteintips⁠
Feeling overwhelmed? This one’s for you. 💛 H Feeling overwhelmed? This one’s for you. 💛 Here’s your 5-minute stress reset in a glass—a creamy, gut-friendly smoothie packed with natural probiotics, fiber, and tropical flavor to help calm your system and lift your mood. 🥝🥭✨ Mango Kiwi Kefir Lime Smoothie Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1 cup plain lowfat kefir • 1½ cups fresh ripe mango, chopped (about 2 small mangos) • 2 celery stalks, chopped • 2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice (about 1 lime) • ½ cup ice (add more to thicken as needed) • 2 kiwis, peeled Directions: ➤ Add all ingredients except kiwi to a blender and blend on high until smooth and creamy. ➤ Add kiwi and blend on low to keep the seeds intact. ➤ Pour into 2 glasses and enjoy immediately—bonus points for a fun garnish. 😊 Let me know if you try it—and tag a friend who could use a quick stress reset today. 🌿 xx, Patricia #wellnessintelligence #stressrelief #womenswellness
Feeling bloated, crampy, or just off? 🍵⁠ ⁠ Feeling bloated, crampy, or just off? 🍵⁠ ⁠ These 5 stress-relieving teas can help calm your gut—and your mind.⁠ ⁠ Each one supports digestion and gives your nervous system a chance to reset (because stress and bloating often go hand-in-hand 💛).⁠ ⁠ Here’s how they work:⁠ ⁠ 1️⃣ Peppermint Tea – eases gas and bloating⁠ 2️⃣ Ginger Tea – calms nausea and supports digestion⁠ 3️⃣ Chamomile Tea – soothes gut inflammation + relaxes the body⁠ 4️⃣ Fennel Tea – reduces bloating and cramping⁠ 5️⃣ Dandelion Tea – gently supports liver detox and digestion⁠ ⁠ ✨ Try one after a heavy meal, during a stressful day, or as part of your wind-down routine.⁠ ⁠ Save this post for the next time your gut needs a little love.⁠ ⁠ xx, Patricia 💛⁠ ⁠ #wellnessintelligence #digestiontips #stressrelief
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