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My journey into the world of dietary and nutritional wellness began at four years old, when my mother was diagnosed with colorectal cancer the first time. After her colon was surgically shortened, there were many foods she had to avoid. Five years later, the cancer returned, and as I grew older, I self-taught nutrition while […]

The papaya is featured prominently in Nutriologic’s imagery, and for a very special reason: When I think of a papaya, I think of happy memories with my mother. My mother used to serve me papaya slices every morning for breakfast. I came to love this sweet and tender fruit not just for its flavor, but

Spring is a season of renewal, and there’s no better place to start than in the kitchen. When you refresh your pantry, you refresh your nutrition, and when you improve your nutrition, you improve your life! The changes I’m making today are simple swaps that prioritize your favorite foods in a healthier way. One of

Many people think of caregivers as professionals who are trained and paid to help a person with short-term or long-term limitations due to illness, injury, or disability. But most caregivers are not medical professionals; they are friends and family members who step up to help loved ones in need. Caregivers do lifesaving and compassionate work

Carbohydrates are an important macronutrient, and a controversial one. Everywhere you look, low-carb diets are touted as a way to lose weight and fight inflammation. Carbohydrates are not bad. They provide the body with glucose, which the body converts into energy. In fact, carbohydrates are the brain’s preferred source of energy. People with diabetes need

Cooking with my grandmother is one of my favorite family traditions. She has perfected many recipes that have been passed down for generations, including her savory cooked beans. It’s a delicious dish, but the traditional recipe isn’t very healthy. So, when I cooked beans with my grandmother recently, I took the opportunity to give the

Coffee and controversy go hand-in-hand. It seems like every day, there is a new study claiming that “Coffee helps you live longer!” or “Quit caffeine to get healthy!” The advice is contradictory, so today, I’m telling you the science-backed truth about one of the world’s most popular drinks. Coffee is an excellent source of antioxidants,

Parents of picky eaters know the challenge of getting kids to enjoy food that nourishes their growing bodies. It’s no surprise that so many children reject whole foods in favor of packaged snacks with bright colors and kid-friendly advertising: Half of all the ad time on children’s television shows are for food, and almost all

Part of my role as a Nutrition Coach is addressing misconceptions people have about food, and one of the most common misconceptions is that eating soy products causes breast cancer. Many people believe that eating soy can raise a person’s risk of breast cancer, but, fortunately, that is not true. The myth was developed out

Your first nutrition coaching session is the start of your wellness evolution. This is an exciting time, and I want you to get the most out of each session! This starts with your first session, called a Discovery Meeting. At Nutriologic, we call your first session a Discovery Meeting because it is designed to discover