Oven-Fried Chicken

What first comes to mind when someone says "healthy dinner"? Is it the stereotypical, boring, dry chicken breast void of flavor that you would like to hurl at the TV while watching America's Next Top Model? Well, I'm here to say it does not have to be that way!...

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Ground Beef and Veggies

Dum dum dum. It's dinner time. The kids are home, tired and hungry, and ready to pounce on anything edible. Your spouse is probably tired and hungry. You are tired and hungry. You need something easy, preferably healthy, and you need it fast. Luckily you don't always...

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Breastfeeding Troubleshooting

Breastfeeding Troubleshooting

Hello all! I've finally found a few minutes to clickity-clack away on my keyboard while my bouncy baby boy Matthew coos away under his jungle gym. The past 8 weeks have been a whirlwind of exciting milestones, emotions and sleepless nights. Part of this journey has...

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Long time, no post…..

Hello all. Although it has been literally years since last posting, I have not forgotten my little nutrition blog. The past couple years has brought a whirl-wind of wonderful changes in my life: new jobs as a dietitian, met and married the love of my life, Michael,...

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Thanksgiving!!

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org: My husband was diagnosed with diabetes as few months ago and has been working hard to lose weight and control his blood sugar.  Each year we have a family gathering for thanksgiving that includes...

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Lunch vs. Busy Work Day

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org : I have diabetes and work long hours.  I usually eat lunch at my desk while working.  I'm struggling with what I can have for lunch.  Could you give me some tips on what to pack for lunch at work?...

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Bread

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org : My husband has diabetes and we always eat whole wheat bread but wanted something different for a change.  Is rye bread or sourdough bread as good of an option as whole wheat? There are so many...

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Staying Motivated

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org: I have diabetes and I'm having trouble staying consistent and motivated.  I'm usually good for about 2 weeks and then I go back to my old ways of eating and lack of exercise.  How can I stay...

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Potlucks…

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org .... I attend a monthly book club with friends that includes a dinner potluck in which everyone contributes a dish.  I have type 2 diabetes and I struggle with what to eat at the potluck.  Could...

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The Dawn Phenomenon

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org : I was just told I am type 2 diabetic.  My doctor told me to try to control my numbers by diet.  I have noticed my blood sugar is high in the morning before I have eaten.  Could you explain why?...

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Hi! I’m Elissa.

Food4Success

Food4Success

Welcome! I am a registered dietitian, mother of 2 littles, and messy cook who loves spreading credible nutrition knowledge and tasty, nutritious recipes. With our busy lifestyles now a days, I am ALL about simplicity without sacrificing taste or nutrition. My hope is to empower clients, individuals, and families with the nutritional knowledge that allow them to live life to the fullest, and enjoy their food too!

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