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6 Easy Ways to Stop Eating When You’re Not Hungry

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Do you ever find it difficult to stop eating when you’re not hungry?

For instance, by catching yourself eating more of a particular food than you’d originally intended to? Or mindlessly reaching for the refrigerator door in search of something to munch on?

This happens to the best of us, and yes, even to registered dietitians.

I, for one, know I’m way more likely to eat when I’m not hungry when I don’t get enough sleep. Since I’m currently caring for a little one under one, this challenge is a daily one!

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How to Increase Iron Levels Naturally: Cooking with a Cast Iron Skillet

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Today I want answer a common question that many mamas have, either related to themselves or to little ones. That’s how to increase iron levels naturally!

There are many ways to increase your iron levels, including supplements. But as a registered dietitian, I tend to take a foods first approach to most things.

So when it comes to raising blood iron levels, I’m naturally inclined to suggest several food-related options before turning to a supplement.

In this article, I want to share with you one of my favorites ways to increase iron levels naturally — cooking with a cast iron skillet.

I’ll cover how to season your cast iron skillet, how to cook with it and why doing so can help boost your iron levels!
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Quick & Healthy Vegan Snacks

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Snacks are one aspect of nutrition that many mammas I know struggle with.

Some are avid snackers but bored with their usual choices while others avoid snacks altogether out of worry that they will lead to unwanted weight gain.

Some also wonder whether there is a moment in the day when snacks are most beneficial and how to make sure they’re nutritious as possible.

Today’s video will cover everything about snacks. [Read more…] about Quick & Healthy Vegan Snacks

21 Protein-Rich Foods For Vegetarian and Vegan Mamas

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One of the biggest concerns newly vegetarian and vegan mamas list is the fear their new diet may not provide them or their little ones with enough protein-rich foods.

Some may even contemplate adding protein powders to their diet to make sure they get enough of this nutrient.

As a registered dietitian, I’m here to tell you that it’s often unnecessary. [Read more…] about 21 Protein-Rich Foods For Vegetarian and Vegan Mamas