Slow Cooker Kale and Quinoa Minestrone Soup Ingredients: 1 Tbsp olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 1 – 28-oz can, low sodium diced tomatoes 2 cups frozen green beans 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika (optional for added depth of flavor) 1 tsp oregano (fresh or dried) 1 tsp… Read More
The Gut-Heart Connection: How Gut Health Impacts Heart Health Your gut is home to trillions of microbes that influence almost every aspect of your health, including your cardiovascular system. Here are the key ways your gut impacts your heart: Regulation of Inflammation: Chronic inflammation is a significant contributor to heart disease. A healthy gut microbiome produces short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) like butyrate, which help regulate… Read More
Spicy Lentil Power Bowl with Pickled Red Onions, Avocado, and Cilantro Ingredients For the Lentils 1 cup dried lentils (green or brown), rinsed 2 cups vegetable broth (or water) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference) Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 cup tomato… Read More
How Genetic Testing Enhances Personalized Nutrition Plans Have you ever wondered why certain diets work wonders for some people but not for others? The answer lies in your DNA. Genetic testing plays a key role in creating personalized nutrition plans by analyzing how your body responds to different foods. At SO Nutrition, we use cutting-edge nutritional genomic testing to help individuals uncover… Read More
Avocado Spinach Sandwich Elevate your lunch game with this simple and nutritious plant-based sandwich, which is packed with fiber, healthy fats, and vibrant veggies. Ingredients: 2 slices 100% whole grain or gluten-free bread 2 tablespoons hummus 1/4 cup avocado, sliced 1 tomato, sliced 1 cup fresh spinach 1/4 cup sliced red onion Instructions: Toast bread to your desired… Read More
How Medical Nutrition Therapy Supports Kidney Disease Management Managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) before dialysis requires more than just medication—it demands a precise CKD diet plan that supports kidney function. Medical nutrition therapy for kidney disease plays a crucial role in slowing disease progression, minimizing complications, and improving quality of life. At SO Nutrition, our registered dietitian for kidney disease creates customized nutrition… Read More
Pom and Kale Salad Pomegranate, White Bean, and Kale Salad With POM Vinaigrette Salad recipe by POM Wonderful Prep Time: 15 Mins Total Time: 20 Mins Serves: 2 Difficulty: Easy Ingredients: Salad: 8 oz. organic chopped kale, tough stems removed Extra-virgin olive oil (for massaging kale) Kosher salt 3⁄4 cup white beans, drained and rinsed 1⁄2 cup POM Wonderful Pomegranate… Read More
Turkey Chili Stuffed Sweet Potato Recipe by: American Diabetes Association 4 small sweet potatoes 2 Tbsp olive oil (divided) 2 cloves garlic (minced) ¼ cup carrots (shredded) 2 stalks celery (small diced) 1 small yellow onion (small diced) 1 red bell pepper (small diced) 1 tsp chili powder ½ tsp dried oregano ½ cup lentils 8 oz low-sodium or no-added-salt… Read More
Hormone-Balancing Breakfast Egg Bites Ingredients: 8 eggs ¼ cup unsweetened plant-based milk 1 cup baby spinach, chopped ½ cup diced sweet potato ½ cup crumbled goat cheese ¼ cup diced red bell pepper 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro 1 tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp Himalayan pink salt or sea salt ¼ tsp black pepper Instructions: Preheat your… Read More
Top 5 Healthy Diet Plans For Weight Loss: Insights From A Registered Dietitian Achieving long-term sustainable weight loss requires more than just cutting calories or following fad diets. With the right guidance and a plan tailored to your lifestyle, you can find a weight-loss diet that works for you. Here, we highlight five popular healthy diet plans for weight loss that promote long-term success. These plans, backed by… Read More