The Dietitian

The Dietitian đŸŒ±Personalised nutrition
đŸŒ±Using diet to help you balance your blood sugar and improve your weight.

22/04/2026

To those who have been requesting information about foods that may help lower high cholesterol levels, please watch this video.

20/04/2026

You can feel fine and still have high blood pressure. Checking your blood pressure regularly can help you detect it early. Today is a good day to check yours.

Below are 11 examples of healthy fat sources that you can add to your diet 1) Avocado2) African pear (Ube)3) Groundnuts4...
18/04/2026

Below are 11 examples of healthy fat sources that you can add to your diet

1) Avocado
2) African pear (Ube)
3) Groundnuts
4) Cashew nuts
5) Walnuts
6) Almonds
7) Chia seeds
8 ) Eggs
9) Sesame seeds (beniseeds)
10) Melon seeds (egusi)
11) Mackerel (‘Titus’ fish)

18/04/2026

Did you know that people without diabetes can experience low blood sugar?

Watch this video to learn more.

14/04/2026

Sorghum and Millet for Blood Sugar: What You Need to Know.

Here’s a simplified Yoruba version of the video that was posted yesterday.

Please don’t get the wrong impression. Yesterday, I shared that sorghum and millet should be eaten in smaller portions t...
14/04/2026

Please don’t get the wrong impression. Yesterday, I shared that sorghum and millet should be eaten in smaller portions to help support blood sugar balance, this does NOT mean they are unhealthy.

In fact, most grains are naturally rich in carbohydrates. Because of this, they should be eaten with awareness, especially if you’re following a carbohydrate-controlled diet for blood sugar management.

Even with acha (fonio), portion control still matters.

So the message isn’t to avoid these grains altogether, they can absolutely be part of a healthy diet.

The key is understanding that they contain carbs and being mindful of how much you eat, particularly if you’re managing high blood sugar.

13/04/2026

Sorghum and millet for blood sugar management: what you need to know.

“I’ll start my wellness journey when I can afford healthy food.”You don’t have to wait for that.Start small. Start simpl...
13/04/2026

“I’ll start my wellness journey when I can afford healthy food.”

You don’t have to wait for that.

Start small. Start simple. Start now.

It’s not about perfection, it’s about patience, consistency, and progress.

You’re not stuck. You can start showing up for your health today.

This week, choose better; one meal, one habit at a time.

11/04/2026

Even if your swallow is made from sorghum (oka baba) and millet (jero), it’s not carbohydrate-free, eating too much can still raise your blood sugar.

Portion control is key.

11/04/2026

You don’t have to stick to unripe plantain ‘swallow’ every time, here’s another delicious way to enjoy unripe plantain!

đŸ‘‰đŸœVideo + ingredients list by on IG.

Ingredients:
Unripe plantains
Pepper mix (tomato, tatashe, shombo, scotch bonnet)
Onion
Coconut milk
Goat meat
Shaki
Seasoning to taste
Pepper soup spice
Finish with scent leaves 🌿
Simple, rich, and packed with flavor

Here are 3 simple tips from The Dietitian to help you enjoy this meal for your health.

🎯 Fair warning: this meal is very tasty, so be mindful of your portions 😂

🎯 Add more veggies to bulk up your plate and help keep your blood sugar in check

🎯 You tweak the ingredients to suit your health goals

Enjoy your food, but stay intentional! Check out his page for the ingredients list.

🎯Remember, you can enjoy delicious and varied meals and still smash your health goals.

10/04/2026

Watch this video to learn how constant snacking can worsen insulin resistance.

Life is interesting
 everyone is fighting a different battle.While you’re trying so hard to lose weight
someone else is ...
07/04/2026

Life is interesting
 everyone is fighting a different battle.

While you’re trying so hard to lose weight

someone else is doing everything they can to gain it.

While you’re working to bring your blood sugar down

someone else is struggling to keep theirs from dropping too low.

While you’re managing high blood pressure

someone else is trying to raise theirs just enough to feel normal.

While you’re dealing with an overactive thyroid

someone else is battling an underactive one.

While you’re uncomfortable with constipation

someone else is praying for their stool to become solid again.

While you can use the bathroom without a second thought

someone else has to pass stool through an opening in their abdomen.

While you can eat, chew, and swallow freely

someone else relies on a feeding tube.

Same life
 different realities.

It doesn’t mean your struggles aren’t real.
But it’s a reminder, there’s always another side.

So don’t let your current situation discourage you.

Take a moment to be grateful

and keep doing your best to take care of your health.

Because progress, no matter how small, still matters.

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