Appel Nutrition Inc.

Appel Nutrition Inc. Losing weight with a healthy mindset,
Without scale obsession! Jenna owns and operates Appel Nutrition Inc.

Jenna Appel is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES). She is a nationally recognized expert in healing her clients relationship to food and is frequently sought after by the media as a trusted source of nutrition, wellness and fitness information. Her unique approach incorporates the use of non-scale victories through evidence-based practi

ces to provide her clients with the tools and support they need to reach their optimal health. Jenna earned her Bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus on management and marketing at the University of Hartford. She then pursued a Master’s of Science degree in nutrition from Hunter College, and completed her dietetic internship at the University of Virginia Health System in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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Jenna is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) which is an associate of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and is also a Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) in the State of Florida. In addition, she is a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) with more than 10 certifications in the field. in South Florida offering individualized and group nutrition counseling in the private, corporate and country club settings.

✨ You don’t need a “perfect” breakfast.You just need one that works for you and keeps you fueled.The balance AKA what I ...
05/01/2026

✨ You don’t need a “perfect” breakfast.
You just need one that works for you and keeps you fueled.

The balance AKA what I aim for on my plate:

• Protein → keeps you full + stabilizes blood sugar
• Fiber + carbs → energy for your brain
• Fat → hormones, satisfaction, and “I’m not starving in 45 minutes” energy

✨ Why this matters especially postpartum:
Your body just did Superman type sh*t. Now it’s running on broken sleep, healing, and keeping a tiny human alive.

✨ My go-to breakfasts:

🥄 Chia pudding + protein + nut butter

🥣 Overnight oats + protein
(Greek yogurt, egg or protein powder mixed in)

🍳 Eggs + whole grain bread + 🥑

🥛 Cereal + protein drink for milk + berries

Comment below what you had for breakfast today ⬇️

Here’s the part no one really says out loud:You don’t need a “perfect” diet postpartum…you need a supported one.Because ...
04/29/2026

Here’s the part no one really says out loud:
You don’t need a “perfect” diet postpartum…
you need a supported one.

Because healing, hormones, sleep deprivation, and caring for a tiny human?
That’s a full-time job 🤔

✨ What your body actually needs right now:
• Protein → to heal tissue, support muscle, and keep your energy from crashing
• Carbs → your brain + milk supply (if breastfeeding) need them
• Fats → for hormones, mood, and feeling satisfied
• Fluids + electrolytes → because somehow you’re both exhausted and dehydrated

✨ What this can look like in real life:
• Scrambled eggs + toast + fruit
• Rotisserie chicken + bagged salad + avocado
• Yogurt + granola + banana

✨ The real goal?
Not perfection. Not restriction. Not “bouncing back.”

It’s:
Eating enough… consistently… so you can feel like a human again.

Because when you’re nourished:
🤍 your mood is more stable
🤍 your energy is more consistent
🤍 your body can actually heal

And honestly… that matters way more than anything happening on the scale right now.

Comment “RELATE” if you’ve ever been in a “just getting through the day” era 😅

The long awaited recipe is now live 👇🏼 !!! My sister made these for me and now we are both… fully obsessed (read: addict...
04/28/2026

The long awaited recipe is now live 👇🏼 !!!

My sister made these for me and now we are both… fully obsessed (read: addicted) 😅

They’re quick, balanced, and actually keep me full (which postpartum… matters).

🥜 Ingredients:
• ½ cup peanut butter
• ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup oats
• ½ cup chocolate chips
• 2 Tbsp flaxseed
• 1 Tbsp chia seeds
• 2 scoops protein powder

👩‍🍳 Directions:
Mix everything → chill 20 min → roll into balls → done ✔️

📊 Per bite (about 14 total):
• Calories: ~145
• Protein: ~6.5–7g
• Carbs: ~12–13g
• Fat: ~8g
• Fiber: ~2–2.5g

Comment below when you make it and let me know what you think! 🤍

Postpartum has a way of humbling you… fast.Not because you’re doing anything wrong —but because you’re navigating someth...
04/22/2026

Postpartum has a way of humbling you… fast.

Not because you’re doing anything wrong —
but because you’re navigating something huge without nearly enough built-in support.

And somehow…
asking for help still feels like the hardest part.

Harder than the sleep deprivation.
Harder than figuring out feeding.
Harder than the emotional rollercoaster.

✨ Why asking for help feels so hard:
• You’re used to being the one who has it together
• You think you should be able to handle it
• You don’t want to inconvenience anyone
• You wait until you’re overwhelmed instead of supported

✨ Let’s reframe that:
Support isn’t something you earn.
It’s something you’re allowed to have — especially right now.

Because the right kind of help can look like:
🤍 Therapy → a space to talk it out instead of holding it all in
👶 Childcare → time to rest, shower, or just exist without multitasking
🥗 A dietitian → meals that actually support your energy, mood, and recovery

✨ Why it’s worth it:
• You feel more like yourself again
• You have more patience and mental space
• You avoid burnout instead of trying to fix it later

✨ How to actually ask for help:
• Be clear: “Can you come by for an hour so I can nap?”
• Keep it simple: it doesn’t need to be a perfectly worded ask
• Lean on your people (and yes, paid support counts too)
• Start small — it gets easier every time

You don’t get bonus points for doing this alone.
You just get more exhausted.

If you’ve been thinking about asking for help…
this is your sign 💛

Comment below 👇🏼
What’s ONE thing that would make your life easier right now?

Postpartum Vanilla Chia Pudding with Berries 🍓Simple, filling, and actually realistic right now.🥄 Ingredients:1 cup soy ...
04/20/2026

Postpartum Vanilla Chia Pudding with Berries 🍓

Simple, filling, and actually realistic right now.

🥄 Ingredients:
1 cup soy milk
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
2 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
Berries on top
Mix, refrigerate overnight

🔢 Macros:
✨ ~410 calories
💪 ~42g protein
🌱 ~8–10g fiber

🧠 Why I love this postpartum:

🩷Protein → supports healing + keeps you full when meals get delayed
🩷Fiber → helps digestion + keeps blood sugar steady
🩷Healthy fats → support brain + mood
🩷Antioxidants → support recovery

Some days it’s pretty.
Some days it’s eaten standing at the counter.
Some days (read: MOST DAYS) it’s interrupted 6 times.

Comment below 👇🏼 if you want more easy postpartum meals like this. Let me know if you make this!

Let’s talk postpartum supplements… from a dietitian who is very much in it right now 😅Here’s what I’m currently taking t...
04/17/2026

Let’s talk postpartum supplements… from a dietitian who is very much in it right now 😅

Here’s what I’m currently taking to support recovery, energy, hydration, and (attempted) sleep:

✨ AM routine:
• Theralogix Postnatal Supplement (3 capsules)
• Pure Encapsulations COQ10
→ includes vitamin D3, choline + omega-3s
• Thorne creatine monohydrate
• Vital Proteins Collagen Powder
• Sugar-free Liquid I.V. electrolyte packet

🌙 PM routine:
• Pure Encapsulations magnesium glycinate

Nothing excessive. Nothing overwhelming. Just targeted support where I need it most right now.

Quick note because I know this one gets questions… creatine 👀
It’s one of the most researched supplements and supports energy production, muscle recovery, and even brain function (very helpful in this sleep-deprived season).
And no—it’s not just for workouts!

And here’s your gentle reminder:
👉 supplements are supportive… not the foundation

Nothing beats:
🥗 Nourishing meals
🧠 Prioritizing mental health
💧 Staying hydrated
😴 Getting rest when you can (even if it’s broken sleep)

If you’re choosing supplements, look for:
✔️ Third-party tested brands
✔️ Free of artificial dyes + fillers
✔️ Doses that actually make sense

All of these are linked in my Amazon storefront 🤍

DM me if you want help figuring out what you actually need!

As a registered dietitian and first time mama, my fourth trimester meal plan is simple, flexible, and built around what ...
04/15/2026

As a registered dietitian and first time mama, my fourth trimester meal plan is simple, flexible, and built around what my body actually needs right now:

✨ My non-negotiables:
• 3 meals + 1 snack (minimum)
• Eat every 3–5 hours
• Follow the plate method (1/4 plate protein, 1/4 plate high fiber carb, 1/2 plate veg)
• Start the day with protein + fiber (game changer for energy + blood sugar)
• Meals might be rushed… but I still show up for them

Because right now? Timing > perfection.

🥗 Sample day:
• Breakfast: high-fiber cereal + scoop of protein powder & almond milk (used as the milk for my cereal) + berries
• Lunch: big salad (I love a BAS) with chicken + avocado
• Snack: 2 peanut butter chocolate chip protein balls (homemade by my sister!)
• Dinner: salmon + veggies + brown rice

Some meals are eaten one-handed. Some are cold. Some are interrupted 17 times.
Still counts. Still works. Still supports healing. 💛

If you’re in this season—this is your reminder:
you don’t need perfect meals… you need CONSISTENT nourishment.

👇 comment below if you’re in your fourth trimester or remember this phase

Postpartum has a way of changing everything… even the relationships that once felt so easy.Last night I went to bed feel...
04/13/2026

Postpartum has a way of changing everything… even the relationships that once felt so easy.

Last night I went to bed feeling this wave 🌊 of sadness thinking about my dogs.
They used to be my whole world… my routine, my comfort, my constant.

And now?
Some days I feel distant. Touched out. Overstimulated.
Like I don’t have the same capacity I used to.

And the guilt… it’s real.

But I keep reminding myself—
this isn’t a loss, it’s a transition.

They’re still my dogs.🐶
I’m still their person.🩷
We’re just finding our way back to each other in a new season of life.🐾

If you’ve felt this… you’re not a bad dog mom.
You’re adjusting to something really big 💛

👇 Comment below if you’ve had this feeling too🐶

Postpartum isn’t the time for a “perfect” routine… it’s the time for a supportive one 🤍This is what’s been helping me fe...
04/12/2026

Postpartum isn’t the time for a “perfect” routine… it’s the time for a supportive one 🤍

This is what’s been helping me feel a little more like myself again:
not doing more… just doing what actually works ✨

☀️ Walk for fresh air + mood
🧘‍♀️ A few minutes to quiet my mind
💭 Set an intention (not a never-ending to-do list)
💧 Hydrate before coffee
🍳 Eat consistently (because hormones LOVE stability)
📓 Journal when my brain feels loud

Nothing fancy. Nothing extreme.
Just small habits that help regulate my nervous system 🫶 support my hormones ⚖️ and keep me grounded in a season that can feel… a little chaotic 🤍

Let this be your reminder:
you don’t need a full reset—you need a few anchors ⚓️

Comment ROUTINE if you want help building one that actually fits your life 💛

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