The Unconventional Dietitians

04/07/2026

Summer is right around the corner… which means zucchini season is (almost) here

Many people don't like zucchini because they end up with a soggy, mushy mess instead of something delicious.

Here’s the simple trick that changes everything: salt your zucchini before you cook it.

After you slice or chop it, sprinkle with salt and let it sit.
That salt pulls excess water out of the zucchini (this is key 👇)

Less water = better texture
Better texture = no more mushy zucchini

Let it sit anywhere from 30 minutes to 12 hours, depending on your time.
Then just pat it dry and cook as usual.

It’s a small step that makes a big difference—and once you try it, you won’t go back.

For this dinner, I cut and salted the zucchini in the morning. When I was ready to cook it, I wiped off the water and salt, seasoned it with all purpose seasoning. Then roasted at 400 degrees for 20ish minutes on parchment paper (making it easier to clean). I sprinkled with fresh parm cheese just to melt it, then served.

03/29/2026

As the heat rolls in, electrolyte drinks are everywhere- but do you actually need them?

Here's the breakdown:
* exercising for 60 minutes or less, water is all you need
* exercising 90+ minutes, sweating heavily, or working out in the heat, a basic electrolyte replacement is worth it

Beyond exercise, you may also benefit from electrolytes if you are experiencing:
+ muscle cramps (yes, including menstrual cramps)
+ restless leg syndrome
+ regular sauna sessions
+ diarrhea (where a not concentrated formula may be needed)

Electrolytes are valuable - just not a requirement every time you move your body. Know when you need them and save your money for when it counts.

Thanks Claire for the pics, and to all the ladies who played today!

03/28/2026

Not smaller.
Not quieter.
Not more acceptable.

Beautiful.

And here’s the truth—feeling beautiful isn’t about how it looks to anyone else. It’s about how it feels in your body.

It’s wearing the outfit that feels a little “too much.”
It’s speaking up when you’d normally stay quiet.
It’s trying something new, even if it scares you.

Because growth doesn’t live inside comfort zones.

So this is your reminder—
Be bold.
Take up space.
Do the thing.

If it lights you up, if it expands you, if it makes you feel more like you…

Do it.
And don’t apologize for it.

03/21/2026

We all have full lives pulling us in every direction. And while we don’t get together often, a few times a year is all it takes to remind me how important this group is.

Our “book club” technically starts with a book… but let’s be honest, we spend a few minutes on the plot and then dive straight into real life. The updates, the laughs, the honest conversations you just can’t have anywhere else.

There’s something powerful about sitting around a table with women who truly see you—no pressure or judgment, just connection. It fills a cup you didn’t even realize was running low.

And of course… what gets said at book club, stays at book club.

03/15/2026

Sometimes meal prep is a simple prep of making a few meals during the week easier.
Ground beef for taco bowls
Boiled eggs for a quick snack
Sweet potatoes because I'll eat them
Cut up kiwi to make sure it gets eaten
I have a few things from the freezer that will be added

While these are not full meals they will make the week a little smoother.

What does meal prep look like for you this week?

03/05/2026

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03/01/2026

It's true that many people, mostly women, are (or have been) lacking adequate protein in their diet. Protein plays such a vital role in hormone balance, specifically insulin and blood sugar balance.

The addition of protein from real food sources will create a positive ripple effect in cravings, hunger and satiety cues, etc.

The food industry does a great job catching into this trend and exploiting it. Don't be dumb and fall for their stupid tricks.

Please, for the love of all things sacred, do not get excited about protein added to foods that contain no or minimal nutritive value.

To interpret the message for you, YOU NEED PROTEIN FROM REAL FOOD SOURCES, not just protein for the sake of additional protein.

Thank you, I'll step off of my soapbox now.

02/28/2026

Let's talk about granola...

Even the perceived healthy brands contain about 4-5 grams of sugar for 1/3 cup. If you're adding this to yogurt and fruit you may be starting your breakfast with 10-20 grams of sugar, depending on if your yogurt is flavored (that doesn't even count if you add flavored coffee creamer to your coffee with breakfast).

While 4-5 grams is not excessive, when you add it all together it can end up being more than you bargained for to start your day.

A simple change can be adding nuts or seeds instead of granola - slivered almonds, pecan or walnut pieces, pumpkin or sunflower seeds.

I'm not implying that you shouldn't eat sugar, but you want to make sure that your healthy breakfast doesn't have a lot of sugar every morning. Save your sugar for a decadent brownie!

02/13/2026

Make a point this weekend to find time to enjoy yourself. Spend time doing something that makes you happy and makes your heart smile.
Something you can loose track of time doing.
Something that you can look back on and know that it brings you pure joy.
Even if it's something small.
Even if it's not what the whole world would appreciate, but you know it uplifts your whole self.

Because if you don't, what's the point in being here?

01/31/2026

When is cold outside it can be hard to make sure you're drinking enough water. The struggle is real...

01/26/2026

This weekend our Mom Force krewe walked in the Chewbaccus parade in New Orleans 💫
It was a long day, and I wanted to bring you along to show something important:
real life nutrition isn’t perfect.
A few snacks didn’t make it on camera — trail mix, kale chips, maybe a handful of corn chips. And honestly? I didn’t eat enough during the day. By the time we got back to the hotel, my feet were wrecked from dancing all night and I chose sleep over walking to grab food. I was tired and went to bed hungry.
The next day, we had a solid breakfast and I had food ready when we got home.
No spiraling. No “making up for it.” No starting over.
Just moving on and returning to my normal eating patterns this week.
Because one imperfect day doesn’t undo anything.

01/22/2026

I’ll be honest—I’m usually not a king cake person.

Between the wildly inconsistent quality and knowing that gluten doesn’t love me back, it’s usually a hard pass.

But today I tried Whiskful Baking Co…wow.
It was actually good. Like really good.

Even better? My husband and son—who approach all gluten-free foods with a very skeptical palate—both loved it. That’s saying something.

And bonus: she offers a variety of flavors, so there’s something for everyone.

If you’re looking for a gluten-free king cake that doesn’t feel like a compromise, this one is absolutely worth a taste!