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Medical review by Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN When new patients come to Maya Feller Nutrition, we ask them to share a copy of their most recent blood work to see what nutritional markers might be out of range. This helps the provider develop a personalized plan based on current data. We’ve found that people […]
Let’s talk about high protein foods and how they can fit into high protein meals you actually enjoy. What is protein? Protein is a macronutrient made up of amino acids (often called the building blocks of the body). How does protein work? When you eat protein, your body breaks it down into amino acids and […]
GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) medications have recently grown in popularity, being often mentioned in weight management and diabetes discussions. With their rise in discussion in the healthcare space, let’s deep dive into exactly what they are, their role in nutrition, and why you should be working with a Registered Dietitian. Why, you may ask? These medications […]
This just in: you don’t have to skip the spud (or other starchy veggies) if you have diabetes. By Elizabeth Shaw, M.S., RDN, CPTOctober 17, 2023 Maya Feller contributed to this article on the role of starchy vegetables in a diabetes-friendly pattern of eating, emphasizing that they can be part of a balanced eating plan […]
By now, you all know that not only do I love food and eating, and I am eternally grateful to the growers, pickers, packers, and shippers who make it possible for wholesome, nourishing produce that we all love to show up at our farmer markets, grocery stores and then on to our tables. I was […]
By Dezi Abeyta July 26, 2023 Diversify Your Diet for Better Health In the Men’s Health article, “The Secret to Eating Better Is Eating Broader,” Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN, emphasizes the power of embracing culturally diverse foods for better health. As in her book, Eating From Our Roots, she advocates for incorporating traditional global […]
Considerations of “healthy” including shopping the full grocery store Here’s an example that I often use when discussing food shaming and the hierarchy our society assigns to food. In many social circles, enjoying a glass or more of expensive red wine with a filet mignon at a fine dining establishment is thought of as a […]
Have you ever considered that there may be a link between your eating patterns and hormones? Many of us are living with and managing hormonal imbalances, which can stem from a variety of causes and can result in diabetes, insulin resistance, thyroid dysfunction, and more. But there is a link between your eating patterns and […]
So many of us have shifted the focus to make our health, wellness, and quality of life a priority. And with the increasing awareness of chronic inflammation and the efforts to mitigate it, you’ve likely heard a lot more about antioxidants and the many antioxidant benefits for your health. But what, exactly, are antioxidants and […]
