Erin is a registered dietitian and diabetes educator with almost 20 years of experience. She specializes in weight-inclusive diabetes care and prevention, intuitive eating, fitness, and women’s health. She works as a consultant and writer in the health and wellness space. Erin is passionate about empowering people to manage their own health and to have peace with food.
If you think you need to cut carbs to manage your diabetes, I’m here to tell you that you’ll be missing out! Oats are a grain (carb) that has some major benefits. So are oats good for diabetes? In this post, I’ll be sharing all of the benefits of oats,…
This post is a collaboration with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, a contractor of the Beef Checkoff. I received compensation, but all opinions are my own. The fall season is in full swing at our house. After a laidback summer, we are back to school—adapting to our regular routine. That means…
This post is a collaboration with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, on behalf of the Beef Checkoff. I received compensation, but all opinions are my own. Are you ready for back-to-school? It’s time! New clothes, school supplies, and a shift in schedule are sure signs of the season. This time of…
This post is a collaboration with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, on behalf of the Beef Checkoff. I received compensation, but all opinions are my own. Summer is coming to an end, and that means that fall sports season is ramping up. For us, the back-to-school season includes a steady schedule…
While I mostly write about diabetes and intuitive eating, I want the focus of the next several posts to be more on feeding the family. Mainly because this is one of my life’s biggest challenges. Even as a registered dietitian. Enter meal planning for busy moms. Honestly, there are weeks…
Honey has long been cherished for its natural sweetness and numerous health benefits, but what about its role in managing diabetes? Is honey good for diabetes? Today, we’re exploring the benefits of honey and its impact on blood sugar. For those living with diabetes, balancing blood sugar levels is a…
Life gets busy sometimes, and fast food can be one of life’s great conveniences when you’re crunched for time. But what if you’re trying to keep your blood sugars within your target range? Here are some diabetes friendly fast food orders that won’t spike your blood sugars. Whether you’re on…
Looking for meal ideas for gestational diabetes? I’ve got you covered! It can be difficult balancing your hunger and blood glucose levels during pregnancy. If you’ve been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, you may be wondering what you can eat. Today, I’m providing some meal ideas for you to manage your…
Baseball season is upon us and as a softball AND baseball mom, I’m constantly on-the-go. When your afternoons and evenings are spent at the field, you need to be prepared. Here are some softball and baseball mom bag essentials and snacks to bring to every game. I love spring and…
You know that diet is important when you have diabetes. You’re trying to nail down the best diet to lower your blood sugars. There’s a lot of buzz around both the DASH and Mediterranean diet. Is there one that’s better for people with diabetes? In today’s post, I’m discussing the…
