Dishing Up Nutrition

Along with the why behind cravings, this episode is packed with practical, real-food snack ideas. Leah shares simple options for sweet, chocolate, and salty cravings, as well as nighttime snacking, including yogurt with berries, protein shakes, apple slices with nut butter, cottage cheese with fruit, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, hard-boiled eggs, avocado with veggies, and more. It’s a helpful episode for anyone who wants better snack ideas and a better understanding of how to satisfy cravings without the crash.

GLP-1 medications can support weight loss, but without proper nutrition, they may also cause fatigue, muscle loss, and nutrient deficiencies. In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, our dietitians explain how these medications affect appetite, digestion, and metabolism, and what to eat to stay nourished. Learn practical strategies to prioritize protein, maintain energy, support gut health, and protect long-term wellness while using GLP-1 medications.

Cooking for one can feel like more effort than it’s worth, but it doesn’t have to mean takeout, snack dinners, or eating the same leftovers all week. In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, Kara shares simple, practical strategies to make solo cooking easier, more flexible, and more nourishing. If you’re in a season of cooking for yourself, this episode will help you make real food feel doable again. 
 

Learn the basics of endometriosis: what it is, common symptoms, and why diagnosis can take years. In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, Kara Carper and Brandy Buro explain how inflammation, hormone imbalance, and gut health all contribute to this condition. Discover practical, nutrition-based strategies, including anti-inflammatory foods, essential supplements, and lifestyle habits, that may help reduce pain and support overall wellness for those living with endometriosis.

In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, dietitian Amy Crum explains how to identify if you’re lactose intolerant and what symptoms to watch for. Learn the difference between lactose intolerance and dairy sensitivity, why some people have trouble digesting lactose, and how gut health affects this process. If you’ve ever wondered whether dairy is causing your symptoms, this episode offers clear, practical guidance.