Spring Clean Your Nutrition

Spring is a great time to reset—especially when it comes to balancing blood sugar levels. The best part? It is so simple!

Start with these five steps:

1. Clear out your pantry and fridge

Cut back on sugary drinks, snacks, and highly processed foods. Start replacing sugary drinks with electrolytes and water. I recommend fruit water. I love putting watermelon and lime in water with a little bit of mint. Replace snacks and processed foods with fresh fruit.

2. Restocking the kitchen

• Protein (eggs, chicken, plant-based protein shakes, low sodium/no sugar turkey sticks, etc.)
• Healthy fats (avocado, nuts, extra virgin olive oil, etc.)
• Fiber-rich carbs (veggies, berries, oats, farro)

3. Balance your meals

Adequate protein, fiber, and healthy fats together on your plate helps prevent blood sugar spikes and crashes.

4. Add small supports

Use cinnamon in your meals or drinks. Iced hibiscus tea with cinnamon (recipe below) is very good in the spring and summer months.

5. Keep it realistic

Simple meals. Consistent eating. No perfection needed.

A fresh season is a good time for a fresh start. Small changes can make a big difference in how you feel every day.