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Let’s face it, caregiving can be tough on the care

Let’s face it, caregiving can be tough on the caregiver — and research shows that it can wreak havoc on eating habits. 🍋
In my latest article for 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙜𝙤 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 magazine, I explore how to maximize nutrition for amazing caregivers.
[See full article linked in my bio.]
While it’s easy to forget about your nutrition needs when in the throes of caregiving, making a few mindful maneuvers can do wonders for boosting your energy with nourishing foods.
🌱 Make one bowl meals with pre-cut veggies, quick cook grains + lean proteins.
🌱 Toss canned beans into soups and salads.
🌱 Roast sheet pan meals with pre-cut veggies, frozen fish and rice.
🌱Enjoy snack plate meals with hummus or bean dip, pre-cut veggies and whole grain crackers.
🔌 Do you need help meeting your nutrition goals? I highly recommend meeting with a registered dietitian nutritionist! 🍇 🍄🍒🍑🥝🫐
TY to Chicago RDs: Jen Bruning and Kristin Gustashaw for lending their expertise!✨
#chicagocaregiving #writer #nutrition @eatright_pro #mealplanningideas

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲 ☀️ Spending time with long

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲 ☀️
Spending time with long-time friends in the water, sunshine and breezy air makes everything better! 🙌
✨Research shows that making room for joy with friends is such a vital part of health and longevity.
✨ Fun gives us a reason to connect. Keeping connections alive through the years helps keeps us mentally and physically healthy.
✨ Smiling and laughter can boost mood by releasing feel-good neuromodulators, dopamine and serotonin. Yay!
Such fun! @kristenavini @jill_hb @scottretelny ❤️
#lakelife #magicianlakemichigan #puremichigan #friends #summer2026

Snapshots from AMAZING Alaska. 🫎 🐻🦦🐳🦅 What an inc

Snapshots from AMAZING Alaska. 🫎 🐻🦦🐳🦅
What an incredible adventure it was to see the many facets of this amazing state! ☀️
▶️ Flew over over breathtaking Denali in a seaplane 🏔️
▶️ Whale watched and glacier viewed in the fjords 🫍
▶️ fished (caught my first salmon!) 🎣 and saw bears 🐻 close up on a boat 🚤
▶️ explored the quaint seaside town of Homer and visited the famous @saltydawgsaloon where $1 bills line the walls 💵
▶️ kayaked in beautiful Summit Lake @summitlakelodgealaska
▶️ hiked around Hatcher Pass
▶️ enjoyed delicious hali”but” (with the most memorable being “The Bucket of Butts” @flamingoloungealaska )
It truly was a trip of a lifetime. Thanks for your hospitality, Wade Erikson, and to our dear friends — @honz611 @jen_houst who made it possible for @scottretelny and me to suspend our disbelief and enjoy this action-packed ride together! ❤️☀️❤️☀️❤️
One more tip: if you are setting out for Alaska be sure to visit, Girdwood and check out the restaurant @jackspratak — it’s a memorable place with great food and owners! 🙌
#alaska #summer2026 #vacation #friends #memoriesforlife❤️

A quick weekend in New York with family to celebra

A quick weekend in New York with family to celebrate a milestone birthday with Paul and just the beauty of life. ☀️🦋🌈
#lifeisgood❤️ #Cherishthemoments #love #family #sisters

It was fun to present this webinar on “Food & Mood

It was fun to present this webinar on “Food & Mood” for National Mental Health Awareness Month! 🧠
Thanks for the opportunity! @drinkorgain 💚
𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀:
- the brain and the gut are in constant communication via the two-way highway called the vagus nerve 🗣️
- 95% of the feel-good neurotransmitter, serotonin, is produced on your gut 🫶
- research shows that people who eat more fruits and veggies are happier 🍎🍇🍑🥝🍐
- beneficial bacteria in the gut create better mood states and fend off depression 🦠
- eating a plant-forward Mediterranean diet with produce, seafood and whole grains is an evidence-based way to boost your mood 🌟
A happy gut = a happy mood 🥰
For more on food and mood, check out @foodandmoodcentre @drewramseymd @drumanaidoo
#sponsored #mentalhealthawareness #foodmood #nutrition #dietitiansofinstagram

Happy 19, Sammie! 🩷 It’s been such joy seeing you

Happy 19, Sammie! 🩷
It’s been such joy seeing you grow, evolve and thrive in this life. ✨🧚‍♂️✨
We love you @sammieretelny 🫶
#birthdaygirl #birthday #taurus

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