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Create Balanced and Nutritious Meals
Eating well is essential for maintaining energy, supporting overall health, and preventing chronic diseases. Creating balanced and nutritious meals doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming. With the right approach, you can enjoy delicious food that fuels your body and satisfies your taste buds. This guide will walk you through practical steps and simple healthy meal tips to help you build meals that are both wholesome and enjoyable. Understanding the Basics of Balance

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Oct 214 min read
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Nutrition 101: The Foundation of a Healthy Diet
One hour recording of Nutrition 101: The Foundation of a Healthy Diet presented at Happy Valley Library.

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Oct 11 min read
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Bourbon and Beyond: What I Ate as a Dietitian at a 4-Day Outdoor Music Festival
Bourbon and Beyond - Louisville, Kentucky September 2025 Every other year, my friends from around...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Sep 289 min read
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11 High Protein Snacks To Curb Savory Cravings
Snacks can be a healthy part of your everyday diet, but they are also where most people tend to overconsume calories and fat. Opting for...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Jul 99 min read
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Crispy Sesame Tempeh - Protein-Rich Vegan Dish
Vegan protein-rich meal ready in 30 minutes or less. Using gut-friendly, high-fiber Tempeh.

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Feb 101 min read
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Macaroni and Cheese comfort meal with a high-protein twist
Homemade Mac' n Cheese recipe that high in protein, high in fiber and easier to make than using a roux base.

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Feb 51 min read
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All About Fiber - From Food to Functional Fibers and How Fiber Changed Nutrition Labels
Fiber is an essential nutrient for ideal health. Learn more about the different types and sources of fiber and how nutrition labels changed.

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Feb 49 min read
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Toxic Seed Oils Exposed: Debunking the Myths and Understanding the Facts
An in-depth review of the science and data about seed oils and their impact on health.
Cate Brotman, MS
Jan 188 min read
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Quick and Healthy Costco Meals - Winter Edition
Quick, healthy meals are necessary for most busy lives in 2025. We know the more we can make meals at home, the better for our long-term...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Dec 27, 20244 min read
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Costco Chicken & Vegetable Frittata - Easy high-protein breakfast with rotisserie chicken
High protein frittata recipe using leftover rotisserie chicken

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Dec 27, 20241 min read
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Chicken tossed with Penne & Asparagus - A quick summer meal high in protein & fiber
Healthy high-fiber, high-protein meal ready in under 30 minutes.

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
May 29, 20241 min read
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Costco Finds – Quick & Healthy High-Protein, High-Fiber Meal Ideas
Staying on track with protein and fiber goals can be challenging with busy lives and summer activities. Fortunately, most stores now have...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
May 27, 20244 min read
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Tofu Gnocchi - A delicious high protein, high fiber twist on a classic Italian dish
Tofu Gnocchi with Marinara and Burrata Try this Instagram-inspired recipe, which turns a classic Italian meal into a delicious,...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
May 23, 20241 min read
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Chicken White Bean Chili Queso Mac - Healthy & Easy-to-make
Here is a spin on the Chili Mac and Cheese bake recipe. Use leftovers from our Chicken White Bean Chili recipe for this healthy and...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
May 7, 20241 min read
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Chicken White Bean Chili
White beans are high in protein and fiber. Adding chicken breast for more protein and using the crock-pot makes for an easy, flavorful meal.

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
May 7, 20241 min read
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"Delicious and Nutritious: Lemon Blueberry Pancake Bake that's high in protein and packed with flavor!"
I've been experimenting with high-protein baking, and this Lemon Blueberry Pancake bake is hands down my favorite so far. Over 30% of the...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Feb 28, 20242 min read
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Chili Mac & Cheese Casserole - A healthy version of a favorite comfort food
Here is another great recipe using blended cottage cheese. Blended cottage cheese is so versatile. From mac and cheese to high-protein...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Jan 14, 20241 min read
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Simple Turkey Chili - High in fiber and protein!
This is a simple, basic chili recipe. Using extra lean ground turkey or chicken saves a lot of calories from fat but doesn't comprise on...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Jan 14, 20241 min read
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Lasagna Bake - High Protein & Gluten Free
This is one of my favorite meal prep recipes. Using chickpea pasta makes this a gluten free, high fiber and high protein lasagna bake. ...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Jan 13, 20241 min read
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Egg Bites 2.0 - Made with blended cottage cheese
I hopped on the blended cottage cheese bandwagon and started trying it in new recipes. Most Sous Vide egg bites and egg muffins are high...

Cary Cuevas, RDN, LD, CPT
Jan 8, 20241 min read
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