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Who Deserves Ozempic More? People with Diabetes or People with Obesity?
Who Deserves Ozempic is a Great Ethical Dilemma. In Today's Shortage, the Biggest Factor is if Your Pharmacy Has it.

Brendel Plonka
May 13, 20242 min read


10 Ways Teens or Young Adults Build Agency Over Their Lives, and Why that Matters for Nutrition: Skills Teens Should Learn
Your Teen or Young Adult Child Can Build Agency and Self Efficacy by Learning These Skills--Not all Are Related to Nutrition.

Brendel Plonka
May 10, 20242 min read


My Daughter is Upset She Gained Weight. What Should I Do?
Three Things to Do if Your Teenaged Daughter Gains Weight are Normalizing Changes, Help Them Feel Beautiful, and Allow for Healthy Changes.

Brendel Plonka
May 8, 20243 min read


Is Salt Bad for Me? Is it Unhealthy to Cook With Salt?
Usually it is fine to cook with salt. For some individuals, it may be unhealthy to have food cooked with a lot of salt.

Brendel Plonka
May 6, 20242 min read


Should I Cancel My Workout? How to Exercise on a Rainy Day
It Can be Harder to Exercise on a Rainy Day. Here Are Some Ideas for Exercise on a Rainy Day. Use These Tips and Cognitive Strategies.

Brendel Plonka
May 3, 20241 min read


How the Seasons Affect Your Health Behaviors and How to Make the Change Anyway
The Seasons Affect Your Health Behaviors, But You Can Make a Change During Any Season. Use These Cognitive Strategies.

Brendel Plonka
May 1, 20242 min read


Eleven Health Behaviors That Are Easier in the Spring: Healthy Changes
There are Many Health Behaviors that are Easier in the Spring. The Weather is Nicer, and Your Mood May Be Better. Here are Some Examples.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 29, 20242 min read


How Can I Eat Healthily With Only Convenience Food? Healthy One Day Convenience Food Menu
There are Options for Healthy Convenience Foods. Check Out This One Day Healthy Convenience Food Menu with Meals and Snacks.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 26, 20242 min read


How to Manage Nausea During Pregnancy
Here Are Tips for Managing Nausea During Pregnancy. Use These Cognitive Strategies and Practical Suggestions.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 24, 20242 min read


What Do You Think of Intermittent Fasting? My Answer as a Registered Dietitian
Intermittent Fasting is All Over Social Media and Dieters' Conversation. Here is My Perspective on Intermittent Fasting as a Dietitian.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 22, 20243 min read


Coping Skills for Stress Eating and Emotional Eating
Stress Eating and Emotional Eating Can Cause Problems for You. Here are Better Coping Skills for Stress Eating and Emotional Eating.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 19, 20241 min read


What are the Top Nutrition Priorities During Pregnancy
The Biggest Priority During Pregnancy is to have Healthy and Calm 9 Months. Here Are Some Nutrition Priorities During Pregnancy.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 17, 20242 min read


My Child is Constipated! What Should I Do? What to Do About Constipation in Toddlers and Preschoolers
Try These Ideas if Your Toddler or Preschooler is Constipated. Fiber in Food, Fiber Supplements, Adequate Water, and Physical Activity.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 10, 20243 min read


Do You Give Diet Plans? Why I Don't Give Out Diet Plans as a Registered Dietitian
As a Dietitian, I Don't Give Out Diet Plans and Meal Plans. Instead I Teach My Patients How to Plan Their Meals.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 8, 20242 min read


What My Patients Fear Will Happen During a Nutrition Appointment Vs What Actually Happens
My Patients' Fears About What Will Happen During Their Nutrition Appointment are Usually Unfounded. Here is What Will Happen Instead.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 5, 20242 min read


What is a Parent's Role in their Child's Nutrition?
Your Role as a Parent for Your Child's Nutrition is to Optimize them to Eat Well with Your Approach, the Environment, and the Food.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 3, 20243 min read


What is Diabetes Distress? Why is it So Hard to Care for My Diabetes Day After Day?
Diabetes Distress Happens Because Diabetes Care Demands the Patient to Make Many Decisions and Do Many Tasks. Here are Ways to Combat it.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 1, 20243 min read


What to Expect When Calling to Schedule a Nutrition Appointment
When You Call to Schedule a Nutrition Appointment, Here is What to Expect. I Will Gather Some Information and Help You Schedule.

Brendel Plonka
Mar 29, 20243 min read


What Do You Do if a Patient is Not Making Progress Towards Their Nutrition Goals? How to Overcome Barriers to Change
When a Patient Does Not Make Nutrition Changes, We See What is Preventing them and Help Them Overcome their Barriers to Change.

Brendel Plonka
Mar 27, 20244 min read


How Can I Help My Elderly Mom or Dad With Their Diabetes? Three Points to Understand About Diabetes Care in Elderly Patients
To Help Your Elderly Mom or Dad with Their Diabetes, Take a Look at These Three Important Points to Help You Prioritize Their Care.

Brendel Plonka
Mar 25, 20242 min read
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