A lot of people worry that eating the same meals on repeat means they are doing something wrong nutritionally. Others rely on familiar foods because of time, energy, neurodivergence, stress, or health conditions. Today we’re talking about when eating the same thing can actually be supportive, when variety might be helpful, and how to think about this without turning food into another rule.

If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

A lot of people tell us they feel more tired, irritable, hungry, or out of control around food when they try to eat “clean.” That can feel confusing, especially when clean eating is marketed as the “healthy” way to eat. Today we’re unpacking what “clean eating” actually means, why it often backfires, and what might feel more supportive instead.

If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Salads get framed as part of “healthy eating,” especially in diabetes and in wellness spaces. But what if you genuinely hate salads, find them unsatisfying, or just feel bored eating them? Today we’re talking about whether salads are actually required for health, what nutrients people are usually trying to get from them, and plenty of non-salad ways to meet those needs.

If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.