MDD Nutrition

08/20/2026

☀️ Can your food help protect your skin from the sun? 🍉
While nothing replaces your SPF sunscreen, what you eat can boost your skin's natural defense against summer sun damage!
This Summer Sun Safety Month, add these "sun-safe" superfoods to your plate:

* 🍅 Watermelon & Tomatoes: Rich in lycopene to help absorb UV light.
* 🫑 Oranges & Bell Peppers: Packed with Vitamin C to repair skin cells.
* 🥕 Carrots & Sweet Potatoes: High in beta-carotene to reduce sun sensitivity.
* 🪵 Walnuts & Flaxseeds: Loaded with Omega-3s to keep skin hydrated.

Bottom line: Slather on the lotion, grab your sunglasses, and eat the rainbow! 🌈
What is your favorite refreshing summer snack? Let us know below! 👇

07/09/2026

What Are “The Dog Days of Summer?”
The “Dog Days” of summer last from July 3 to August 11.

The term “Dog Days” traditionally refers to a period of particularly hot and humid weather occurring during the summer months of July and August in the Northern Hemisphere.

How are you "Beating the Heat" this summer????

07/03/2026

Healthy summer road trip...... What am I missing???

06/10/2026

🌟 MDD, Nutrition has a New Look! 🌟

We’re excited to share that our website has been refreshed and updated with our community in mind!

Our new design makes it easier to find information, stay connected, and access the resources and services you need. Whether you're a longtime supporter or visiting for the first time, we hope you'll enjoy the improved experience.

Take a few minutes to explore the new site and see what’s been updated. We’re proud to continue serving our community and appreciate your ongoing support.

🌐 Visit our website today and let us know what you think!

Thank you for being part of our community—we couldn’t do it without you. ❤️

Certified Registered Dietitians specializing in diabetes and nutrition counseling across The Carolinas. Telehealth and in-office appointments available.

05/30/2026

Favorite new summertime HYDRATING snack!!

Shake baggie of washed grapes with truelime packet and freeze!

Sweet and Tart at same time!

True lime great ingredients- Just crystallized lime and lime oil, lime juice!!

05/17/2026

05/17/2026

How refreshing! Healthy food options at the airport. Check out www.farmersfridge.com and my real time puc at the Austin airport!

Enjoy chef-crafted, fruit and veggie-packed meals – delivered fast and often to more than 2,000 locations across the country.

05/13/2026

MDD Nutrition expands to Morehead city!

Last Thursday, the My Diabetes Dietitian celebrated its ribbon cutting, marking a new chapter in bringing personalized nutrition services to the Morehead City community. Owned by Judy Russo, the practice offers certified diabetes education, individualized nutrition counseling, and customized meal pl...

04/27/2026

Attention "Carb"ivores...

Try this whole foods Ezekiel bread for French toast! Dip 2 slices of bread in mixture of 1 egg and high protein dairy or plant based milk and cinnamon with pinch of vanilla. Sautee in pan. Serve with maple yogurt ( 2 tsp real maple syrup mixed in low sugar vanilla yogurt) and top with berries!