Kelly Jones Nutrition

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06/18/2026

The headlines surrounding Jalen Brunson’s diet after the NBA finals may seem contradictory, but they’re exactly what many athletes may need to optimize performance while still enjoying their diet. I’ve always advocated plants for performance as a sports RD (which provide and are complementary to necessary protein!). And with that we need to ensure people don’t feel restricted from foods they enjoy along the way.

Eat your veggies and stay tuned for part II!

06/16/2026

Apparently people are still hearing that 100 grams of protein per day is some magic number everyone needs. As a sports dietitian, whether too much or too little, I can tell you it’s not what’s appropriate for everyone. And sticking to a single number typically equates to lots of unnecessary time spent counting, and maybe stressing over your diet.

When working with clients who want numbers for protein guidance, my practice considers a range, not a single number. That range still varies from person to person based on their athletic, fitness and health goals, but it also takes the pressure off of feeling the need to meet a rigid goal or measure and weigh what you’re eating.

Whether just looking to support your active lifestyle, want to manage your blood sugar, or need better recommendations in postpartum, my protein article has you covered to determine what YOUR needs are. Comment PROTEIN and I’ll DM you the link.

*If have a history of an eating disorder or disordered eating, knowing your numbers may not be best. Chat with your dietitian or healthcare team about the best ways to up your protein intake if it’s something you feel you need, or DM us for more appropriate resources.

06/10/2026

Myself, clients and friends are in the midst of triathlon training. As a sports dietitian, I help people identify that post-exercise appetite suppression may be present and impacting their recovery… as well as their next workout. If this is you, liquid nutrition helps you take in carbs to replenish muscle energy stores and protein to support recovery, even if you aren’t hungry. Since most ready to drink recovery beverages slack on carbs, this creamsicle shake is going to become your go-to after training.

Depending on your workout and when your next meal will be, mix 1 serving of NOW Sports vanilla protein powder with 8-16 ounces of 100% OJ. Pour over ice and enjoy! I love their vanilla organic plant protein and also recommend their pea protein and whey options. (AD)

For more on triathlon nutrition basics - from foundational nutrients to the micronutrients you may be lacking - comment “TRIATHLON” and I’ll send you my recent article with .

Grab your NOW products for 20% off at nowfoods.com using code KELLYNOW, good all year!

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First competition was not at all what I intended, but maybe was everything I needed. On a weekly basis I move my body t...
06/02/2026

First competition was not at all what I intended, but maybe was everything I needed. On a weekly basis I move my body to feel good physically and mentally, but as a former athlete, I’m always signing up for a race for that indescribable competitive vibe that I miss during the day to day grind as an average working adult and parent. Not everyone has that drive for the competitive edge though, and as a performance professional I love being able to relate to the fact that what so many people need is simply finding enjoyment through movement so they can find a routine.

After pushing my body year round since high school and ignoring lots of aches and discomfort, I’ve finally been dialing into physical therapy and more manual work this year. As we uncover and address one issue, it seems to adjust my body to release another. Hopefully this is the last surprise for awhile and I can get back to my normal soon. In the meantime, I’ll be keeping things in perspective as best I can. Grateful of what my body is capable of, resources to care for it and time to invest in moving it.

*Extra laps were a serious rookie move that never would have happened if I was dialed into race mode! Maybe a reel on how this could have happened later?

06/01/2026

While I didn’t get to go as hard in my first Hyrox as planned, I still prepped for the event to keep my energy up and spirits high.
An afternoon race start is new to me. But no matter what, 24 hours pre-race:
1) we’re focused on carbs.
2) This time around, also antioxidants for me due to a slight adductor strain hence the Cherry concentrate!
3) You never want to try something new 1-2 days before the race when it comes to food. I’m lucky I already know and trust so it was an easy choice.
4) While you typically want to keep fat intake down for digestive reasons, I still chose the Brussels for some fiber cause we know we want to keep things moving. Not TMI. Part of sports nutrition!
5) Hydrate hydrate hydrate!

Also: Wegmans caramelized focaccia is fantastic, with all the bars available, don’t sleep on classic Clif chocolate chip, and be sure to get a little carb boost before you’re off! Honey is easy.

05/28/2026

Early in my career, likely soon after watching Food Inc, I nitpicked every ingredient and jumped on the anti-seed oil bandwagon. While I still opt for the “natural” version of things when possible for possible environmental and social impacts, my recommendations are rooted in science and merged with practicality. It’s not practical for American families in 2026 to eat food exactly as it is in nature all the time. Some level of processing is necessary to meet the demands of the food system and our busy lives.

My top 3 cooking oils at home are olive, avocado and sesame seed (toasted, to be exact). It’s a privilege to have the income to make them my staples. (I’m also aware the avocado industry could never handle every household and packaged product.) While I prefer to cook with those, I top dishes with my fair share of Momofuku chili crunch which has a grapeseed oil base and always have Kashi Go on hand, which contains canola oil. I buy my kids Hippeas with sunflower oil, Harvest snaps with “vegetable oil” and if they order fries at a restaurant I know the type of fat they’re cooked in isn’t going to a game changer like some crazy influencers think.

I have yet to see someone yelling on the internet about “toxic ingredients” present a public health solution that helps increase whole food and essential nutrient intake regardless of social determinants of health. Our food system has countless problems. The environment shares many of those problems and has more. Removing plant based oils from fast food and ultra processed foods isn’t the answer and depending on what you replace them with (like animal fat or saturated palm fats) it can actually contribute to continuing the decline in health of our society.

PS. My household has one PHEV car, but no I’m not giving up my gas range.

05/26/2026

ICYM this in the news over MDW, it’s another recent nutrition headline in sports that comes from not leaning on expert advice at their fingertips. Trust board certified sports dietitians and actual researchers. No one is trying to hide anything. There’s SO many ways to improve nutrition to support performance. Avoiding seed oils isn’t it.

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05/22/2026

Insane that we’ve been in this home for over a decade now. What we thought would be a starter home is currently in its second addition and renovation because we love the literal half square mile we’re in so much!

In 2021 we added a master, larger first floor bathroom and actual usable garage - our builder that time around was an absolute nightmare (like, we’re still fixing issues and finding things that weren’t up to code). While that situation is tough, it would have hurt way more to have flipped the projects and had the problems in the heart of our home - and work space. Good news is that 3+ weeks in we’re already so much happier with how things are going and the communication with .

As a dietitian who has developed recipes, recorded for courses, fitness clubs, brand content, TV segments and product launches here, I am SO grateful and ready for a refresh. The first 3 weeks didn’t feel too “real” since our existing kitchen was still in tact as they worked on everything in this video. But this week when they broke through, absolutely hit and in one week we’ll be navigating a kitchen-less summer!

Stay tuned for more progress videos and lots of grilling, air fryer, and no cook recipes!

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