Being Nutritious

Simple delicious heart healthy recipes for everyone!

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Hi there!

I’m Laura, and I’m a Registered Dietitian. I love food and cooking, and it’s my passion to help you discover how delicious and easy heart healthy eating can be! I’m glad you’re here! Take a look around, and don’t forget to subscribe to get all my latest recipes and tips! You’re going to LOVE Being Nutritious!

Most Popular Recipes!

High potassium smoothie
High Potassium Smoothie
Bok Choy Miso Soup
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Salt and Vinegar Zucchini Chips
Instant Pot Smoky Tomato Jam

Latest Posts

meatballs made of black beans in a large cast iron skillet with marinara sauce.
Appetizers Main Dish Pantry Staples 

Italian Style Black Bean Meatballs

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Roasted broccoli and mushrooms in a bowl.
Sides Vegetables 

Garlicky Roasted Broccoli & Mushrooms

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Lentil soup in a bowl.
Lunch Soup 

Lentil Vegetable Soup

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pizza with spinach sauce, chickpeas, and mangoes on a mini pita.
Fast & Easy Dinner Main Dish Pizza 

Curry Chickpea & Mango Mini-Pizzas

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More Recent Posts
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The 3 Best Diets For Heart Disease!

Fast & Easy Dinner

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Fast & Easy Dinner Main Dish Pizza 

Curry Chickpea & Mango Mini-Pizzas

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Pizza isn’t off limits anymore! With this, it’s even great for your heart and waistline!

Pizza on a peel, with whole wheat crust, topped with salad.

Quick Salad Pizza with Greek Yogurt Whole Wheat Crust

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“Eat the Rainbow” Spinach Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette

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Balsamic glazed onions and black beans with rice

Balsamic Glazed Onions & Black Beans

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Teriyaki Soba noodle bowls

Teriyaki Soba Noodle Bowls

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More Dinners

Desserts For Your Sweet Tooth

Sundae dish with nice cream topped with caramelized bananas and walnuts
Desserts 

Banana Bread Nice Cream

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This delicious frozen treat uses a whole loaf of banana bread, and turns it into ice cream that’s both heart healthy and yummy!

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Mangoes and Cream Popsicles

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Plate of chocolate date truffles covered in shredded coconut, almond pieces, and cocoa powder

Cherry Filled Chocolate Date Truffles

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Peanut Butter Banana Muffins drizzled with chocolate on a wire rack with ingredients in the background

Peanut Butter Banana Mini Muffins

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Close up of Fudgy Mocha Black Bean Brownies

Fudgy Mocha Black Bean Brownies

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More Desserts

Beyond Recipes! Heart Healthy Tips and Articles

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Educational 

How to Read Food Labels for Heart Health

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Do you know how to read food labels to make heart healthy food choices? If you’re not used to it,

Black licorice candies sitting on licorice root, with lemon slices behind.

Should I Avoid Black Licorice If I Have Heart Problems?

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Glasses lying on a bed with outstretched hand.

Sleep and Heart Disease: What’s the link?

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Seven butchered fish on a round cutting board, with lemon slices and salt and pepper

The Best Fish for Heart Health

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Preeclampsia and Heart Disease

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More Articles

Snack Attack

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How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds

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Pumpkin carving season is also roasted pumpkin seed season! This is your go-to base recipe for any kind of flavors you want to add! No oil or washing needed!

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Whole Wheat Carrot Turmeric Muffins

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Whole Wheat Carrot Muffins are deliciously healthy; whole grains, no added sugar, and vegetables, but lightly sweet, and super moist!

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Salt and Vinegar Zucchini Chips

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Crispy, tangy, salty, low calorie and low carb! Don’t let the name fool you. These salt & vinegar zucchini chips are low sodium, but sacrifice zero flavor!

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Brownie Batter Dip

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Brownie Batter Dip is just what you’ve been waiting for! Tastes just like a brownie, no added sugar, and high protein/fiber. No guilt here!

More Snacks
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