Nutrition with Alyssa

My grandmother used to always make pizza fritte’s when I was little …I remade this nostalgic snack in the air fryer…! Came out so delicious and saves on many calories and fat!

I just heard on the radio - what’s your favorite comfort food? It got me thinking 🤔 maybe pasta and garlic bread? What’s your favorite comfort food??

Did you know your😀health insurance pays for Nutrition Counseling?

Stop googling to try and figure out the latest trend to lose weight and trust a Registered Dieititan like me! I will debunk all the myths and help you create healthy and sustainable weight loss that will actually last! :)

Currently accepting:

I always like to remind people that when you’re counting calories…they aren’t always equal! the chocolate frosted donut is 340 calories while the bowl of steel cut oats with berries and nuts are 360 calories! Always remember quality over quantity. 🙂 It makes a huge difference when it comes to weight loss!

So, it’s homemade black bean burger night at the Pittman house and I wanted to share a way I make my burgers just a little bit healthier…you can grind up oats and use them in place of bread crumbs! It immediately makes your burger have more fiber with less “stuff” in it as opposed to breadcrumbs! You’re welcome. 🙂

Did you know that Nutrition with Alyssa is about more than just weight loss? So many people suffer from disease, GI disorders, disordered eating patterns and so much more. I can help you understand the truth about food and how it affects you and your unique situation. *currently accepting new clients*

Hi everyone! It has been awhile!! I had to take a leave from NWA, but I am back in full swing! Here’s two reasons why you should contact me:

1) you’re sick of diets, supplements, and weight loss programs that don’t work.
2) you’re ready and motivated to change your lifestyle but you don’t want to cut out everything that you love to eat! 🙋🏻‍♀️

Let’s face it, life is expensive (thank you inflation!) so, you can use your health insurance! I am accepting: Blue cross Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim, United Health, Allways Health, Medicare!

I look forward to hearing from you! :)

When I snack, I make it count. I went for a nutrient dense delicious snack! I made chunky guacamole 🤤 so good! All it is: 2 avocados, tomato, red onion, lime juice, salt and Chile lime seasoning.

You’re welcome. 😊

I could not agree with this more. I always tell my clients - there is a difference between being thin and being healthy. Let’s never lose sight of that. I’m not saying if you are thin you’re not healthy...but sometimes if you’re getting frustrated that the scale might not say the number that you want...how has your diet and lifestyle change improved your arteries, blood cholesterol, blood sugar, digestive system, etc. You would be amazed if you compared your blood work before and after a GOOD “diet” and lifestyle change. You aren’t just getting thin...your improving your WHOLE body overall. Stay focused. 😊

I was craving mozzarella sticks today!! I had two choices...the meal on the left at an estimated 750 calories or the meal on the right with an estimated 450 calories.

I didn't want to restrict my craving so I decided to balance my plate. This saved me half of the calories! Not to mention the difference in saturated fat and cholesterol.

The lesson here is - don't restrict your cravings, in fact, that's when binging tends to happen. Let yourself have what you want but learn how to balance it out!

Who knew mozzarella sticks could be part of a healthy diet! 🤷‍♀️

Accommodating both vegetarians and meat eaters with one meal 😊 these roasted veggies came out 👌.

This article talks about how to build muscle on a vegetarian diet. I think it’s important because many athletes believe that they can only get enough protein to build muscle by eating animal proteins. Plant proteins offer a number of health benefits along with the ability to build muscle and trim fat. It’s worth the read!

This article was written by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Building Muscle on a Vegetarian Diet Today, we know a balanced vegetarian diet that includes plant-based protein assists muscular development … no steak required.

Making homemade oatmeal for breakfast! Today is a perfect day for oatmeal. I used rolled oats and added in some cranberries, pumpkin seeds and a little bit of brown sugar and maple syrup! Delicious! And look at the nutrition facts on oats! 5 grams of fiber and 6 grams of protein!!! With very little fat and 0 mg of sodium! Oats are one of my favorite healthy foods. Happy snow day! 😊 ⛄️

I often tell my clients to add flaxseeds into their diet because of their amazing health benefits. Here is an article I found that explains some of those benefits like improving your cholesterol, regulating blood sugar, and they are high in fiber!

5 science-backed health benefits of flaxseeds and how to add them to your diet Flaxseeds can improve your heart health and are high in essential nutrients like fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and lignans.

I can’t believe tomorrow is thanksgiving!! If you would like to fully enjoy the day but not want to add inches to your waistline here are a few tips I put together to help you!

1) Eat breakfast. If you skip, you are more likely to binge at the thanksgiving table. You can fully enjoy all the food that’s there, but if you eat breakfast you probably won’t need seconds!

2) Make sure you combine your macronutrients together. It’s easy to just fill up on stuffing, cornbread and mashed potatoes but protein will help to fill you up and decrease that big crash you get after eating your meal. (Most say it’s from the tryptophan in the turkey but it’s actually from eating such a big meal that your blood sugar has a big spike and then you crash back down making you tired.)

3) Make sure you have your veggies. Filling half of your plate up with veggies will help to take smaller portions of everything else. Again, you can still enjoy all of the foods on the table just in smaller portions!

4) Dont sit right next to the buffet table. You’re more apt to keep eating just because you’re sitting there.

5) Carry gum with you. After you’re eating pop in a piece of gum and that will help you from overeating.

6) Choose your calories wisely. Don’t waste them on something you don’t really care to eat and just because it’s there.

7) Pumpkin pie is probably one of the lower calorie options at the dessert table. Or, have a smaller portion of your favorite dessert.

8 ) Watch our for how much you drink. Beverages like eggnog can REALLY add up. Alcohol too...even if it’s a clear alcohol it still has calories!

I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!! 🦃

Vegetarian quinoa stuffed acorn squash!! AMAZING! It was a trial for thanksgiving....and it’s 👌 💣

Adding this to your thanksgiving spread adds a healthy and DELICIOUS option!

It’s falafel night at the Pittman house! Notice the non starchy veggies, the healthy fat from the avocado and you can’t forget the homemade hummus! 😊 balanced dish!

Don’t think that you can’t have pizza as part of a healthy diet! Just make more of your plate healthy veggies! This is an Apple harvest salad!

You can’t get where you want to be by staying where you are...stay focused on your goals. 💯%

Another great way to use quinoa!

Use Leftover Quinoa To Make Fried Rice

It’s a cornbread and chili kind of day!

One of my clients sent me this picture of dinner last night! This dish couldn't be any more perfect. A healthy nutritious meal that is perfectly portioned. This makes me happy and proud that they are learning!! Nice job! :)

Trying to increase plant based proteins in your diet but think they are too boring?! Here’s a Thai chili veggie burger on a naan with all the fixings! You can’t tell me this doesn’t look delicious!

Peanut butter & pumpkin butter rice cake with a few dark chocolate chunks. Great weight loss tip - this snack is delicious and is a good source of fiber and healthy fats. The protein in the peanut butter is more filling so you’ll be less likely to reach for more snacks! 😊