Lauren Twigge, Dietitian for Busy People, Moms, Easy Recipes & Brand Partnerships

Hi! I’m Lauren.

I’m a registered dietitian and I have been working hard to put together recipes, recommendations, and product reviews to help you live your life well fed!

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Creamy Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding (High Protein!)

This creamy strawberry chia seed pudding is the perfect high protein and high fiber breakfast to prep for your week. Fresh strawberries blended with cottage cheese and then flavored with vanilla and brown sugar make this high protein chia seed pudding recipe taste just like you are biting into a healthy strawberry cheesecake!

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4 Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies (Toddler Friendly!)

Move beyond banana bread and use those spotted bananas to make these 4 ingredient banana oatmeal cookies instead. Made with no added sugar, this easy recipe is made with just 4 simple ingredients and is the perfect "cookie" to give to toddlers or for you to enjoy as a nourishing breakfast in the morning!

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Jalapeño Cheddar Cottage Cheese Bagels

Bite into these jalapeño cheddar cottage cheese bagels for a delicious twist on the viral recipe. These 4 ingredient, high protein bagels are loaded to the brim with freshly shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, and protein rich cottage cheese yet make a surprisingly fluffy companion for cream cheese, scrambled eggs, or other popular bagel toppings.

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Honey Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Sweet Potatoes

Present the perfect side dish with these deliciously sweet roasted brussel sprouts with sweet potatoes. This vegetable side dish is the sweetened with honey, coated in fresh lemon juice, tossed in spicy cinnamon, and then topped with savory feta cheese for a perfectly balanced and delectable bite that you and your family will love.

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Noosa Yogurt: A Dietitians Review

With its bright packaging and unique flavors, Noosa Yoghurt may have caught your eye at the grocery store but is it the yogurt you should make a daily staple? Today we will review Noosa Yogurt, compare it to other yogurt brands and types, and find out if it’s the best choice for you!

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Healthy Cowboy Caviar

Dip a chip into this crowd pleasing healthy cowboy caviar recipe. Loaded with flavor, fresh vegetables, and fiber filled beans and corn, this nutritious dip is perfect for appetizer tables, summer BBQ’s, or as a colorful addition to bowls and tacos!

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Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins

These extra moist blueberry cottage cheese muffins are slightly higher in protein, slightly lower in sugar and yet still filled with the classic flavors of a delicious blueberry muffin that you know and love! The best part? You won’t even know that the protein rich cottage cheese is there.

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Sausage Kale and White Bean Soup

Loaded with fresh vegetables, fiber rich beans, and slightly spicy sausage, this sausage kale and white bean soup is an easy way to nourish your body and soothe your soul in a way that only soup can.

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The BEST Blackberry Baked Oatmeal

Plump blackberries, tangy kefir, and spicy cinnamon all mix together into a deliciously hearty blackberry baked oatmeal. With other wholesome ingredients like oats, flax seeds, chia seeds, and chopped walnuts, this oatmeal bake is perfect for your weekly meal prep or for the next family breakfast!

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High Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie

This easy chocolate PB smoothie is the perfect grab and go smoothie for your next meal or snack! Full of decadent chocolate and peanut butter flavors, you'll never know that this smoothie secretly has fruit, vegetables, and over 40 grams of protein that are all blended into one delicious recipe!

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Loaded Spinach and Artichoke Dip (No Mayo!)

This loaded spinach and artichoke dip with no mayo, no cream cheese, and a boost of extra veggies is full of flavor and nutrition for a hearty twist on a classic! Served warm with bread chunks or crispy pita chips, this is a healthy chip dip recipe that you and all of your guests will love!

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MUSH Overnight Oatmeal: A Dietitians Review

If you have been on the hunt for a grab and go breakfast option then MUSH Overnight Oatmeal may have caught your eye. Portioned into convenient, ready-to-eat oatmeal cups, MUSH is making it easy to be consistent with breakfast but is MUSH the best option for you? Here is a dietitians review of MUSH Overnight Oatmeal and whether or not you should add to cart!

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Limoncello Protein Chia Seed Pudding

Take a bite of this delicious limoncello protein chia seed pudding for a high protein and high fiber breakfast that is filled with refreshing lemon and vanilla flavors. With over 20 grams of protein per serving, this flavorful breakfast will keep you full all morning long!

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Peanut Butter and Honey Popped Quinoa Bars

These peanut butter and honey puffed quinoa bars have a light and fluffy texture similar to a rice krispy treat but with higher fiber and slightly higher protein content. With just 3 ingredients, these popped quinoa bars come together quickly and are the perfect, no-bake peanut butter bar to pack in a lunch box or enjoy as a snack throughout the day!

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How To Stop Snacking: 5 Tips From A Dietitian

While balanced snacks can certainly help you meet your health and wellness goals, feeling hungry all day can be a source of frustration for many. If you find yourself constantly grazing, here are 5 helpful tips from a registered dietitian that focus on the “why” of your hunger and can be useful tools to help you stop snacking.

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Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Orzo

This delicious crockpot marry me chicken orzo is a convenient and healthy spin on the viral recipe. The sundried tomato and herb cream sauce is made with no heavy cream and then blended with spinach, chicken, and orzo for a nutritious and delicious dinner that is all prepped in your crockpot!

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Peanut Butter Air Fryer Granola

This crispy air fryer granola is loaded with creamy peanut butter flavor and cooks up quickly in your air fryer basket. Enjoy it with a bowl of milk, grab a handful as a snack, or toss this homemade granola on any greek yogurt parfait for a burst of flavor and crunch!

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Meat and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

These delicious meat and ricotta stuffed shells can be made with your ground meat of choice and are a family friendly, flavor filled dinner that is perfect for the freezer or delicious when baked and served immediately!

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5 Health Strategies To Promote Heart Health

Heart disease is a leading cause of death for Americans so it’s important to be proactive with heart healthy diet and lifestyle choices. These 5 health strategies can promote heart health, protect your long term health, and are tips and tricks that you can start incorporating today!

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