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The Nutritionist and Nurse We empower you with the knowledge and tools to prevent and manage type 2 diabetes. We are here to guide you every step of the way.

Our specialized education focuses on you, providing the support and resources needed to live and thrive. Gwendolyn Woody is The Nutritionist and Nurse. With experience in diabetes prevention, weight loss, nutrition, chronic disease management, and health care management, her work focuses on the individual and their individual health and wellness goals. With the use of evidence-based nutrition and weight loss programs, The Nutritionist and Nurse assist individuals in transitioning to better health. She has written for magazines about topics related to health, women's health, food, nutrition, diabetes, and diversity in healthcare. She has also authored courses for disease prevention and health management.

Today I start my 6 month training with The Virginia Center of Diabetes Prevention and Education. I am excited, thrilled,...
10/06/2026

Today I start my 6 month training with The Virginia Center of Diabetes Prevention and Education.

I am excited, thrilled, and honored.

There is power in learning to master your passion is priceless.

If you have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, you may immediately start thinking about all the foods you CAN’T eat.But I w...
10/05/2026

If you have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, you may immediately start thinking about all the foods you CAN’T eat.

But I want you to think differently.

Instead of asking, “What do I have to give up?” ask:

“What can I eat MORE of to support healthier blood sugar?”

There are several types of foods and drinks people with diabetes or prediabetes may want to limit:

• Foods high in added sugar : cakes, cookies, candy and pastries
• Sugar-sweetened drinks : soda, sweet tea, fruit punch and sugary coffee drinks
• Foods high in saturated fat : especially fatty and highly processed meats
• Ultra-processed foods : chips, packaged snack foods, processed meats and many fast foods
• Alcohol : especially important to discuss with your healthcare provider if you’re taking diabetes medications

But here’s the part I don’t want you to miss:

You don’t have to be afraid of FOOD.

Fruit is not the enemy.
Carbohydrates are not the enemy.
And having prediabetes does NOT mean you have to live on salads.

Focus on building meals around:

PROTEIN + FIBER + PRODUCE + HEALTHY FATS

Think fish, chicken, eggs, beans, lentils, vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, avocado and other minimally processed foods.

And you don’t have to change everything today.

Start with ONE thing.

Replace your sugary drink with water.

Add a vegetable to dinner.

Add protein to breakfast.

Eat more fiber.

Take a 10-minute walk after a meal.

Small changes practiced consistently can become a completely different lifestyle.

Prediabetes isn’t just a warning.

It’s an opportunity to take action BEFORE type 2 diabetes develops.

At The Nutritionist and Nurse, our goal is to help 400 people build healthier lifestyle habits and take meaningful steps toward preventing type 2 diabetes and chronic illness.

Maybe YOU are one of our 400.

I’m 54 and FINALLY on a real date! Who would’ve guessed?And listen… this one is sweet, dependable, naturally delicious, ...
10/02/2026

I’m 54 and FINALLY on a real date!

Who would’ve guessed?

And listen… this one is sweet, dependable, naturally delicious, and actually brings something good to the table.

But seriously, dates are small, but they pack quite a nutritional punch.

A serving of dates can provide:

* Fiber supports digestion and bowel regularity and can help slow the rise in blood sugar.
* Potassium supports healthy blood pressure, muscles, and nerve function.
* Magnesium important for muscle, nerve, and metabolic function.
* Copper helps with iron metabolism, connective tissue, and normal cell function.
* Antioxidants and plant compounds in@ dates contain polyphenols and other compounds that help protect cells from oxidative stress.
* Natural carbohydrates from dates adds a quick source of energy, especially before physical activity.
* A naturally sweet alternative to sugar or alternative sugars.

But here’s the part I want you to remember: dates are nutritious, but they are also concentrated in natural sugar and calories because they’re dried fruit.

If you’re managing prediabetes or blood sugar, portion still matters. Try pairing a date with protein or healthy fat like a few nuts rather than eating several by themselves.

At 54, apparently I’m still open to dating.
I just didn’t know my first one would be this sweet.

October is here and so are some of the best foods for building a blood-sugar-friendly plate.Eating for better health doe...
10/01/2026

October is here and so are some of the best foods for building a blood-sugar-friendly plate.

Eating for better health does not have to mean giving up seasonal foods. It means learning how to build a better plate.

This month, think:

🍎Fill half your plate with non-starchy vegetables such as Brussels sprouts, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, mushrooms, collard greens and carrots.
🍎Keep the fiber coming with apples, pears, oats, barley and whole grains.
🍎Pair your carbohydrates with protein, fiber or healthy fats instead of eating them alone.
🍎Enjoy fall favorites like pumpkin, butternut squash and sweet potatoes—portion matters.
🍎Add protein with fish, chicken, turkey, beans, lentils, tofu, tempeh, nuts or seeds.
🍎Make it easy: soups, sheet-pan vegetables, grain bowls and hearty salads can turn fall produce into simple meals.

Prediabetes nutrition isn’t about being afraid of carbohydrates. It’s about understanding portions, choosing higher-fiber foods, and creating meals that support steadier blood sugar.

October challenge: Choose one seasonal fruit or vegetable you don’t normally eat and add it to your plate this week.

What October produce are you putting in your grocery cart?

Our goal is to assist 400 people in preventing Type 2 diabetes.

Will you be one of them?

Small changes in how you eat, move, and care for your health can add up.

Schedule your consultation today:
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A major state health plan passed on partnering with The Nutritionist and Nurse. Not because the work isn’t valuable. Not...
09/03/2026

A major state health plan passed on partnering with The Nutritionist and Nurse. Not because the work isn’t valuable. Not because the mission isn’t right.

Because they needed us to be bigger.

And that’s exactly what we’re becoming.

Here’s what most people don’t talk about:

Black women build with less funding, less access, and less margin for error and still create programs that get recognized by the CDC, partnered with the ADA, and invited to the table by major state health plans.

We don’t just survive the “no.”

We use it as a blueprint.

I cried in an Uber this morning. Silently. With my sunglasses on. Because I just found out that my abstract was accepted...
08/31/2026

I cried in an Uber this morning. Silently. With my sunglasses on.

Because I just found out that my abstract was accepted for poster presentation at the Diabetes Technology Meeting, one of the most respected diabetes conferences in the country.

The title:
“On-Demand AI as a Workout Partner: A Nurse-Built Digital Physical Activity Intervention Achieving 100% Completion in Older Adults Enrolled in a Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program”

Prevention 150™ is the AI-powered on-demand exercise program I built inside my Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program because my enrollees told me they didn’t have anyone to work out with.

So, I became their workout partner. Digitally. With intention.

And 100% of them completed the program.
I’m an LPN. A solo founder. A PRN nurse still picking up shifts to fund this mission. And the founder of a CDC-recognized Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program rooted in a community that looks like mine.

I lost 27 maternal family members to preventable chronic conditions.

This work is personal. This stage is evidence that it’s also necessary.

I’ll be presenting October 27 in Washington, D.C.

American Diabetes Association
Diabetes Technology Society

08/26/2026

I am honored to have been welcomed into the National Diabetes Prevention Program Group Coaching Certificate Program through the University of Virginia School of Medicine and the Virginia Center for Diabetes Prevention and Education.

Participants do not simply need information. They need a coach who knows how to listen, ask meaningful questions, build trust, support behavior change, and help them keep moving forward when life gets difficult.

I have experience delivering the National DPP, but I never want experience to make me stop learning. As The Nutritionist and Nurse continues to grow, I must continue growing with it.

This opportunity will strengthen how I lead groups, support participants, and deliver a high-quality lifestyle-change experience.

I am grateful for every opportunity God provides to prepare me for the people I am called to serve.

The goal remains: helping 400 people prevent or delay type 2 diabetes—one participant, one cohort, and one stronger coaching skill at a time.

Thank you to the American Diabetes Association Diabetes Prevention Alliance and The University of Virginia School of Medicine.

Diabetes impacts millions ofindividuals, families, and workplaces—and meaningful change starts withinformed conversation...
08/26/2026

Diabetes impacts millions of
individuals, families, and workplaces—
and meaningful change starts with
informed conversations.

I’m encouraging our community to join
the American Diabetes Association’s
State of Diabetes: Houston on Friday,
September 25th, from 9:30 AM to
1:00 PM at the Harris County
Department of Education.

This important event brings together
healthcare experts, employers,
community leaders, and advocates to
discuss the latest developments in
diabetes care, prevention, and
strategies to improve health outcomes across our region.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, business leader, community advocate, or
someone passionate about creating a healthier Houston, this is an opportunity to learn,
connect, and be part of the solution.

Learn more and register: https://stateofdiabetes-diabetes.donordrive.com/sodhouston

Together, we can build healthier communities through education, collaboration, and
action.

08/20/2026

This scripture was heavy on my mind this morning after speaking with some "folk" on yestaurday and knowing my own family's health experiances.

There is no time better than right now to choose your better health.
You may not have longevity, but you may have quality.

1 Corinthians 6:19–20 (NLT) : "Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body."

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for reminding me that my body is Your temple and that Your Holy Spirit lives within me. I was bought with a price, and my life belongs to You.

Help me honor You through the way I care for my body. Give me discipline in my choices, wisdom about what I eat, strength to move, and permission to rest without guilt.

When I feel tired, discouraged, or tempted to neglect myself, remind me that caring for my health is not vanity, it is stewardship. Help me release shame and choose progress with grace.

Lord, renew my mind, strengthen my body, and guide my daily habits. May every healthy decision become an act of gratitude, worship, and love toward You.

I choose to honor You with my body and my life.

In Jesus’ name,
Amen.

Today is World Prediabetes Day, and awareness needs to lead to action.Prediabetes often has no symptoms, which means man...
08/15/2026

Today is World Prediabetes Day, and awareness needs to lead to action.

Prediabetes often has no symptoms, which means many people are living with it and simply don’t know.

My goal is clear: assist 400 people in preventing or delaying the diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes.

That starts with knowing your risk, understanding your numbers, and having the support to make sustainable lifestyle changes.

You do not have to wait for a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis to start taking care of your health.

Know your risk. Take the first step.

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