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Green Bean Grove is a nutrition practice offering personalized counseling, consulting, and wellness talks and workshops. Sliding fee scale available.

Led by a registered dietitian, we make nutrition practical, accessible, and rooted in real life.

06/12/2026

Good morning and happy 🌱

Today's tip might make you roll your eyes but PLEASE hear me out... try eating a serving of beans for breakfast. 🫘

Most Americans don't get enough fiber, and one of the easiest ways to close the gap is to start your day with foods that naturally contain it.

Just ½ cup of beans provides about 6–8 grams of fiber before you've even finished breakfast. That's roughly 20–30% of the daily fiber needs for many adults.

Beans also provide:
🫘 Fiber for gut health and digestion
💪 Plant protein for fullness and satisfaction
❤️ Potassium, magnesium, and other important nutrients

Need ideas?

🍳 Eggs + black beans
🌮 Breakfast tacos with beans
🥑 Avocado toast + white beans
🍠 Sweet potato + black beans
🥚 White beans alongside eggs

Will beans for breakfast magically transform your health? No.

But adding one serving of beans to your morning routine is a simple habit that can make a meaningful difference over time.

06/09/2026

💧 Free Community Class: Hydration Basics 💧

Do you really need electrolyte drinks? Can you get electrolytes from food? How can you tell if you're dehydrated?

Join me at the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library for a free class where we'll cover hydration, electrolytes, hydrating foods, and signs of dehydration—just in time for summer in Alabama.

📅 June 15, 2026
⏰ 3:00–4:00 PM
📍 Huntsville-Madison County Public Library, Downtown Branch

Bring your questions and invite a friend! 😊

06/05/2026

It's Fiber Friday again!

🍓 Fruit gets a bad reputation online sometimes, but there's a lot more to fruit than just sugar.

Fruit provides:
🌱 Fiber
💧 Water for hydration
🍊 Vitamins and minerals
✨ Antioxidants

While fruit may not be the most concentrated source of fiber compared to foods like beans, lentils, or chia seeds, it still offers a unique package of nutrients that support overall health.

One simple way to make fruit more satisfying is to pair it with a source of protein and/or healthy fat.

Some examples:
🥜 Apple + peanut butter
🥣 Berries + Greek yogurt
🧀 Grapes + cheese
🌰 Pear + almonds

Adding protein and healthy fats can help slow digestion, increase fullness, and support steadier energy levels after eating.

You don't need to fear fruit. Most of us would benefit from eating more of it. 🍎🍓🍊

05/30/2026

📚🥗 Free Community Nutrition Classes This Summer!

Looking for practical, evidence-based nutrition information without the overwhelm? I'll be teaching a series of free community nutrition classes this summer at the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library Downtown Branch, and everyone is welcome!

☀️ June 15 @ 3 PM
💧 Hydration Basics
Do you really need electrolyte drinks? We'll discuss hydration basics, the role of electrolytes, signs of dehydration, and how to stay hydrated during Alabama summers.

☀️ July 23 @ 10 AM
🛒 Eating Healthy on a Budget
We'll talk about affordable grocery shopping, meal planning, reducing food waste, and ways to stretch your food budget without sacrificing nutrition.

☀️ August 21 @ 1 PM
🩺 Can Nutrition Impact Your Labs?
Explore how nutrition can affect cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, kidney function, and other common lab values.

📍 Huntsville-Madison County Public Library (Downtown Branch)
915 Monroe Street SW, Huntsville, AL 35801

These classes are completely free and open to the public. Attend one, two, or all three. Each session covers a different topic.

Feel free to share with friends, family, coworkers, or anyone interested in learning more about nutrition!

05/29/2026

🌱 | FAQ Edition

I got this question TWICE this week, so I figured it deserved its own Fiber Friday post:

"Is Poppi actually good for your gut?"

My answer: Ican be part of a healthy diet, but I wouldn't rely on it as a major source of fiber or gut health support.

Poppi contains a small amount of prebiotic fiber, which can help feed beneficial gut bacteria. That's where the "gut healthy" marketing comes from.

However, most flavors contain only about 2-3 grams of fiber.

For comparison:
🫘 ½ cup beans = about 6–8 grams of fiber
🍐 1 pear = about 6 grams of fiber
🍿 3 cups popcorn = about 3–4 grams of fiber

That said, I think Poppi can be a great replacement for regular soda if you're looking to cut back on added sugar. Most flavors contain much less sugar than traditional soda while still providing carbonation and flavor that many people enjoy.

If you enjoy Poppi, drink Poppi! 🥤

Just remember that most of your fiber should still come from foods like:
🌱 fruits
🌱 vegetables
🌱 beans and lentils
🌱 whole grains
🌱 nuts and seeds

As with most things in nutrition, it's not about whether one food or drink is "good" or "bad." It's about the overall pattern of what you're eating most of the time.

What should I cover next for Fiber Friday: FAQ Edition?

05/24/2026

Okay, I missed the last two Fiber Fridays 😅 so here’s a Fiber Sunday to make up for lost time.

One of the easiest ways to build a balanced meal without overthinking it is honestly just throwing together a little snack plate, adult lunchable, girl dinner, mini charcuterie board…whatever you want to call it.

These kinds of meals are:
✔ low effort
✔ customizable
✔ great for busy days
✔ ADHD-friendly
✔ an easy way to add more fiber, color, protein, and variety

I like using a simple formula:
🌈 color
🥚 protein
🌾 fiber
✨ fun/flavor

No perfect recipe required. Just mix and match foods you already enjoy.

Also, many foods naturally fit into more than one category, so don’t stress about making it “perfect.” The goal is building meals that are satisfying, enjoyable, and supportive of your health over time 🤍

05/08/2026

Happy 🥕

One easy way to support your gut health today: Add a different plant food than you normally eat.

Not necessarily “healthy” or perfect. Just different. Different plant foods contain different types of fiber and nutrients, which help support different types of beneficial gut bacteria.

That could look like:
• adding beans to a meal
• trying a new fruit
• using herbs or spices you don’t normally use
• swapping white rice for quinoa or barley

05/01/2026

Happy !!

Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria, often referred to as the gut microbiome. Something that can help conceptualize this is to think of them like the “animals” in a zoo.

These bacteria (probiotics) all have different roles, and they rely on fiber (prebiotics) from plant foods as their fuel source.

Different types of fiber feed different types of bacteria, which is why variety matters.

When you eat a wide range of plant foods like fruits, vegetables, beans, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and even herbs and spices, you’re supporting a more diverse gut microbiome.

A more diverse microbiome is associated with:
• better digestion
• stronger immune function
• improved metabolism

Instead of focusing on one “superfood,” aim for variety over time. Small, consistent choices can make a big difference!

04/28/2026

Did you know that 1 in 3 adults in the United States has prediabetes? And most don’t even know it.

If you’ve ever felt confused about what to eat, how to support your health, or where to even start… you’re not alone.

Not quite ready to commit to one-on-one nutrition visits?
Or don’t have insurance coverage for dietitian appointments?

This virtual class is a great place to start.

🌿 Blood Sugar & Nutrition Series

A 3-part small group series designed to make nutrition feel simpler, more realistic, and accessible from the comfort of your own home.

🗓 May 28 | 6:30–7:30 PM central time
Blood Sugar Basics

🗓 June 4 | 6:30–7:30 PM central time
Building Balanced Meals

🗓 June 11 | 6:30–7:30 PM central time
Making It Stick

✨ Each class is limited to 10 participants to keep things small, supportive, and interactive

👩‍⚕️ Led by Leslie Johnson, MS, RD, CDCES (Registered Dietitian | Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist | Certified Lifestyle Coach for the CDC Diabetes Prevention Program)

💡 Some insurance plans may cover these as group nutrition visits
(I’m happy to check your benefits before you sign up)

💰 Pricing

• $20 per class
• $45 for all 3 classes

Sliding scale available if needed

📲 To register, text 256-213-1702 or send me a message and I’ll get you set up

04/24/2026

Happy !!

Today’s high fiber highlight: lentils

Did you know you can use lentils to make granola?

Lentils are naturally high in fiber and plant-based protein, and they’re a really versatile way to add more nutrition to foods you already enjoy.

This lentil granola has about 6–7 grams of fiber per 1/2 cup, along with healthy fats and additional nutrients from oats, nuts, seeds, and pumpkin.

Lentils also provide:
• iron to support oxygen transport
• magnesium for muscle and nerve function
• potassium for heart health

What we eat is made up of repeated patterns over time, and this is just one example of how fiber doesn’t have to come from the same few foods.

Full recipe included in the photos if you want to try it!

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