Healthy Tips With Jessie Shafer, RDN
Jessie Shafer, RDN, is a registered dietitian and nutrition consultant for Struesli. A former magazine editor and long-time journalist, Jessie loves to turn the science of nutrition into relatable tips that can inspire and improve health from the inside out. When she's not chasing around her three toddlers, you can find Jessie sharing recipes over at The Real Food Dietitians or dreaming up more ways to enjoy Struesli!
Nutrition Articles
Managing Migraines: What to Eat, What to do, What to Avoid
Struesli's founder has been a long-time sufferer of migraines. She created Struesli to help manage her own migraines. Learn from Adrienne's neurologist and Struesli's dietitian about the best foods to eat and what to avoid when managing migraines.
Best Breakfasts When Taking Ozempic (Or Other GLP-1s)
It can be hard to know what to eat when taking Ozempic or another GLP-1 medication. Our registered dietitian shares the best breakfast choices, as well as what to avoid for the first meal of the day.
Why We Use Chia Seeds In Our Granola
Chia seeds are one ingredient that makes Struesli so delicious and good for you at the same time. Learn how chia seeds contribute to the health benefits of our grain-free granola and how much to aim for each day.
A Dietitian's Guide To Baking Without Grains
Grain-free baking may seem intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Use these tips, common ingredients, and chef-created recipes to make delicious grain-free baked goods in your own kitchen.
The Future of Food: A Dietitian’s Guide to 2025 Food Trends
As a registered dietitian and natural products nutrition consultant, I’ve been tracking food trends for many years now. Here are the food trends I’m currently tracking and expect to gain popularity through 2025.
How To Choose A Nourishing, Better-For-You Cereal
Navigating the cereal aisle can be tricky, as sneaky sugars, artificial colors, and additives are being added to many seemingly "healthy" cereal product on grocery store shelves. Here is a guide to finding a better starter.
WHAT ARE TIGER NUTS? TINY TUBERS WITH BIG HEALTH BENEFITS
The main ingredient in every batch of Struesli is tiger nuts. This little ingredient packs a big nutrition punch, crispy texture, and unique mildly sweet flavor, and they're one of several reasons why Struesli stands out among other granolas.
FIBER FACTS AND HOW TO BOOST YOUR FIBER INTAKE
Does it sometimes feel like everyone is telling you to get more fiber? What exactly is fiber and why is it so important? We'll explore everything fiber has and can do for you, and the best (read: most delicious) ways to get more of it!
OMEGA 3 VS OMEGA 6: BENEFITS AND BEST FOOD SOURCES
It's impossible to eat only one type of fat, nor should you. Every type of fat that you can get naturally from foods (saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated) plays a role in your health.
ENERGIZE & THRIVE: THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF CACAO + COFFEE
If you’ve ever sipped a mocha or bit into a chocolate bar infused with coffee, then you already know that the bold flavors taste great together. Here are some other reasons that coffee and cacao are a match that's meant to be.
UNLOCKING THE SECRETS TO BETTER HEALTH WITH PLANT-BASED EATING
Over the last decade, interest in plant-based eating has skyrocketed due to growing interest in personalized health, animal welfare, and sustainability of the planet. But are plant-based foods better for you?
SUPER SEEDS: 3 NUTRIENT-PACKED SEEDS YOU NEED IN YOUR DIET
Seeds are the unspoken star of the plant world. Think about it: If planted and watered, they have the ability to turn into entirely new plants. So it makes sense that, within seeds, you get a good balance of nutrition that can help you thrive.
CHEWING YOUR SMOOTHIE: A CLEVER TIP FOR BETTER DIGESTION
Chewing your smoothies? Aren't smoothies meant to be smooth? Well yes, they are. But adding some nice texture and crunch to your delicious smoothies can boost their staying power and nutrition.
FATS 101: GOOD VS BAD AND HOW TO CHOOSE HEALTHY FATS
A lot has been said about dietary fat, yet we’ve still been slow, as a country, to embrace fat as the life-sustaining, brain-building, essential nutrient that it is. Fat is flavor. Fat is nutrition. And, yes, fat is good for you.
EFFECTIVE ANTI-IMFLAMMATORY FOODS FOR BETTER HEALTH
When you hear about inflammation, what comes to mind? Joint pain? Arthritis? Maybe fatigue? True, these are all feelings associated with inflammation, but more often than not, you don't really feel inflammation.
Why Do So Many Granolas Have Added Sugars?
You're probably wondering: Is granola actually healthy? Granola definitely has a health aura to it, which is why many people are surprised to learn just how much sugar is in many of the granola brands you can buy.
INTERMITTENT FASTING: SMART STRATEGIES TO BREAK YOUR FAST
Intermittent fasting is nothing new, but we continue to learn new techniques and tips to make it healthy and tailored to you. This article provides an update on the science of intermittent fasting and the best choices in foods to break a fast.
WHY GO GLUTEN-FREE? 6 REASONS PEOPLE AVOID GLUTEN
Today, almost 1 in 3 adults are interested in reducing gluten in their diets. It is medically necessary for some people to avoid gluten while others do so for a multitude of reasons, ranging from better digestion to weight loss.
EATING FOR YOUR MIND: FOODS THAT CAN IMPROVE MENTAL HEALTH
The current rush of life, overstimulation, lack of time to do it all, and the pressure of self-actualization have contributed to a rise in depression and anxiety disorders. But can we eat to improve our mental health?
LOW-GLYCEMIC FOODS: HOW TO KEEP YOUR BLOOD SUGAR STABLE
In addition to opting for lower-carb and lower-sugar alternatives of your favorite foods, here are three other ways you can avoid having too many blood sugar spikes and the health implications that can potentially follow.