042: How to Eat Carbs & Still Lose Weight with TMN Coach Hannah

Carbs get a bad rap, but are they really that bad? Time to de-myth the relationship between carbs, weight loss, and healthy living. At The Millennial Nutritionist, we take a close look at carbohydrates and how you can use them in your weight loss journey. From examining what exactly is a carbohydrate to providing tips on how to increase complex carbs and decrease refined carbs, this episode has it all. TMN Coach Hannah Abdulla, BS, RD is joining us to share tips and strategies on how to enjoy carbs in a way that will benefit you. Hannah is a registered dietitian and is currently working towards her MS in Nutrition Science. As a parent herself, Hannah knows firsthand how parenthood impacts your health and wellness journey. Join our Millennial Living Membership for healthy recipes, grocery lists, monthly challenges, and more! https://themillennialnutritionist.com/membership Resources mentioned: 5 Weight Loss Tips Obesity Doctors Say You Should Try Before Using Semiglutides 3 key tips we cover about carbohydrates include: Carbohydrates are essential for your body- this is where your energy comes from. Removing carbohydrates from your diet will leave you with low energy. Know the difference between simple carbohydrates (white bread, rice) and complex carbohydrates (whole wheat bread, quinoa, brown rice). Choose complex carbohydrates, they have more nutrients and fiber, leaving you feeling fuller longer. Carbohydrates are more than bread, rice, and pasta. Carbohydrates can be found in fruit, sugary drinks (watch those Starbucks drinks and sweetened teas), fried food batter, lentils, ancient grains, and beans. Choose carbohydrates that will give you more nutritional bang for your buck. Hi! I’m Illa (MS, RDN) and I am a Registered Dietitian who provides weight loss coaching for millennials. There are so many health companies and fad diets out there that want to convince you to buy their products, but I’m here to show you that you don’t need any products to lose weight! It just takes a little behavior change and food tracking. The Millennial Nutritionist is a private practice dedicated to helping people lose weight and build better health habits to support their busy lifestyles. We offer a 3-month Lifestyle Reset Program and a monthly Millennial Living Membership to support you with your goals! Learn more about our programs at https://themillennialnutritionist.com/services. Connect with us!: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.millennial.nutritionist/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@millennialnutritionist Website: https://themillennialnutritionist.com/