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    Evidence-Based Nutrition. Real-Life Recipes. Lasting Habits.

    Confused about what to eat for Insulin Resistance?

    At Buena Wellness, we simplify nutrition with evidence-based guidance and delicious recipes so you can confidently know what to eat, build balanced blood sugar habits, and improve your metabolic health—without giving up the foods you love.

    Latest Recipes and Wellness Tips

    Check out our wellness articles or browse our latest blood sugar-friendly recipes below to find your new weekly favorite.

    • Zoomed in photo of the ingredients for Cowboy Caviar Recipe. We see black beans, white beans, roasted corn, red onion, cilantro, red onion, and bell peppers.
      Cowboy Caviar Recipe: No Added Sugar
      Cook Time20 Minutes
    • Close up photo of two salmon buddha bowls in black bowls on a rustic wooden table. We see a bed of arugula, roasted red bell peppers and red onions, tender bite-size pieces of salmon, and lemon yogurt dill sauce drizzled over top.
      Salmon Buddha Bowl: High-Protein
      Cook Time35 Minutes
    • Image of buffalo chicken thigh recipe on a baking sheet. We see a chicken thigh being brushed with Frank's buffalo sauce.
      Buffalo Chicken Thighs (Oven-Baked)
    • A close-up photo of dill pickle ereek yogurt and mayonnaise, and hints of green onion and dill pickles.
      Dill Pickle Egg Salad: High Protein
      Cook Time10 Minutes
    • Low-Carb Salad Dressings: Simple & Sugar-Free
    • Overhead photo of the Chipotle Steak Bowl with spinach, roasted red peppers, roasted red onions, riced cauliflower, avocados, black beans, sliced steak, and creamy chipotle dressing.
      Chipotle Steak Bowl: No Rice and High Protein
      Cook Time30 Minutes
    • Photo of a sliced of cucumber dipping into the cottage cheese and ranch dip. We see tomatoes in the foreground and other veggies.
      Cottage Cheese and Ranch Dip
      Cook Time10 Minutes
    • Close up image of MExican Tuna Salad. We can make out the creamy tuna fish mixed with the avocado, cilantro, red onions, tomatoes, and jalapeños.
      Mexican Tuna Salad Recipe
      Cook Time10 Minutes
    • Image of cottage cheese chocolate mousse served in a clear glass container and topped with a dollop of Greek yogurt and unsweetened chocolate chips.
      Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse Recipe
    • Close up image of arugula and spinach salad. We see spinach and arugula leaves coated in balsamic vinaigrette, curly parmesan shavings and toasted almonds.
      Arugula and Spinach Salad With Parmesan
    • Close up of a spoonful of high protein, edible gluten free cookie dough on a spatula.
      Edible Gluten-Free Cookie Dough
    • Close up of a serving of low carb, high protein, gluten free, bolognese pasta bake being served.
      Low-Carb High-Protein Pasta Bake
    • Close-up photo of the meat mixture for healthy sloppy joes.
      Healthy Sloppy Joes on Baked Potatoes
    • Photo of stuffed baked sweet potatoes with Mexican style toppings served on a black plate.
      Stuffed Baked Sweet Potato
    • Photograph of creamy Chipotle Salad dressing made from greek yogurt in a black bowl with a serving spoon.
      Chipotle Salad Dressing With Greek Yogurt
    • Image of mixed greens salad with blueberries, carrots, beets, and toasted pepitas.
      Mixed Greens Salad With Blueberries
    • Photo of Satay Chicken Stir Fry served over golden sauteed cabbage strips and drizzled with low-carb peanut sauce.
      Satay Chicken Stir Fry
    • Photo of hand taking a no-bake protein ball out of a bowl.
      No Bake Protein Balls
    • Close up photo of Green Goddess Soup garnished with roasted leeks and Greek Yogurt.
      Green Goddess Soup
    • Close up of Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip with a side of sliced apples.
      Peanut Butter and Yogurt Dip
      Cook Time2 Minutes
    • Close up of Carrot and Lentil Soup served up in a white soup bowl and garnished with scallions.
      Carrot and Lentil Soup: High Protein
    • Photo of the baked Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip in a yellow baking dish.
      Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip
    • Close-up photo of Chicken Potato Soup Recipe .
      Chicken Potato Soup Recipe
    • Photo of the gluten free sweet potato being served.
      Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole
    • Photo of a portion of gluten free shepherds pie served on a plate. A green salad is in the background.
      Gluten-Free Shepherd's Pie: High Protein
    • Photo of gluten free granola served over plain Greek yogurt with a jar of granola in the background.
      Gluten-Free Granola
    • Close-up photo of Low Carb Peanut Sauce in a dish. We see lettuce wraps in the background.
      Low-Carb Peanut Sauce
      Cook Time5 Minutes
    • Photo of plated Gluten Free Alfredo Zucchini Noodles with a side of baked chicken.
      Gluten-Free Alfredo Zucchini Noodles
    • Overhead photo of roasted broccoli and cauliflower spears on a baking sheet.
      Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower
    • Close up photo of a bowl of Alfredo Cottage Cheese Sauce. Behind the bowl we see the corner of a bowl of roasted vegetables drizzled with sauce.
      Alfredo Cottage Cheese Sauce
    • Photo of high protein chia pudding served in a glass jar and topped with Greek yogurt and blueberries.
      High Protein Chia Pudding With Blueberries
    • Overhead photo of three lettuce wraps on a plate and a bowl of the peanut sauce.
      Lettuce Wraps With Peanut Sauce
      Cook Time22 Minutes
    • Photo of gluten-free seed crackers in a bowl.
      Seed Crackers: Gluten Free and Blood Sugar-Friendly
    • Angled photograph of the stuffed peppers without rice side by side on a rectangular plate.
      Stuffed Peppers Without Rice: Zesty and High Protein
    • Photo of a Cheeseburger Bowl complete with shredded romaine lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, mini cheeseburger patties, and special sauce.
      Cheeseburger Bowl: Low-Carb and Glucose Friendly
    • Close-up photograph of Low-Carb Fajitas garnished with sliced jalapeños.
      Low-Carb Fajitas Sheet Pan Dinner
    • Close up photo of high protein dip with canned smoked trout. We see a carrot being dipped into the chunky dip.
      High-Protein Dip With Canned Smoked Trout
    • Close up photograph of Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes Nachos Style. We see a corner of the sheet pan with the assembles ingredients and toppings.
      Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes Not-Chos
    • Photograph of the finished Beef and Green Beans skillet in a cast iron pan. We also see a sliced lime and the edge of a serving spoon in the top left.
      Beef and Green Beans Skillet
    • Photo of the finished Creamy Chipotle Chicken dish in a black skillet. The dish is garnished with scallions and cilantro.
      Creamy Chipotle Chicken
    • Close up photo of the salad with the dressing coated veggies and chicken front and center.
      Carrot Cabbage Salad With Chicken and Peanut Sauce
    • Head on photo of a jar of overnight oats. We see a layer of the cinnamon oats, topped with yogurt and mixed berries.
      High Protein Overnight Oats
    • Photo of Greek yogurt smoothie bowl in a white ceramic bowl. The smoothie bowl is topped with sliced almonds, chocolate chips and cocnut flakes.
      Greek Yogurt Smoothie Bowl
    • A bowl of greek Yogurt with all the toppings, including berries, almond butter, hemp seeds and dates.
      Greek Yogurt Bowl: Quick High Protein Meal
    • Close-up photo of cottage cheese and scrambled eggs with a serving of strawberries and blueberries.
      Cottage Cheese and Scrambled Eggs
    • Close up photo of a spoon with cottage cheese, strawberries, blueberries and chocolate chips.
      Cottage Cheese Bowls: A Quick High Protein Meal
    • Photo of cilantro lime Greek yogurt dressing in a small glass bowl, surrounded by a cut lime, cilantro, scallions and garlic peels.
      Cilantro Lime Greek Yogurt Dressing: Five Minute Recipe
    • Overhead photo of Southwest chicken salad. We see the sald
      Southwest Chicken Salad
    • Photo of a scoop of no mayo chicken salad on a bed of greens.
      No Mayo Chicken Salad
    • Close up photo of plated cabbage steaks topped with the spiced ground chicken breast and tomato sauce, garnished with yogurt and cilantro. In the background we see a bowl of cilantro and the edge of a baking sheet with cabbage steaks.
      Indian Spiced Ground Chicken Breast with Roasted Cabbage Steaks

    To learn more, read our article written by our very own Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Diabetes Educator, Jen Birge. It includes key nutrition strategies for Improving Insulin Resistance. Whether it's breakfast, lunch, or dinner, we've got a recipe to make mealtime stress-free and delicious.

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