The Power of Intuitive Eating: Ditch Diets for Good
Read more: The Power of Intuitive Eating: Ditch Diets for GoodWhat is Intuitive Eating:Eating with Intention to Nourish Your Body and MindLet’s be real—diet culture loves to give out strict rules and crazy concoctions, making food way more complicated and confusing than helpful. But what if you could actually enjoy eating without obsessing over every bite? That’s where intuitive eating comes in. It’s not about…
The Alarming Rise of Colon Cancer in People Under 50
Read more: The Alarming Rise of Colon Cancer in People Under 50Colon cancer is on the rise in younger adults, and the statistics are alarming. In fact, colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for people under 50. But why is this happening, and more importantly, what can you do to protect yourself?
How Much Protein Do You Need?
Read more: How Much Protein Do You Need?Protein has been a hot topic for years, and it seems like everyone has an opinion on how much you should be eating. Some say we’re eating too much, while others claim we’re not eating enough. But what does the latest research actually say?
How to Use Your HSA/FSA Card for Nutrtion Counseling
Read more: How to Use Your HSA/FSA Card for Nutrtion CounselingUsing your FSA or HSA for nutrition services is a smart way to invest in your health while saving money. These accounts can help cover things like nutrition counseling, meal planning, and other services that support your wellness goals. In this post, I’ll break down how to use your FSA or HSA for nutrition care…
Are Seed Oils Toxic? Debunking the Myths with Science
Read more: Are Seed Oils Toxic? Debunking the Myths with ScienceIf you've been following nutrition trends lately, you've probably come across the buzz about seed oils. Many influencers are calling them "toxic" and even lumping them in with the so-called "hateful eight." But is there any real science behind these claims, or is it just hype? As a registered dietitian, I'm here to break down…
7 Foods to Help You Sleep Better Tonight
Read more: 7 Foods to Help You Sleep Better TonightThe foods you eat can play a big role in helping or hindering your nighttime rest. Dive into these 7 foods for better sleep tonight!
What is Mindful Eating?
Read more: What is Mindful Eating?Explore what mindful eating is and how it can help you ditch diet culture and find food freedom.
8 Powerful Foods to Fight Inflammation: A Guide to Eating for Better Health
Read more: 8 Powerful Foods to Fight Inflammation: A Guide to Eating for Better HealthWhat if the foods you ate could help you fight off diseases? Imagine if your refrigerator was stocked with items that actively work to reduce inflammation and keep chronic diseases at bay. In this post, I’m diving into eight potent foods that can help you combat inflammation and improve your overall health. Understanding Inflammation To…
7 Tips to Start Eating Mediterranean Today
Read more: 7 Tips to Start Eating Mediterranean TodayEating the Mediterranean way is easier than think! Here are 7 EASY ways to start bettering your health with the Mediterranean eating pattern today. #1 Cook with Olive Oil Olive oil is an unsaturated fat filled with antioxidants and polyphenols. When we sub in olive oil in cooking and sub out butter and other saturated…
Discover 5 Reasons to Eat the Mediterranean Way
Read more: Discover 5 Reasons to Eat the Mediterranean WayHave you heard of the Mediterranean eating pattern and wondered if it actually lives up to the hype? Well, researchers, doctors and dietitians talk it up as one of the healthiest, and most sustainable eating patterns in the world. Plus, US News & Health has ranked it #1 for the past 6 years in a…
10 Ways to Help Kids Eat More Fruit & Veggies
Read more: 10 Ways to Help Kids Eat More Fruit & VeggiesI hear from many parents tales of dinner time battles with their kids about eating their vegetables. This frustrating scene plays over and over each night with parents trying every tactic possible (bargaining, pleading, demanding, “no dessert if you don’t eat your veggies!”). As parents the concern for children to eat a healthy meal comes…
What Is Food Freedom?
Read more: What Is Food Freedom?You may have heard the term, food freedom or seen inspirational posts on Instagram with pictures of yummy food. But, what does food freedom mean exactly? A Mindset Food freedom means that all rules, diets and restrictions around food are eliminated. Our culture loves to promote fad diets and the misconception that certain foods are…
Dietitian vs. Nutritionist? What’s the difference?
Read more: Dietitian vs. Nutritionist? What’s the difference?These days, social media seems to be full of numerous so-called nutrition “experts.” Here’s a news flash for you, anyone can call themselves a “nutritionist!” Crazy, right? It is a completely unregulated term. However, registered dietitians ARE nutrition experts who have earned credentialing to obtain the title. All dietitians are nutritionists, but not all nutritionists…
Dietitian and Pharmacist Break Down the Newest Weight Loss Drugs
Read more: Dietitian and Pharmacist Break Down the Newest Weight Loss DrugsThe realm of weight loss is a big business that includes everything from shakes and powders to supplements and bars. Within this mentality of a “quick-fix” for weight loss, weight-loss medications are ever popular. As the holidays are approaching many individuals become concerned with “staying on track” as sweets and treats become more abundant. Now…
All Tricks and No Treats: Helping Parents Navigate Halloween with Food Allergy Concerns
Read more: All Tricks and No Treats: Helping Parents Navigate Halloween with Food Allergy ConcernsHalloween is a fun time for kids and parents, dressing up, trick-or-treating and the thrill of being out after dark. Halloween excitement can quickly turn to stress and anxiety for parents of children with food allergies.
Introducing Pharmacist Sam!
Read more: Introducing Pharmacist Sam!Improved Patient Outcomes with Dietitian and Pharmacist Collaboration We are thrilled to be collaborating and working with Pharmacist extraordinaire Samantha! It’s National Pharmacy Week! Let’s celebrate our pharmacy friends and discuss how collaboration with them has the potential to improve patient outcomes. Today our focus is diabetes education. There are numerous diabetes medications available to…
Benefits of Plant Based Diets for Psoriasis
Read more: Benefits of Plant Based Diets for PsoriasisI received such great feedback from my collaboration with Vegnews on a the benefits of a plant-based diet for psoriasis I thought I would expand on this topic. What is Psoriasis? First off, what exactly is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is an immune mediated disease, meaning that the exact cause of this disease is unclear. What we…
