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Nutrition 101
Check out the resources below for delicious recipes, answers to common nutrition questions, and so much more!
Recovery Reads & Listens: A Curated Guide for Eating Disorders
Practical and inspiring recovery resources—books, blogs, and podcasts that provide guidance, compassion, and connection for eating disorder healing.
Breast Cancer & Nutrition: Finding a Flexible, Supportive Approach
A breast cancer diagnosis brings food questions. Here’s what research says about nutrition, weight, and healing—in a flexible, realistic way.
Step Away from the Protein Powder: Muscle & Balance in Menopause
Protein gets a lot of hype—but it’s not the only nutrient that matters in midlife. Learn how protein, movement, and balance support women’s muscle and bone health in perimenopause and menopause.
Simplify School Lunches: Dietitian-Approved Systems for Busy Families
Struggle with school morning chaos? Learn dietitian-approved lunch-packing systems that support executive function, reduce stress, and make meal prep easier for neurodivergent students and parents.
10 Gentle Reminders to Support Eating Disorder Recovery
Gentle affirmations to quiet the ED voice and stay nourished. Discover how consistent nourishment protects mental health, lowers stress, and supports long-term recovery with an all-foods-fit approach.
Back-to-School Meal Prep: 8 Recipes and Shortcuts That Save Time
Back-to-school nights are busy, but dinner doesn’t have to be stressful. Discover 8 easy recipes and dietitian-approved meal prep shortcuts to save time, cut stress, and keep weeknight meals balanced and family-friendly.
What to Do When You Hit a Plateau with Nutrition Goals (Without Falling Into the All-or-Nothing Trap)
Noticing a slowdown in your nutrition progress? Here’s how to reframe a plateau as a signal—not a setback—discover how to navigate them without slipping into perfectionism, restriction, or self-blame.
20 Journal Prompts to Support a Healthier Relationship with Food and Body Image
Struggling with body image or constant food thoughts? These 20 journal prompts can help you reflect, find self-compassion, and reconnect with your values.
When Kids Say ‘I’m Not Hungry’: Positive Feeding Strategies and Red Flags to Watch For
Learn gentle, research-backed strategies for handling mealtime struggles with kids and teens who say they’re not hungry — and discover how to spot signs of an eating disorder.
Movement & Menopause: Why Exercise Matters (and What It Can’t Fix)
As hormone levels fluctuate and decline during perimenopause and menopause, many people notice changes: weight gain (especially around the midsection), disrupted sleep, joint aches, increased fatigue, and longer recovery times. While these shifts are a natural part of aging, they can be frustrating — that’s where physical activity becomes both a tool and a support system. Let’s explore what it can help with, what it can’t do alone, and how to move through this stage with more ease and confidence.
ADHD Medications, Appetite, and Digestion: What to Expect and How to Manage Side Effects with Food
ADHD medications can be life-changing tools that improve focus, motivation, and executive function. But for many individuals—especially children, teens, and adults with newly diagnosed ADHD—they can come with some frustrating side effects, especially around appetite and digestion. The good news? Nutrition and simple lifestyle strategies can often ease these side effects without compromising the benefits of treatment.
What Happens to Estrogen and Progesterone During Menopause? Plus Nutrition Tips That Help
The hormonal changes of perimenopause and menopause can impact everything from sleep and metabolism to mood, memory, and even your relationship with food. So let’s break down what estrogen and progesterone do in the body, what happens when they decline, and how nutrition and lifestyle choices can help you feel more in control during this transition.
How to Reduce Microplastic Exposure from Food (Without Losing Your Mind)
We’ve all heard about plastic pollution in oceans and landfills—but what about in our food? Yep, those tiny bits of plastic (called microplastics, smaller than 5mm) are now showing up in places they absolutely shouldn’t: our meals, our water, and even inside our bodies. It sounds alarming, but don’t panic. Let’s break it down in a way that’s easy to understand—and easy to act on.
Tips for Curating a Social Media Space that Supports You
Social media has become a constant presence in our lives, influencing not just what we eat but how we feel about our bodies. As a registered dietitian, I have seen firsthand the impact of social media on self-perception and eating behaviors. Detoxing and curating your feed can be a powerful tool in fostering a healthier relationship with food and your body.
Beyond Good and Bad: How a Balanced Approach Can Transform Your Relationship with Food
A balanced approach is about de-stigmatizing food choices and recognizing that when we understand what different foods do in our bodies, we can make more informed and empowered choices that align with our needs and preferences. By removing the moral value from food, we can start making choices based on what truly serves our bodies and minds rather than out of fear or guilt.
Comfort Without Cravings: How to Decompress Without Food
After a long, exhausting day, do you find yourself automatically reaching for a snack? Using food to cope with stress is incredibly common—and completely understandable. Food is one of the most accessible, socially accepted, and biologically reinforcing ways to self-soothe. However, if food is the primary or only method of stress relief, it may start to feel like a cycle that’s difficult to break.
Food Dyes in Your Diet: Separating Facts from Fear
Food dyes are everywhere, but are these artificial colors safe? Over the years, research has explored the impact of food dyes on human health, with findings that sometimes seem conflicting. Let’s break down what the science actually says, separating studies done on animals from those conducted in humans.
Non-Diet Solutions for the New Year: A Sustainable Approach to Health Goals
Traditionally, New Year resolutions often focus on diets and weight loss. However, evidence shows that dieting is rarely a sustainable or effective strategy for improving health. This New Year, consider a non-diet approach that prioritizes lasting, health-focused habits over temporary fixes.
Why Interest vs. Importance Nervous Systems Matter: Meal Planning Hacks for ADHD
One of the most significant frameworks for understanding ADHD is the concept of "interest-based nervous systems." Unlike neurotypical individuals who may prioritize tasks based on importance or external pressures, those with ADHD often thrive on: interest, novelty, competition, urgency, and passion (INCUP). This distinction can have profound implications for everyday life, including food choices, meal planning, and nutrition.
The Ultimate Kitchen Gadgets for Individuals with ADHD
Cooking can be a relaxing way to decompress, but for individuals with ADHD, it often feels overwhelming. Between meal planning, multitasking, and managing distractions, the kitchen can become a source of stress. Thankfully, the right tools can make cooking more approachable, helping to streamline tasks and reduce frustration.
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