The Dangers of Yo-Yo Dieting
If people knew what dieting did to their bodies, I don’t think any of us would have ever started. Did you know that every time you lose weight and gain it back, you end up with more body fat? (Gasp)...
View ArticleProtein Shakes & Meal Replacements
One of the most common questions that I get asked from my clients is “which protein shake do you recommend?” Honestly, I don’t recommend any of them. I am a firm believer that God intended us to get...
View ArticleCan We Just Let Food Be Food?
My thoughts on food fads, nutrition trends, and diet culture. I’ve had something weighing on me for a few months now, and I’ve decided to share it with you. I am a dietitian, and I love nutrition. It’s...
View ArticleThe Idol of Thinness
It’s interesting to look back to through history and realize that thinness was not a standard of beauty until the last one hundred years or so. Prior to that, larger bodies were associated with better...
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What is Intuitive Eating?
Intuitive eating is somewhat of a hot topic in the health and wellness community these days. There is growing trend of non-diet dietitians, health coaches, and individuals promoting its message in a...
View ArticleConfessions of a Chronic Dieter
When I was eleven years old, I went on my first diet. I don’t even remember what it was exactly, but I do remember feeling the need to cut back on my eating. The discovery of a seven-day diet plan had...
View ArticleHow to Balance Discipline & Grace in Eating
One of the most difficult concepts to grasp within the “eat with grace” philosophy is how do you allow yourself to eat what you want AND make wise choices at the same time. My answer to this question:...
View ArticleStress Eating & the Coronavirus
I wake up every morning hoping that it was all just a bad dream. The cancelled events, social distancing, and fear of the unknown has our world in utter chaos. I am not panicking, but I would be lying...
View ArticleWhy I am not a HAES Dietitian
I consider myself a weight-neutral dietitian. A dietitian who focuses on behavior change rather than weight loss to improve overall health and wellbeing. It is something that I actually started...
View ArticleMy Autoimmune Journey
If any of you have followed me over the past nine years, you are probably surprised to see a post like this. I never wanted my website or social media presence to be about me, but rather the message I...
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