It is normal to experience food shaming comments from our inner food critique, or from others- in the form of words or looks. But how does this impact your experience over the holidays? Is this ultimately a healthy relationship with food and a healthy way to be?
Happy New Year! Every year as we enter dieting month, there always seems to be even more pressure than ever to “lose weight and get healthy.” While I understand the sense that we have a fresh start and the surge of motivation that comes with that, dieting research and peoples’ personal experiences both indicate this is short-lived. If you are struggling with the desire to lose weight despite previous unsuccessful attempts, or even weight gain after previous attempts, then I have a few things I would like to share with you. In this article, you will find information that I wish everyone knew about dieting, weight loss and health.
As we approach 2025, many of us are reflecting on the past year and setting our sights on new resolutions and health goals. It’s that time when we commit to improving our physical and mental well-being, two of the most important aspects of our lives. After all, when we prioritize our health, it leads to better relationships, longer lifespans, and a higher quality of life overall.
Having a challenging time thinking of new snacks or adding snacks that are satisfying or enjoyable to the routine? Dietitian-to-be, Emmye Conway, breaks this process into three categories to help you think through new, creative snack ideas that will leave you feeling your best!
Have you considered where you're getting your nutrition information and if this information is trustworthy? Whether it comes from a gossip column, a viral video, a celebrity, or a physician, there will be no better expert to obtain nutrition advice from than a registered dietitian. Read why and how a dietitian can help you!
There are a lot of things to consider when thinking about taking Ozempic or Wegovy for weight loss. We break down the things to consider by explaining what these medications are, how they were discovered and developed, where the research stands, what your options are during a shortage like we find ourself in now (2023), and other helpful health behaviors.
The education most women receive in school regarding the menstrual cycle includes limited information about how nutrition can aid in symptom management. We will look at the different phases in a woman’s cycle, what is happening during each phase, and how nutrition can make a difference in how you feel!
There are so many options for snacks out there. There are different foods for different ages. Please note that this list is not an all encompassing list, but gives you some more ideas and let’s you know from a dietitian’s perspective, what it is about these snacks that I really like for the health of my little one.
Here are a few of my favorite things for myself (things for my little one will be at the end). I included the links to Amazon for easy find! These items can be something you gift yourself, ask for on the wish list, or gift for a friend or loved one this holiday season. Look for those Black Friday deals!
