Have you ever wished you could sit down to a full, abundant plate of food and walk away feeling content—without also feeling like you “overdid it”? That’s where the idea of volume eating comes in. It’s a way of approaching meals that focuses on nourishment, fullness, and joy rather than restriction. Here’s the truth: you don’t have…
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Pregnancy Nutrition Weeks 7–10: Fueling Rapid Growth and Easing Early Symptoms
You’ve made it past the earliest weeks — and while your baby is still only about the size of a raspberry by week 10, they’re growing faster than ever. Between Weeks 7 and 10, critical developments include forming fingers and toes, defining facial features, and maturing internal organs such as the liver, kidneys, and intestines. While…
How Marriage Impacts Nutrition and Eating Habits (And What to Do About It)
Marriage brings many beautiful changes—shared dreams, deeper intimacy, and yes, changes in how (and what) you eat. Whether you’re newly married or have been together for decades, research shows that marriage affects nutrition and eating habits in real and lasting ways. As a dietitian who has counseled couples and individuals on nutrition for the last several years,…
Weeks 4–6 of Pregnancy: What to Eat & Why It Matters
Congratulations! You likely just found out you are pregnant—or you strongly suspect you might be. If that’s you, welcome! These early weeks are an exciting and important time, and today, we’re going to outline what foods to prioritize eating to support your health and your baby’s as he or she begin to develop! What’s Happening Right…
From Pages to Plates: How Talking and Reading About Food Can Help Your Picky Eater Thrive
If your child only eats beige foods and gives broccoli the stink eye, you’re not alone — and you’re not failing. Picky eating is a normal part of early childhood. However, if mealtimes have become a battleground and you’re longing for a dinner without negotiations, here is some hopeful news: the path to less picky…
Weeks 1–4 of Pregnancy: Fertility Nutrition & Early Pregnancy Diet Essentials
Wondering what to eat during the first 4 weeks of pregnancy or while trying to conceive? Whether you’re actively TTC (trying to conceive) or just discovered you’re expecting, Weeks 1–4 are a powerful time to lay the nutritional groundwork for a healthy pregnancy. Even before that positive test, your body is preparing to support the…
Macronutrients 101: Proteins, Carbs, and Fats Explained Simply
If you’ve ever tried to eat healthier or looked at a nutrition label, you’ve probably heard the term macronutrients. But what exactly are they—and why do they matter? Macronutrients, often called macros, are the nutrients your body needs in large amounts to function properly. There are three main types: protein, carbohydrates, and fat. Each plays a unique and…
How to Reinvent Yourself & Create Your Dream Life
In today’s post, we are talking all about how to reinvent yourself. I recently moved several states away from my hometown which has allowed me to take a look at my life from and overarching and detached perspective. It made me realize I am not pursing my dream life. So, whether you have also recently…
Local Honey and Seasonal Allergies, Does it Help? + Other Benefits of Honey
While I commonly hear that local honey can help seasonal allergies from friends, patients, and influencers alike, it is unfortunately a myth as it has not been found to be scientifically backed. However, I can see the good intentions behind the idea that eating local honey will aid with the pollen that you are allergic…
Fermented Foods to Aid with Gut Health
So what exactly is fermentation and why is it beneficial? Fermentation is the breaking down of the natural sugars in food by bacteria and yeast. This process creates a food naturally abundant in probiotics as the foods contain many live bacteria. There is also a lot of emerging research that has found potential connections between…
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