How to Stop Feeling Out of Control with Food
Our goal is to turn foods that feel like a problem into foods that are just another food. Instead of “CHOCOLATE 😳😳😳” It becomes just “chocolate ☺️” As I sat down to write this post, I grabbed an unopened bag of chocolate (speaking of) that had...
What is Intuitive Eating?
I remember being really pissed off when I first heard of Intuitive Eating. A few dietitian friends were promoting it and I was so confused. How the heck do “all foods fit”? Even donuts?! I had been a dietitian for 6 years when I found Intuitive Eating and it took me a...
Why I Focus on Wellness, Not Weight and What that *Might* Mean for You
I got off the phone this morning with a potential client and was all fired up. On a recent trip to see her PCP, she was shamed for her weight. They told her “your BMI is overweight and you’re at risk for diabetes, heart disease and other issues,” so she replied (after...
How to Curb Your Hunger: Try this One Simple Step!
If you’re hungry, you should… a.) chew gum b.) drink water c.) distract yourself d.) EAT FOOD! Just imagine that the next time you have to pee, instead of simply peeing you try to chew gum, drink water or distract yourself. The urge to pee will keep...
I’m a Weight Inclusive Non-Diet Dietitian
As a Registered and Licensed Dietitian, I have a moral and professional obligation to provide EVIDENCE based care to my clients. As you can see, the evidence does not support a weight normative approach. Instead of focusing on weight as an outcome (weight normative care), my practice is entirely weight inclusive.
Eating Changes During a Pandemic
If you’re struggling with food and your body right now I see you. The world is I N T E N S E, it would only make sense you’d find a little more comfort or control in food, or worry more about your body. There is so much we can’t control right now, so...
Grocery Shopping and Meal Prep During a Pandemic
Are you stressed about what to buy and how to feed yourself and your family during this crazy time? I can relate… It’s taken me a few weeks of my own trial and error, conversations with clients, and researching best practices online but I’ve finally narrowed it...
Ditch Diet Culture and Fear Around Food With Intuitive Eating
This morning I saw a post on Instagram shaming Krispy Kreme for giving out free donuts to healthcare workers. DURING A PANDEMIC THIS IS WHAT PEOPLE ARE TALKING ABOUT?! People are just trying to survive right now. If a healthcare worker (or anyone!) wants a friggen...