The terms Dietitian and Nutritionist are often used interchangeably in today's wellness-driven world. However, the education, training, and legal scope of each title vary greatly. Understanding these key differences can help you make informed decisions about who to trust for personalized, evidence-based nutrition advice.

Every January, we’re inundated with messages of change, discipline, and “starting fresh”. These messages are largely focused on food and movement, suggesting that we haven’t been doing enough in these categories throughout the year and must “make up for it”. For many people, these can feel especially loud after the holidays.

The holidays are filled with friends, family, and lots of hustle and bustle, meaning health and food may be tricky to navigate. Food is a common denominator during gatherings and dinners and can often pose a trigger for those with eating disorders. These times may bring up different emotions, such as anxiety, stress, or sadness, making it difficult to focus on your goals.

Picky eating is a common challenge in early childhood that many parents face. Though it can be frustrating at times, it is important to remember that this is a normal part of development for children, especially while they are gaining independence. In the past, picky eating was dealt with in a more authoritative way, but now it is shifted to meeting your child where they are at.

The focus on body image and dieting has never been more prevalent than it is today. Diet culture is a 70 billion dollar industry. It's not uncommon for people to worry about their eating habits or engage in behaviors that could be labeled as "disordered." A question I get a lot is what the difference between disordered eating is and eating disorders. In this blog post, we'll explore the key differences between these two concepts, delve into the symptoms of an eating disorder, and highlight the value of having a registered dietitian as part of your support system.

Have you ever wondered about your fertility? What can impact, harm, or enhance your fertility? You may be a woman trying to get pregnant, maybe you plan to have children many years down the road, or maybe you don’t want kids at all! Regardless of your future family desires, it is important to know how impactful our menstrual cycles are to our overall health and wellness, and how our nutrition and movement plays a role in this very process. (Disclaimer: this article does not address IVF or IUI and is not meant to minimize the true difficulties that may come from infertility).

There are many unique things about being a woman, and the menstrual cycle is something we should learn to love (okay maybe not that far) and appreciate. There is much more than meets the eye in this week-long, recurring event.

Athletes are a uniquely vulnerable population when it comes to eating disorders and disordered eating. This is due to the relationship between how their nutritional intake affects their athletic performance and their training schedule. It is key to understand the risks athletes face in providing them support and coaching before their condition may require long-term recovery.

To start, I didn’t have the easiest labor. It lasted 3 days… yes 3 days. My blood pressure also shot up during labor and I had to immediately be put on magnesium post delivery. If you are not familiar with this, essentially magnesium makes you feel like you have the flu and you are bed ridden for 24 hours. Going through labor was already hard enough and then this on top of it just made it even harder. 

Intuitive eating is an approach to nourishment that emphasizes listening to ones body rather than following external rules or restrictions around food. It can be a helpful way to develop a healthier relationship with food and improve your overall well-being. Here are five reasons to try intuitive eating.