Non-Diet Nutrition

Have you ever scrolled through social media, feeling bombarded by perfect bodies and diet ads? It’s overwhelming, and the truth is this diet culture affects our mental health.  We’re surrounded by ideals that push thinness and similar beauty standards. This constant exposure causes feelings of shame, low self-esteem and, in some cases, eating disorders. From […]

Find the true meaning of health and well-being through the revolutionary concept of Health at Every Size (HAES).  I am excited to share with you the principles and benefits of this empowering movement that challenges conventional norms about body size and weight.  Let’s learn what the Health at Every Size movement is, explore its five […]

Rest days are underestimated in the fitness world, and what to eat on rest days is a common concern. While viewing them as an excuse to indulge or skip meals is tempting, proper nutrition on rest days is key for muscle recovery and overall performance.  What you eat on your days off can significantly impact […]

Health Trends for 2024 In the ever-evolving world of health and wellness, the powerful influence of social media, particularly platforms like TikTok, is taking over. It has become a breeding ground for trends, shaping everything from fashion to food and health. As we venture into 2024, it’s a great time to dissect these trends, understand […]

As we approach the end of the year, many of us are already thinking about setting resolutions for 2024. Among the most common resolutions are those related to weight loss and fitness. However, this often leads to rapid weight loss trends that don’t last. This pattern suggests that there’s a need for alternative New Year’s […]

Many health care professionals now recognize the importance of sleep. In fact, some go as far as to say that rest is just as important as diet and exercise in overall health and chronic disease management and prevention. And guess what – they are correct! This information might be exciting news to some readers as […]

In the world of sport, weight tends to carry a LOT of weight in determining ability and performance. Some coaches, parents, and athletes use body weight as a metric of fitness. However, as we discussed in this blog post HERE, fitness doesn’t really have anything to do with body shape or size. Why is weight […]

What is the “Eating Disorder Voice”? The “eating disorder (ED) voice” is what we call the voice in someone’s head that drives their eating disorder. It is the voice that is responsible for negative thoughts like “you are not good enough”, “you need to lose weight”, and “you shouldn’t eat that”. It is the voice […]

The idea of body or weight changes may feel scary during recovery or in healing your relationship with food. If you are feeling this way, you are not alone and it is fully understandable. Sometimes weight gain may be necessary in recovery if you are underweight or are experiencing symptoms that you are below your […]

Do you have light, short, or missing menstrual periods? Although an “easier” or missing period may sound nice, abnormal periods are just that…not normal. As we always say, our bodies are extremely smart. When something isn’t quite right, our bodies will let us know one way or another. For women, our periods can be a […]