Nutrition

We might think that hunger would sharpen our senses, making us more attuned to important emotional cues, but it’s the opposite- hunger seems to make our emotional radar less discriminating.

What causes binge eating? Early experiences of self-soothing impact how we cope today. If we didn’t experience adequate caregiver soothing or we experienced trauma, it can be difficult to find adaptive soothing mechanisms in adulthood. We teach ourselves how to self-soothe through a process of trial and error.

What is food? I personally don’t look at a cow and see food. Maybe you do. Who am I to tell you what is “real food”? You have to decide for yourself what you like to eat, what feels good in your body, and what your body is craving. READ MORE...

What is Toxic Diet Culture like? After almost 15 years as a dietitian, I can tell you- because I've talked to him many times.

If you've ever felt like food has a hold over you—like certain foods whisper your name from the pantry, or that eating "right" feels like a full-time job—you're not alone. So many women are navigating a minefield of misinformation, guilt, stress, and confusion when it comes to food.

Diet culture gives us TONS of subtle food rules which increases food anxiety for many of us. Intuitive eating offers a refreshing approach, encouraging us to reconnect with our natural ability to nourish our bodies...READ MORE.

When you are laser-focused on weight loss, it is easy to think that when you lose weight, you will be happier and healthier.

Meal timing and breakfast eating impact our lean muscle mass, our body’s fat storage function, our hormone levels, and our mental health.

Our behaviors and overall outlook and mental wellness are much better predictors of health than our weight.

What are the benefits and principles of Intuitive Eating?

Focusing on weight loss can be harmful and disrupt our food and body relationship.

The way we see the world is unique to us. With my clients, no relationship with food is exactly like someone else's, but there are themes that seem to be almost universal...READ MORE.