Nourish Your Glow: How What You Eat Impacts Your Skin
When we think about skincare, we tend to focus on topical products. A 5-step routine with cleansers, moisturizers, serums, etc. But healthy, radiant skin does not just come from what you put on your body. It is also deeply influenced by what you put in your body. There is growing research in nutritional dermatology showing […]
Why Strength Training Is Essential for Health
When it comes to improving health, it is important to take a full-body approach. Exercise is a key component of overall health, but sometimes cardio steals the spotlight. And while cardio is important and has its place, one of the most impactful yet often overlooked pieces of long-term health is strength training. Strength training goes […]
Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (FHA): When the Body Hits Pause
As a nutrition counseling practice, we work with a large population of women. From high performing professionals, athletes, women wanting to start a family, and those healing their relationship with food. One pattern we commonly see is a missing period, Amenorrhea. Sometimes it is brushed off. Sometimes it is blamed on stress. Sometimes it is […]
Updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans
The newly updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) have just been released, and yes, we know they tend to stir up A LOT of conversation every time they are released (and honestly, that’s not a bad thing). These guidelines have been around since 1980 and are updated every five years to reflect the latest nutrition […]
10 Diet Mistakes We See Every January
Every January, we see the same pattern: promises of “quick resets,” extreme detoxes, and rigid plans that claim to boost your metabolism fast. While these approaches may sound appealing, many actually do the opposite, slowing metabolism, disrupting hormones, and making long-term health harder to achieve. Your metabolism is simply how your body uses the energy […]
Nutrition & Wellness Gift Guide for 2025: Dietitian Approved
The holiday season is officially here, bringing with it the joy (and maybe some stress) of finding thoughtful and meaningful gifts for the people you love. As dietitians, we’re all about gifts that make healthy habits feel easier, more enjoyable, and more sustainable all year long. With that said, we curated a list of our […]
Eating Well Through Menopause
Menopause marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years, but the transition leading up to it, perimenopause, can last several years. During this time, levels of estrogen and progesterone gradually decline, influencing nearly every system in the body and triggering a wide range of symptoms. How these symptoms manifest varies greatly from woman to woman, […]
Let’s Talk Cortisol
What Is Cortisol, Really? Cortisol is a hormone your body naturally produces in the adrenal glands. Often nicknamed the “stress hormone,” cortisol plays a big role in your body’s fight-or-flight response, helping you respond to stress and maintain internal balance (a.k.a. homeostasis). When your brain detects a threat, whether it’s a tight deadline, emotional stress, […]
What is Collagen? Health Benefits, Food Sources, and When to Take Supplements
You’ve probably heard the word collagen as it’s on shelves everywhere, from skincare products to health supplements, but what exactly is it? And why is everyone talking about it? It is the most abundant protein in the body, so given that, we are going to explore what collagen is, why it matters, and ways to […]
Navigating Alcohol and Nutrition
Alcohol is deeply woven into societies and cultures around the world and is often present during life milestones and everyday moments, from toasts at weddings to happy hours after work, relaxation, and even rituals. While at times it can be harmless, the reality of its effects on health is complex, given its ability to contribute […]
