INDIVIDUAL WELL-BEING
Healthful eating is identifying both physical and emotional hunger and having a plan for both; developing realistic strategies that recognize your unique and individual preferences and lifestyle; and meal planning that includes a variety of foods.
Lunch at 10 AM…
A few days ago, I ate lunch at 10:00 AM. A very filling, substantial lunch at that! I’ve noticed that ever since I had a baby, different routines in my day have been gradually moving up (including bedtime after a busy day with a toddler!) A couple years ago there is no way I would […]
Navigating Challenging Medical Diagnoses
Introducing new foods to babies can be a fun experience- but it can also be stressful at times! Especially stressful when introducing some of the top allergens. I experienced this firsthand with my son when he was about 8 months old and had a reaction to peanut butter. After a series of tests and oral […]
Be Kind to Yourself About your Food Choices
I have noticed a very common pattern when talking with people about their food choices, whether I am working directly with clients or just in conversation with friends/others. People can be so hard on themselves when it comes to their eating habits! I hear of people putting post-it notes up with negative messages to remind […]
When Cooking Doesn’t Go Quite as Planned…
As a dietitian, I understand the importance of cooking meals from home more often than eating out—both from a budget and health perspective. However, I am willing to admit that I am just not a natural when it comes to cooking. In my younger years I didn’t spend a whole lot of time in the […]
- Read about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist…but very few complete the rigorous training of a Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN).
RDs AND RDNs ARE FOOD AND NUTRITION EXPERTS WITH THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in dietetics through an accredited university.
- Dietetic internship approved by The American Dietetic Association.
- Registered through an examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Ongoing continuing professional education requirements.
