Why Portion Control Doesn’t Work for So Many People “I just need more willpower.” This is something I hear all the time—usually from someone who feels like they should be able to manage how much they eat more easily. They might say: “I know what to eat… I just need to control my portions.” On […]

Nearly every day, I hear the same thing from clients. “I feel like food is always on my mind.” They describe thinking about what they’ll eat for dinner while they’re still eating lunch. Replaying meals from earlier in the day and wondering if they ate too much. Planning how they’ll eat “better” tomorrow. Food isn’t […]

For many people, the story of trying to lose weight doesn’t begin last month or even last year. It often begins decades earlier. Over time, people try many different approaches: cutting calories, eliminating certain foods, tracking macros, joining programs, or starting new exercise routines. Each attempt usually begins with hope and determination. But after enough […]

Most people who reach out to me don’t say they’re looking for weight inclusive nutrition. They usually say they want to be “healthier.”Or that their doctor told them to lose weight.Or that they’ve tried everything and nothing seems to last. Underneath those concerns is often the same belief: that weight loss is the path to health. […]

If you’re worried about eating too much during the holidays– snacking more than usual, feeling less in control around food, or already telling yourself you’ll need to “rein it in” come January — I want you to hear this clearly: Nothing has gone wrong. December is a demanding season. Routines are disrupted, stress is high, […]

Introduction: What “Intentional Flexibility” Really Means Have you ever noticed how easy it is to swing between extremes with food?One week you’re “on track,” eating all the “right” things, feeling organized and proud.The next, life gets busy, meals feel rushed, and suddenly you’re convinced you’ve “fallen off.” That back-and-forth is exhausting — and it’s not […]

Halloween candy is everywhere this time of year, and with it often comes anxiety: “What if I eat too much?” or “What if my kids can’t stop?” If you’ve ever felt tense around sweets, you’re not alone. The fear of sugar is deeply rooted in diet culture messages that tell us sugar is dangerous or addictive. But what if that […]

If you’ve started taking a GLP-1 medication such as Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, or Zepbound®, you’re not alone. These medications—originally developed for type 2 diabetes—are now widely prescribed for blood-sugar regulation and weight management. Over the past year, I’ve had many conversations with clients navigating this new territory. Some began their GLP-1 journey before embracing a non-diet approach, while others […]

Last week was Weight Stigma Awareness Week, a time to recognize the very real harm caused by weight-based bias. While people of all body sizes can experience weight stigma—through comments, assumptions, or pressure to look a certain way—it is especially harmful for those living in larger bodies, who face higher rates of discrimination in healthcare, work, […]

Have you ever told yourself, “I better eat the cookies now because my diet starts Monday”?Or maybe you’ve grabbed an extra slice of pizza because you weren’t sure when you’d “let yourself” have it again. Some people even avoid keeping ice cream, chips, or bread in the house because they feel out of control around […]