What One Woman’s Diet History Taught Me Recently, a client sent me a document she had titled “Diet History.”  It was organized by decade, beginning in 1975. It included every weight loss attempt she had every done: Atkins, Scarsdale, SlimFast, Nutrisystem, Jenny Craig, Fen-Phen, Curves, Weight Watchers, Personal trainers, Tracking apps, Paleo, A home gym, […]

For many women, learning how to prioritize yourself isn’t about motivation — it’s about unlearning the habit of putting others first. This is something I often see in my practice. I work with women who are trying to build sustainable habits without running themselves into the ground. The women I sit across from are capable, […]

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. […]

The 2026 Dietary Guidelines were recently released, and with them came a familiar mix of headlines, opinions, and confusion. As a non-diet dietitian, I’m less interested in debating whether the guidelines are “right” or “wrong,” and more interested in how they land in real people’s lives — especially for those who have spent years trying […]

Every January, the message feels loud and urgent:It’s time for a new year reset. Reset your eating.Reset your habits.Reset your body. But if the idea of a New Year reset leaves you feeling anxious, behind, or pressured to “fix” yourself, you’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. Here’s the truth from a non-diet, weight-inclusive […]