Intuitive Eating

If your diet involves a “cheat day” and you think that fasting the next day is the solution, think again.  Fasting after a cheat day leads to:  And many other negative outcomes that not only will mess up your relationship with food and your body, but also NOT help you lose weight.  In this article, […]

Article written by Janai Johnson, Dietetic Intern and reviewed by Shena Jaramillo, MS, RD Chronic dieting is the cycle of bouncing from one weight loss plan to the next over months, years, or decades in pursuit of shrinking the body. You might be surprised to learn that Bottom line: the majority of people spend most

With all the dieting and healthism jargon floating around, it can feel impossible to know how to enjoy food.   Enjoying food can mean:  Your food and mood are often a tight-knit pair.  To truly enjoy food, we need to let go of restrictions and expectations around food. You need to let your body learn to

If you’re looking for 7 healthy eating habits you could easily implement today, you’ve come to the right place.  Did you know that healthy eating habits have less to do with the types of foods we eat and more to do with the full food experience?   The full food experience includes:  Healthy eating habits include

Written by Torina Hommes, Dietetit Student, Edited by Shena Jaramillo, RD Have you ever wondered why sometimes you feel hungry even when you’ve just eaten a big meal? Or why do you suddenly crave certain foods? Exploring whether this is appetite or hunger speaking can lend us some insight. Appetite vs hunger is influenced by:

Each of us goes through each day with the responsibility of making numerous food decisions. How many meals and snacks should we have each day? What qualified as a meal vs a snack?  Meals and snacks are often distinguished by:  It’s important to note that all of these measures of meal vs snack will likely

Do you find when it comes to your meals you go from start to finish before you have even had time to realize the forks touched your plate?  As your meal disappears in what feels like the blink of an eye you might think to yourself: “Why do I eat so fast?” Eating fast can

Normal eating refers to a flexible, balanced relationship with food rather than a rigid set of rules. It doesn’t mean eating “perfectly” or only eating what’s considered “healthy.” Normal eating includes a variety of foods, both nutritious and enjoyable, without labeling them as “good” or “bad,” and it allows for responding to emotional cues to

Do you ever feel like you’re not hungry, but want something to eat?   What is this all about anyway?   Hunger is the combination of:  You might find yourself wondering if it’s okay to eat if you’re tummy isn’t grumbling. Let’s explore why it’s important to eat at different levels of hunger, with different types of

What you put on your plate can do more than fuel your body, it can also brighten your mood and support mental well-being. “Good mood foods” are nutrient-rich ingredients that may help balance brain chemicals, reduce stress, and improve energy levels throughout the day. From omega-3 packed salmon to antioxidant-rich berries, these foods work with