The Blog
How Health Education Empowers Informed Nutrition Choices: What You Need to Know for National Health Education Week
With the upcoming election in the U.S., it’s crucial to consider how public health policies affect us, what barriers we face, and how we can use our votes to support a healthier future for all. As we celebrate National Health Education Week, I want to highlight the...
Mindfulness and Mental Health: A Holistic Approach to Stress, Emotional Eating, and Wellness
On World Mental Health Day, discover how mindfulness can improve mental health, manage emotional eating, and reduce stress through holistic practices that promote better food choices and overall well-being. Every semester, I ask my students to define the word "health"...
Fuel Your Day with Breakfast: Essential Tips for Lasting Energy
Discover the role of breakfast in maintaining energy, metabolism, and focus throughout the day. Explore creative, nutrient-packed alternatives to start your morning right. Breakfast has long been heralded as the most important meal of the day, but what does that...
How to Safeguard Your Health: Top Food Safety Tips for You and Your At-Risk Loved Ones
Learn key food safety practices to protect your health and safeguard vulnerable individuals, including those with weakened immune systems, from foodborne illnesses. When I ventured back to school to become a Registered Dietitian, one of my very first certificates was...
Cholesterol 101: Easy Lifestyle Changes for a Healthier Heart
Learn how to manage cholesterol levels naturally with these heart-healthy tips, including diet changes, exercise, and the importance of regular medical screenings. I think I was in my late 20s or early 30s when I first learned I had high cholesterol at one of my...
Longevity Secrets: Exploring Blue Zones for Senior Well-Being
Discover the lifestyle habits and principles of the world's longest-living communities, and learn how to incorporate them into your daily routine for healthy aging and a longer life. We are all getting older. That is not meant to bum anyone out; it's actually very...
Getting Political: The Impact of Elections on Healthcare and Education
Explore how politics shape healthcare and education as we approach a pivotal election year. Learn actionable steps for staying informed, engaging in advocacy, and influencing positive change in public health and wellness. As a registered dietitian and educator, I've...
Rethinking Balanced Meals: Why Quality and Simplicity Matter More Than Perfection
Discover how to simplify balanced eating without stress! Learn practical tips and meal ideas for nourishing your body with quality, convenience, and flexibility in mind—no need for perfection. In case you missed it*, last week I conducted one of my monthly (FREE)...
Support Your Liver Health: Essential Wellness Tips, Research, and Statistics
Discover key lifestyle modifications to support liver health, backed by research and statistics. Learn about common liver diseases and practical tips for maintaining a healthy liver. Every year, as we approach World Hepatitis Day, I like to recount the below story,...