Each year,  National Healthy Weight Week  (January 18-24, 2026) invites us to reflect on how we define health, body weight, and well-being. Traditionally, weight conversations have focused narrowly on the number on the scale. But modern nutrition and medical science tell a far more nuanced story—one that recognizes health as multidimensional, individualized, and influenced by far more than body size alone.  This week is an opportunity to shift the conversation from  weight lo

Your skin does more than keep you looking good---it’s your body’s largest organ and your first line of defense against infection, injury, and environmental stressors. This is your reminder to give your skin the care it deserves!  Daily Habits That Protect and Nourish   Cleanse Safely and Gently   Skip harsh scrubs and use a mild cleanser once or twice daily. Over-cleansing strips your skin’s natural oils and weakens the skin barrier. Skin care ingredients matter! Here’s a lis

September is Better Breakfast Month , a reminder of the power a well-balanced morning meal has in setting the tone for your day. While...

April is Alcohol Awareness Month! While it may seem like a natural part of our lives, when consumed irresponsibly, alcohol can be...

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month. When you hear or see the word Alzheimer’s, you probably think doom and gloom. Like,...

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): 1 in 5 U.S. adults...

April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) awareness month. It seems like so many of us suffer from the symptoms of this illness, but...

National Nutrition Month® started out as National Nutrition Week in 1973. The American Dietetic Association (ADA), now known as the...

This has certainly been a challenging year in many respects. And while everyone has had their own unique 2020, we have all had our share...

We always host Thanksgiving dinner at our house and though this year was a little different, we continued on with our tradition. One...

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. According to the CDC, approximately 122 million Americans are now living with diabetes or...

Fall is definitely my favorite time of year. But for some people, the waning daylight and shorter days can bring an increase in symptoms...

September is Self-Care Month! Self-care can be defined as anything you do to take care of your physical, emotional, and/or mental health....

August is National Wellness Month! Your brain may conjure images of food and exercise when you hear the word wellness and those are...

As a dietitian, I am often asked what the best diet is or what foods you should eat for weight loss. While there are a lot of great meal...

Oh, July is National Blueberry Month and I'm telling you, I love some blueberries! There's nothing like that little burst of sweet...

Have you heard of body burden? It’s basically the accumulation of toxins in your body that can sometimes lead to negative symptoms or...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and this year it may hit closer to home than years past. The Novel Coronavirus has affected all of...

Brain health complaints are common in my practice. It seems like we have all suffered from brain fog, anxiety, mood changes, headaches,...

There is so much information out there about how to keep your immune system healthy. It's a valid topic, especially in light of the...