Originally written for The Washington Post, July 27th, 2017 I’ve accepted that many people don’t want to meet with a dietitian. It’s assumed that we’re going to suggest eating bland, healthy, nutritious food, and avoiding all the tasty treats. Quite frankly, sometimes a version of that is true, causing a vicious cycle to occur. Clients … Read more →

Originally written for The Washington Post, August 24th, 2016 There are many reasons that people avoid exercise. Time is an obvious one. Our lives are already busy — who has time to work out? Money is another common excuse. Gym memberships and equipment can get pricey. People often wonder what type of exercise they should … Read more →

Originally written for The Washington Post, June 28th, 2017 We all think our day starts when we wake up. But what if the day really starts the evening before? Why does it matter? When you create an ideal nighttime routine, it is far more likely that your first step in the morning will lead to … Read more →

Originally written for The Washington Post, July 11th, 2016 It is often assumed that caffeine is not good for you. Many view it as a guilty pleasure, addicting, unnecessary and certainly not pro-health. There are so many questions around caffeine: Does it burn fat? Is it dehydrating? Will it improve my athletic performance? Will it prevent … Read more →

Originally written for The Washington Post, May 23rd, 2016. It’s a common tale. You want to lose weight and get fit, so you decide to work out more and cut calories, in particular all those starches — breads, rice, pasta and cereal — that we keep hearing are making us gain weight. Except it doesn’t work. … Read more →

Originally written for the The Washington Post, May 2nd, 2016. I have learned a lot about people’s habits while working as a dietitian. What continues to amaze me is how easily things become a habit. Unfortunately, not all habits are healthy. There’s a new, hot “superfood” that becomes part of your breakfast for the next 10 … Read more →

Originally written for The Washington Post, May 25th, 2017 What if all the wisdom we needed to learn how to eat came from one little raisin? Nutrition will forever be a hot debate, with new science, and new fads. The value of each macronutrient (proteins, carbohydrates and fats) is always being disputed, and one is … Read more →

Originally written for The Washington Post, May 1st, 2017 I can clearly remember being a senior in college and so excited to graduate and enter the “real world.” No more homework, my own money to play with, a new city with full freedom and independence. I can also clearly remember being six months out of … Read more →

Originally written for The Washington Post, February 14th, 2017 What happens when a couple tries to lose weight together? It can be a recipe for success — or a total disaster. Losing weight is difficult, and if someone feels alone during the process, lasting change may seem impossible. If a couple goes through the journey … Read more →

Originally written for The Washington Post, February 2nd, 2017 Gluten-free foods have become commonplace in grocery stores, restaurants and cookbooks. For those who suffer from celiac disease, this is a huge win, because there are now so many options. And for those who feel extraordinary benefits from decreasing gluten because of non-celiac gluten sensitivity, inflammation … Read more →