Hi Reader, If you've never worked with a non-diet dietitian, you might wonder what we even talk about. Here's the framework I use often with my clients. Step one: Consistent, satisfying eating Before anything else, your body needs to trust that food is coming regularly and that it will actually be enough. This step is about eating on a rhythm that works for your life, choosing foods that satisfy you, and letting go of the idea that skipping meals or eating "light" is doing you any favors....

Hi Reader, September always feels like a month of transitions, and that's even more true for our family this year. Both kids started preschool a couple of weeks ago, and our whole routine is shifting with that change. Earlier mornings and full days call for satisfying dinners that come together quickly and without too much effort. If you're in a similar season of life, or you just want easy, satisfying plant-forward meals right now, this roundup is for you. September also has its own kind of...

Hi Reader, A lot of the nutrition advice aimed at plant-based eaters is either fear-based or overly complicated. I wanted to share a handful of things I actually pay attention to, with myself and the people I work with. Protein, plus the whole plate Protein is usually the first question I get, and it deserves real attention. Beans, lentils, tofu, tempeh, edamame, and eggs or dairy, if you eat them, are all solid sources, and most people can get enough with some intention and variety across...