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Here, our team of Registered Dietitians shares insights, tips, and real talk on all things nutrition. From myth-busting and cooking hacks to eating disorder recovery and compassionate wellness support — there’s something for everyone on their health journey.
Should You Only Shop the Outer Aisles of the Grocery Store? Reviewing the Benefits of Using Canned and Frozen Foods
Are you tired of constantly throwing away spoiled produce or struggling to find time to cook fresh meals every day? Look no further than the middle aisles: your local grocery store's freezer and canned food sections. While fresh foods have their benefits, canned and frozen options also have a lot to offer. In this post, we'll explore the benefits of using canned and frozen foods, from convenience to nutrition and beyond.
Body Positive Movement that Embraces Body Diversity, Wellness, Listening to Your Body, & Joy
For too long, in order to participate in exercise, hiking, yoga, sports, etc. there has been a premium on thinness and equated it with performance and acceptance. This has led to an increase in body shaming / eating disorders / mental health issues AND decreased people’s desire to exercise - especially those who didn’t fit “the look”. Body positive movement seeks to change that narrative by promoting body diversity, inclusivity, and self-love. In this article, we'll explore four pillars of body positive movement and why they matter.
Sleeping Into Health: The Link Between Sleep and Well-being
Sleep is a vital component of health. Poor sleep is linked to more sickness, gut issues, irritability, brain fog, and higher risk for driving accidents. Conversely, good sleep contributes to a boosted immune system, better mood and digestion, more productivity, improved safety, and overall higher quality of life.
Carbohydrates: Hello, Old Friend
Carbohydrates are our body's number one preferred fuel source. The brain requires a certain amount of grams per day just to sustain vital function. Carbohydrates are utilized in a wealth of chemical processes in the body, including the production of serotonin
7 Tips & Tools for Reducing Stress
We know everyone is under stress, but all these damaging consequences will be more likely with the addition of dieting and a negative relationship with food. It is important to make sure that nutrition is not another aspect causing stress and to nourish your body, as well as using self-care tools (i.e. meditation, grounding, breathing).
How to Incorporate Mindfulness in Eating Disorder Recovery
Regularly practicing mindfulness can improve the ability to introspect, or examine and understand one’s internal experiences.
As You Are Nutrition Has a New Look!
We do our best to put you in the driver’s seat of your health. We may be the co-pilot with a map and a flashlight but you are the only person who knows YOUR body, your preferences, your symptoms, your genetics, your culture, your schedule, your identity, your lived experience
How to Build a Satisfying Snack
When working with clients at As You Are Nutrition, we are often discussing how to build a satisfying snack that will provide adequate nutrition while keeping you fuller for longer.
What if I don't Love My Body Right Now?
The thought of loving our body can feel overwhelming.
Intuitive Eating: a Non-Diet Approach
Through the principles of intuitive eating, we can work to regain our inner wisdom and create a peaceful relationship with food and our body.