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Trust your body.

In this video, I discuss the different ways to move, reasons most people are not moving, and the different types of motivation we can use to get started and keep moving.

Is ob*sity a disease? Kind of, but not really at all. Here’s why.

I explain why your diet may be lacking in variety, why that could be a problem, and what to do about it.

A reintroduction to me and my approach. Some thoughts on New Year’s resolutions, and why I don’t do intentional weight loss in my practice.

In this video, I attempt to explain what the definition of Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs) is. I break down the flaws of putting foods into this category and provide alternative (better, healthier) ways to approach food.

Fiber is a common topic in nutrition discussions, but what is it? Fiber is a component of plants, found in fruit, vegetables, grains, and seeds, however it is not digested and absorbed like other nutrients (i.e. vitamins and minerals). So, if it is not absorbed, why do humans need it? Health benefits of having adequate fiber…

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released new guidelines for the treatment of childhood and adolescent ob*sity. They are incredibly aggressive and are 180 degrees from where we should be headed on this topic. The AAP does acknowledge that ob*sity is complicated and multifactorial, and that the studies they looked at to develop these guidelines…

What is it?If you’ve never heard of selenium, you’re definitely not alone. This little known nutrient is a mineral that is found in various foods and serves many important functions in the body. The recommended daily allowance (RDA) for adults over age 19 is 55 micrograms (mcg) per day. However, slightly more is needed for…