Diet culture is very common in Western society. Social media, magazines, websites, and other forms of media intentionally or unintentionally contribute to it. In this blog post, we discuss what diet culture is, how to spot it, and what can be done to help you on your journey to finding food freedom!
READ MORESufficient protein intake is required for maintaining good health as it has many major functions in the body. Understanding how to consume protein for our bodies is important, including how much protein you need a day, sources of protein, and more outlined in this blog post.
READ MOREEating disorders and disordered eating should be taken seriously, so it is important as a friend of someone struggling with disordered eating to notice the potential red flags. In this post, learn from Eating Disorder Dietitian, Courtney Gault, about how to support someone struggling with an eating disorder.
READ MOREIs stress getting in the way of your appetite, food cravings, or overall mood and motivation? In this blog post, we outline six helpful strategies to help recognize and reduce stress eating and tips on how to manage not eating or overeating due to stress. Keep reading to find out how you can eat well in times of stress!
READ MOREWant to know what the latest nutrition and food trends for 2023 are looking like? Registered Dietitian and Chief Energy Officer (CEO), Andrea Holwegner shares a comprehensive guide to some of the most interesting trends happening within the wellness nutrition, fitness, food, grocery and restaurant industry.
READ MOREHave you ever wondered why it is so hard to feel proud of yourself or to feel just okay as you are? Self-compassion is a difficult skill. In this article, Registered Dietitian Jana Spindler shares three steps to building self-compassion and what to do about your inner critic voice.
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"I’ve struggled with eating problems and fad diets for years, but my dietitian was an angel—knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. She has genuinely changed my life. 10 stars!
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"I’m a psychologist, and Health Stand is my only source for exceptional dietitians. Andrea and her team provide compassionate, practical support that I trust my clients with completely."
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