6 Dietitian-Backed Nutrition Tips for Your 40s
Your 40s are a pivotal decade in terms of your health. It’s time to build strength, protect your bones, and stay ahead of chronic disease
In Your 20s? Here’s How to Build Lifelong Health Habits That Actually Stick
You don’t have to be perfect in your 20s. You just need to start. Building a few intentional habits now — like eating enough fiber, fueling regularly, sleeping better, and moving your body — can change your future health trajectory in a big way.
In Your 30s? Here’s How to Protect Your Health for the Decades Ahead
Your 30s are a prime time to start taking your health seriously — but not obsessively. This isn’t about dieting or rigid rules. It’s about creating sustainable habits that support how you want to feel and live for decades to come.
What Your Poop is Trying To Tell You
Your poop says a lot about your gut health and overall well-being. As a registered dietitian, I can tell you: if you’re feeling bloated, constipated, or like your digestion is off, your bathroom habits are worth a closer look.
You Can't Control Everything — But You Can Reduce Your Risk of Chronic Disease
You may not have chosen your genetics or your environment, but you still have powerful tools to shift your health trajectory. By focusing on the five modifiable risk factors — and making intentional changes over time — you can live a longer, healthier life.
What “Eating on Purpose” Really Means (Hint : It’s Not Dieting)
If you think the only way to “eat with intention” is to track every calorie, go low-carb, or try a trendy plan like 75 Hard — think again. As a registered dietitian working with young and middle-aged adults, I give almost all of my clients the same advice: You don’t need another diet. You need to start eating on purpose.
Food Dyes Don’t Matter When It Comes to Good Nutrition — These Things Do!
Instead of obsessing over niche ingredients, most of us would benefit from going back to the basics: Eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; watch your sodium, added sugar, and saturated fat; stick with balanced meals cooked at home when possible; make smart swaps if your lifestyle is hectic (e.g., low-sodium frozen meals, salad bar hacks, or diet beverages).