If you are finding yourself in the midst of a busy season of life you are not alone. The challenges felt during these times are so real, even among an abundance of blessings. Yet, you are capable. You are capable in every season of life.

Have you ever heard of the phrase "relationship with food"? Lately there has been conversation that references this concept. But if you haven't heard of it, you may be wondering what exactly this means. After all, how can someone be in a relationship with food? And how exactly does one have a "healthy" relationship with food? Where do I even begin? It makes sense you might have all of these questions and more.

The cool weather is finally starting to hit here in the midwest which can only mean one thing: it's officially chili season. Few things bring comfort like curling up with a slowly simmered blend of beans, beef, and spices on a cold October evening. This twist on classic chili is hearty and sure to bring about feelings of comfort during this cool season.

In a culture obsessed with weight and thinness, we are taught that weight loss holds all the answers. But what if it doesn't? Learn why weight is not the key to our health like we might think.

'Intuitive Eating' has become quite a buzzword lately. More and more people are hearing about it through social media and as major new stations and websites are reporting on it. Although, with this recent rise in media popularity comes more confusion and misinformation.

Lately, one of my favorite things to make is homemade granola. I enjoy being able to create my own flavors and add different mix-ins. In my house we have a love affair with granola. For us it can be a breakfast or snack whether it's eaten plain or with yogurt and fruit. As a busy family, we are always grabbing snacks for on the go. These bars have become our latest go-to obsession.

In the age of social media, most of us have seen #bodypositivity and #bodylove being shared across multiple platforms as well as photos of people of all different sizes sharing how they love their body despite its "flaws". Body positivity has become a movement. But there are flaws in this movement.

Let's talk about hunger. Hunger is one of your most important biological drives. It is your body's way of saying "hey, feed me!" so that it can get the food it needs to stay alive. But what exactly IS hunger? And why is it so important?

I am a dietitian. There are so many layers and nuances to the word “dietitian”, which I didn’t realize until I officially became registered. And now, I’m working to break that word down. When you think of a dietitian, what comes to mind?