While there is a correlation between weight and diabetes, weight is a symptom rather than the cause of diabetes. Various factors, including genetics and weight cycling (commonly known as yo-yo dieting), can contribute to diabetes.

Perhaps you have been curious about meeting with a dietitian for nutrition counseling. Maybe your doctor has referred you to a dietitian in the past but you didn’t know what it would be like. If you are curious about working with a non-diet dietitian at As You Are Nutrition, this blog post will walk you through what the process looks like and what you can expect.

For a lot of us it can be difficult to imagine what constitutes a “healthy” plate. There is so much nutrition misinformation about eliminating entire food groups, on top of information about how to disrupt your body's natural digestive/metabolic system.

By preparing for these potential challenges in college and building a strong support network, maintaining eating disorder recovery and preventing relapse becomes more manageable.

Do you ever find yourself scrolling through social media and come across posts or information that influences how you feel about yourself or what you know about your health? If so, you're not alone. Nowadays, social media plays a big part in our lives and greatly influences how we see our health and wellness, both in positive and negative ways.

Can you really mitigate your risk for developing diseases if you aren’t on a diet trying to lose weight? This blog post will help you zoom out from a weight-centric model and shift to a holistic, non-diet approach to health and wellness.

Omega-3 fatty acids have been found to play a vital role in supporting brain health and treating/preventing mental health disorders. In this blog post, we will explore the impact of omega-3 fatty acids on brain function and mental health.

Taking the time to understand and recognize diet culture is an important first step in breaking free from its influence and developing a positive relationship with food and our bodies.

Parents play a crucial role in shaping children’s relationship with food and their body. In a society that often emphasizes weight and appearance, it’s essential to foster and model a relationship with food that prioritizes overall wellbeing rather than weight.

Staying hydrated is vital for our overall health and wellness, however it's not just about guzzling down liters of water every day. Hydration is about balance and ensuring our bodies have what they need to function optimally.

Navigating social events where diet and weight loss conversations are prevalent can be challenging, but it is possible to prioritize your recovery and protect your emotional well-being.

Nutrition is a field that is filled with common misconceptions and myths. Let’s take a step towards a more informed future and debunk 9 myths that I’m sure we’ve all heard at some point in our lives.