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What do a doctor, dietitian, licensed clinical social worker, side-hustling nutrition coach, and personal trainer all have in common? No, this isn’t the beginning of a terrible joke… The answer: We interviewed people in each of these careers, and they all said getting a nutrition certification was worth it.  But is a nutrition certification worth it, for you? In...

Can you determine if a nutrition certification program is reputable, a good fit, and something that will boost your career—before you actually sign up? Absolutely! To do so, you’ll need to: Consider why you want to get certified Make sure the certification program aligns to your values Know what topics the certification covers Get familiar with the company’s reputation Compare the...

When you think about sports nutrition, what comes to mind? The lean, ripped bodies of professional athletes. Advanced macro ratios that are “administered” and closely monitored. Biochemistry, nutrient timing, and cutting-edge supplementation. All of the above. Answer A, B, C, or D (everyone’s favorite)? That’s pretty typical. There’s just one problem: Even collectively, these responses represent only a small slice of...

Diet challenges are usually all about what you can’t eat. But what if you could see huge results from a self-experiment that doesn’t make any foods off-limits? Instead of focusing on what you eat, our 30-day eating challenge emphasizes how you eat. And the results? They could be transformational. ++++ “You want the next level stuff?”...

“But how do you get enough protein?!” If you’re vegetarian, vegan, or even just a fan of Meatless Mondays, you’ve probably been asked this question. Plant-based protein is a hot topic for plant-based eaters or anyone whose dietary choices emphasize plant foods as important components. Much of the controversy and confusion revolves around getting “enough” protein and choosing...

“How do I get my kid to eat vegetables?” As nutrition coaches, we get this question a lot from frustrated parents. And because we’re parents, too, we totally get it. (Geez, do we get it.) After all, it’s your job to help your children practice good nutrition. Yet you can’t make kids like their vegetables. Or embrace new foods....

Let’s start with the hard truth. You can’t fully control whether you catch a cold, the flu, or COVID-19. You also can’t control how your body will react once it’s exposed to a pathogen. There are many different factors that determine your body’s response. Some you can impact, like nutrient deficiencies. Others you can’t do anything about, like...