Today's blog is a little bit of a change of pace from my usual running talk. If you've been following me for a long time, you might remember my former blog handle - "The Keeping It Real Dietitian". After realizing that my blogs tended to focus more on running than being a dietitian, I became… Continue reading The “RD” in “RD on the Run”
Category: Nutrition
Keeping It Real: Regain is Real
It's been a while since I have gotten real and shared about anything other than running on here. I have been wanting to write this post for a while - but haven't known exactly what I wanted to say or share. If you've followed by blog for a bit or if you know me IRL,… Continue reading Keeping It Real: Regain is Real
Keeping It Real: “I’m a Person, Not My Disease”
How often have you heard a health provider refer to someone as a "diabetic" or "obese"? You've probably heard that on television, in advertisements for medications, in articles that you have read. When we use those terms, it implies that you are no longer a person but rather you are defined by your disease. And… Continue reading Keeping It Real: “I’m a Person, Not My Disease”
Tried It Tuesday: Overnight Oatmeal
I will be honest. The first time that I tried overnight oats, I was not impressed. I really wanted to like them because I knew that I could make a batch and have breakfast for a few days, which is huge for someone who likes to sleep in like I do! I don't remember what… Continue reading Tried It Tuesday: Overnight Oatmeal
Keeping It Real: Judgment Free Zone
Let's face it - as human beings, we make assumptions. We judge the book by its cover on a daily basis. Even though we have been taught since we were little that this is not the right thing to do, we still do it. I'm guilty of it! But recently I have been trying very… Continue reading Keeping It Real: Judgment Free Zone
Keeping It Real: A Day in the Life of a Bariatric Dietitian
I typically start my day at 7:30am, but on my later days I start at 9:30am. I'm fortunate enough to work only 4 days per week, which makes for long days, but they go by fast - especially since I used to routinely work 10-12 hour days in long term care. I will check any… Continue reading Keeping It Real: A Day in the Life of a Bariatric Dietitian
Keeping It Real: Fat Tuesday
Tomorrow is Mardi Gras, which is literally translated to "Fat Tuesday" in English. And Fat Tuesday it will be, with many people indulging in treats such as paczki, a Polish fried doughnut filled with fruit preserves or other sweet fillings. It is also the end of the Mardi Gras carnival in New Orleans. In general,… Continue reading Keeping It Real: Fat Tuesday
Keeping It Real: Every Body is Beautiful
It's January. We've all heard it... "new year, new you!" And we've all seen the increase in ads for gyms, weight loss products, etc. Heck, even my own work (I'm a registered dietitian for a bariatric surgery program) seems to have increased their advertising this month. With the onslaught of resolutions, my Facebook timeline has… Continue reading Keeping It Real: Every Body is Beautiful
Pinterest Recipe Success: Crock Pot Beef & Broccoli
You would think that I would be making slow cooker recipes during the week when I am working, but no, I save them for the weekend. I have been dying to try this recipe for a while, and I don't know what the heck I was waiting for. It was amazing! I didn't have my… Continue reading Pinterest Recipe Success: Crock Pot Beef & Broccoli
Pinterest Recipe Success: Crock Pot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili
Some day (maybe when I'm 80) I will make all of the recipes that I have pinned on Pinterest. For now, I bring you my latest success: Crock Pot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili (click for the original recipe post). I had most of the ingredients for this recipe on hand - I actually thought I… Continue reading Pinterest Recipe Success: Crock Pot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili
Keeping It Real: Not Getting Matched
Yesterday was matching day for dietetics students applying for internships. I just happened to notice this pop up on my news feed on Facebook. It made me realize that I have never really talked about my experience applying for an internship. In fact, I almost feel like I have hidden it... almost been ashamed of… Continue reading Keeping It Real: Not Getting Matched
Keeping it Real: Planning for the End
A lot of people ask me what made me decide to become a dietitian. The story is kind of complicated, but to sum it up - I care about people. I have a big heart. So it made sense to me to work in health care in some way or another, and being a dietitian… Continue reading Keeping it Real: Planning for the End
Keeping It Real: Companionship
Those of you who know me in real life or read my blog on a regular basis know that I am a dietitian in long term care. You may not know a lot about long term care. You may think of nursing homes, certain odors, and diseases like Alzheimer's when you think of long term… Continue reading Keeping It Real: Companionship
Keeping It Real: Why My Body Is Awesome!
I like many people out there, I'm sure, am completely guilty of bashing my body. There are days when I say critical things about myself and I get down on myself for not eating right or exercising enough. And as a dietitian I should be a better role model to the world... but lately life… Continue reading Keeping It Real: Why My Body Is Awesome!
Pinterest Recipe Success: Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup & Pumpkin Spice Krispie Treats
I have a terrible habit of pinning a bunch of recipes to Pinterest that sound amazing and never EVER making them. I pointed this out when my niece posted on Facebook that she was making a cookbook of her favorite Pinterest recipes - she has tried almost all of her recipes that she's pinned, and… Continue reading Pinterest Recipe Success: Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup & Pumpkin Spice Krispie Treats
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