Are you... Self-critical about your body and food choices? Rarely satisfied with positive results? Seeking approval and acceptance of others? Critical of other's eating behaviors or bodies? Struggling with vulnerability around food & diet? You might be a perfectionist! This episode with RD and author Kait Richardson will help you understand how your perfectionistic tendencies are keeping you stuck. You can PREORDER How to Eat Like a Normal Person: A Guide to Overcoming the All-or-Nothing Min...
Aug 26, 2024•30 min
I'm SO thrilled to be sharing the first chapter of part 1 of my book How to Eat Like a Normal Person: A Guide to Overcoming the All-or-Nothing Mindset with Food & Diet! This book is for all the women who identify as yo-yo dieters binge eaters emotional eaters perfectionists all-or-nothing with food I hope this reading gives you a good idea of what you'll expect from reading the book . You can PREORDER How to Eat Like a Normal Person: A Guide to Overcoming the All-or-Nothing Mindset with Food...
Aug 19, 2024•34 min•Ep. 171
I'm 14 weeks postpartum, breast and bottle feeding, and feeling great. I'm not going to lie, the first 2 months were bruuuuutal. But by keeping meals simple and prioritizing movement (days after the baby sleeps), I'm feeling fit and healthy again! New moms- I hope these strategies and ideas help other you feel your best. Don't overcomplicate things, move when you can, and don't use being postpartum or breastfeeding as a reason to eat junk that doesn't make you feel good. Normalize living healthy...
Aug 14, 2024•34 min
An estimated 37 million adults in the US have altered kidney function. Approximately 90% of them don’t even know they have it. Our guests in this episode, Michelle McMurtery and Michelle Zachry, are registered dietitians who specialize in kidney nutrition. In this episode, we talk about the importance of monitoring your labs on a yearly basis, how blood pressure and diabetes relate to kidney function, and what nutrients to limit, avoid, or include if you have altered kidney function. Get in touc...
May 02, 2024•43 min
Registered Dietitian Kait shares 3 less common tips to help you stop restrictive dieting and heal your relationship to food & body. To work 1:1 with Kait or Megan, schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Download your free monthly & daily food & body journal here: https://www.kaitrichardsonrd.com/printables/p/journal-prompts-to-heal-your-relationship-to-food-and-body Follow us on Instagram: Nutrition A...
Apr 22, 2024•26 min
Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health's latest update says 0 drinks per is optimal for health... so what about that daily glass of red wine we've been led to believe is so beneficial? We're discussing the health risks associated with alcohol intake, our own perspective, and what we recommend to clients. To work 1:1 with Kait or Megan , schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Apply for The Daily Accountability Prog...
Apr 15, 2024•40 min
Today's episode features a very special guest- Kellie is a real life client who first booked her appointment with a dietitian because she was emotional eating when she felt lonely or bored in the evening. Despite being active and enjoying cooking, Kellie found herself relying on food delivery apps like Postmates for dinner and eating more sugar than she felt comfortable with. Wanting to improve her habits and body image, she committed to making changes to how she ate during the day to help her h...
Apr 02, 2024•40 min
Megan interviews Monica Isola, owner of Restore Her Physical Therapy, who helps us understand how pelvic floor physical therapy can treat urinary or bowel leakage, constipation, sexual dysfunction, and pre- and postpartum conditions. Follow Monica on IG: @restoreherpt Website: https://www.restoreherphysicaltherapy.com To work 1:1 with Megan , schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Apply for The Daily Accountability...
Mar 26, 2024•44 min
Nervous about what to expect with your appetite & body postpartum or breastfeeding? You're not alone. Kait and Megan, both dietitians, discuss what to expect postpartum. Kait is currently in her third trimester, and she gets vulnerable with Megan about her fears & expectations. Megan, who has a three year old, shares tips from her own experience and those of her clients. They discuss.. Counting calories during and after pregnancy (& if they do it) Weight gain during pregnancy and rec...
Mar 11, 2024•43 min•Ep. 164
Curious about weight loss injections? Dr. Nikita Shah, an obesity medicine physician, joins us on the podcast to discuss… What weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro ARE (and what they ARE NOT) What results you can expect from using a weight loss injection, and why some individuals may not lose weight on a specific medication The habits of our most successful weight loss clients Why the medications are recommended to be lifelong prescriptions Possible drug shortages …. and so much more! Lea...
Mar 05, 2024•38 min
Cheryl started working with me (Megan) at Nutrition Awareness in 2020 and was able to lose weight, gain muscle, and improve her metabolism over the next year. We ended our sessions when I went on maternity leave. After 8 months of staying at the same weight, Cheryl decided to try Mounjaro, a prescription injection for adults with type 2 diabetes used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar. Cheryl talks about her experience, her results, and why she thinks working with a registered d...
Feb 29, 2024•38 min
Admitting you want to lose weight weight has become taboo (so, of course we’re going to talk about it!) Licensed psychologist and admitted perfectionist Dr. Samantha Rae joins Kait on the podcast to talk about body image, all-or-nothing thinking with food, and her own journey. After years of disordered eating, Sam shares how she was able to find balance with food & transform on both the inside AND outside. This is a must listen for anyone who identifies as a perfectionist and/or struggles wi...
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr
This one starts a little heavy. Megan reveals something personal she hasn’t yet shared publicly and talks about getting back to work, which led her to reconnect with Becca (name changed for privacy) who came to Nutrition Awareness in 2020 wanting to lose weight. Becca was already super healthy eater and avid exerciser. Becca is a rule follower. She wanted us to tell her what she was doing that wasn’t working and give her a blueprint to follow exactly. She would have followed ANYTHING we told her...
Feb 20, 2024•43 min
Let's focus on what to eat more of with PCOS rather than what to restrict. Registered Dietitian Kait Richardson shares her top 4 eating habits recs for healthy hormones. This is part of the Food for Thought Series. To work 1:1 with Kait , schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Apply for The Daily Accountability Program: https://form.jotform.com/NutritionAwareness/DAP Follow us on Instagram: Nutrition Awaren...
Feb 13, 2024•25 min•Ep. 159
This is part of the Food for Thought Series. To work 1:1 with Kait , schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Apply for The Daily Accountability Program: https://form.jotform.com/NutritionAwareness/DAP Follow us on Instagram: Nutrition Awareness: https://www.instagram.com/nutrition.a.. . Disclaimer: Kait is a Registered Dietitian, not licensed a therapist or medical doctor. This informat...
Feb 05, 2024•21 min•Ep. 158
You have a sweet tooth that's keeping you from feeling your best- how do you manage? Registered Dietitian Kait is going to share 3 ways to deal with sugar cravings, as well as explain what works for her vs. people in "weight loss mode." This is part of the Food for Thought Series. To work 1:1 with Kait , schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Apply for The Daily Accountability Program: https://form.jotform.com/Nutriti...
Jan 29, 2024•24 min•Ep. 157
After stopping for dinner on a roadtrip, getting back in the car and scarfing down 14 rice cakes and a bag of sunflower seeds, Allie sobbed the rest of the way to their destination. That’s when Allie knew she needed help. After years of orthorexia and starving herself, she still had weight loss as a goal when she came to see me. This is Allie’s story of healing her relationship with herself, her body, and food. To work 1:1 with a registered dietitian, schedule an initial consultation on our webs...
Jan 25, 2024•31 min•Ep. 156
Food for Thought: simple habits can make a huge difference on your health and weight goals overtime. Let's not overcomplicate it, okay? Here are 7 tips from a registered dietitian to get you started. To work 1:1 with Kait , schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Apply for The Daily Accountability Program: https://form.jotform.com/NutritionAwareness/DAP Follow us on Instagram: Nutrition Awareness: https://www...
Jan 22, 2024•22 min•Ep. 155
Today’s guest on the podcast is Nutrition Awareness client Stephen Mumbert. His story is one for the books ya’ll! When he walked into our office he was 467 lbs, in constant pain, shame, a full blown diabetic, and couldn’t get up from a seat without assistance. He’s now 230 lbs, running an 8:30 mile, and just finished his first Savage race. In this episode, we talk about the factors that catalyzed him to make changes, how and where he sought help, and the massive ripple effect this has had on eve...
Jan 17, 2024•1 hr 21 min
Food for Thought: does intentionally eating some sugar and dessert actually help you eat LESS sweets overall? Registered Dietitian Kait offers a new way to see how intentional enjoyment of sugar can actually help you lose weight (if that's your goal) and reach your health goals. To work 1:1 with Kait , schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Apply for The Daily Accountability Program: https://form.jotform.com/NutritionAwaren...
Jan 15, 2024•14 min•Ep. 180
To help you better understand your relationship to food, Registered Dietitian Kait explores the layers of food guilt. At the end of the episode are journal prompts to help you take your self-understanding to the next level. To work 1:1 with Kait , schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Apply for The Daily Accountability Program: https://form.jotform.com/NutritionAwareness/DAP Follow us on Instagram: Nutrition Awareness: ...
Jan 09, 2024•42 min
Fitness and wellness influencers are getting out of control. Yes, you can eat oatmeal and no, you won't die from seed oils. This isn't our first time calling influencers out on their BS and we promise it won't be our last! To work 1:1 with Kait or Serena, schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Follow us on Instagram: Nutrition Awareness: https://www.instagram.com/nutrition.a.. . Kait Richardson, RD: https...
Dec 04, 2023•40 min
Our theories as dietitians on why our clients with constant "food noise" aren't feeling full or satisfied after meals. To work 1:1 with Kait or another dietitian, schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Black Friday Coupon Codes (enter at checkout) JUMPSTART25 SUCCESS50 NEWYOU100 Follow us on Instagram: Nutrition Awareness: https://www.instagram.com/nutrition.a.. . Kait Richardson, RD: https://www.instagram.com...
Nov 28, 2023•29 min
The 1st trimester of pregnancy can turn a health nut into a potato chip chopping couch potato. Listen for tips on how to navigate this tough- yet temporary- time from a registered dietitian who just entered her 2nd trimester. To work 1:1 with Kait, schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com/coaching Black Friday Coupon Codes (enter at checkout) JUMPSTART25 SUCCESS50 NEWYOU100 Follow us on Instagram: Nutrition Awareness: https://www.instagram...
Nov 20, 2023•37 min
Thinking about getting pregnant soon? Congrats! As RDs who have been through it personally and with dozens of clients, we're sharing our best tips for prenatal nutrition and wellness. To work 1:1 with Kait, schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com Follow us on Instagram: Nutrition Awareness: https://www.instagram.com/nutrition.a.. . Kait Richardson, RD: https://www.instagram.com/kaitrichard.. . Resources mentioned...
Nov 16, 2023•28 min
There's no denying weight loss injections work, but so do a lot of calorie and nutrient-restricted diets. And the risks of losing a lot weight quickly- no matter what the method- include regaining all of the weight (& then some). Let's make sure that doesn't happen to you! On this episode we're sharing how we help our clients on Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro lose weight the healthy way (and keep it off) as registered dietitians. To work 1:1 with Kait, schedule an initial consultation on our ...
Nov 09, 2023•28 min
Part 2!I'm sharing simple habits and routines that'll not only aid with weight loss but also help you sustain any progress. Do they require some effort and forethought? Yes! Do they suck? I don't think so (but you can tell me!) In this episode, we're discussing... Habits for weight loss How much protein to eat per meal Why eating more fruits and veg is a non-negotiable Which beverages to drink less of The art of eating low ...and more! To work 1:1 with Kait, schedule an initial consultation on o...
Oct 30, 2023•36 min
I'm sharing simple habits and routines that'll not only aid with weight loss but also help you sustain any progress. Do they require some effort and forethought? Yes! Do they suck? I don't think so (but you can tell me!) In this episode, we're discussing... Habits for weight loss Importance of eating before lunch Smart use of oils, dressings, and sauces (I'm talking to you, ranch lovers!) Hunger and satiety cues The art of choosing the perfect water bottle ...and more! To work 1:1 with a registe...
Oct 02, 2023•36 min
If you knew you could have a better sex life or feel more confident in the bedroom, would that motivate you to eat healthier and reach your goals? As dietitians, we think it's as good a reason as any to eat well! In this episode, we're discussing... Why sex is a great motivator for improving your health How making healthy choices can improve self-esteem, which transfers to the bedroom Tips for energy and stamina for sex How a woman's cycle impacts her interest and desire for sex Our personal exp...
Jul 19, 2023•37 min
Registered Dietitian and pediatric nutrition specialist Allie Schmidt joins Kait on the podcast to discuss sneak eating habits in children and teens. She shares tips on how to support a child who is eating junk food and snacks in secret, as well as advice for parents who struggle themselves. You can work with Allie or Kait by booking an appointment at www.nutritionawareness.com
Jul 12, 2023•35 min•Ep. 143
