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General Health & Wellness

Wellness Day Ideas for the Workplace

Corporate wellness activities can nurture employee well-being and boost performance. Organizations have a wide range of workshops and classes to choose from — here are 8 fun corporate wellness activities to consider.

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General Health & Wellness

The Anti-Diet Movement and Big Food

The anti-diet movement aims to counter the harms of food shaming, but recent events exploit the ideology. Learn more about the anti-diet movement and some of the important nuances to note.

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General Health & Wellness

How Are Sleep and Nutrition Related?

Sleep is just one pillar of health, and it is important to understand its role to maximize our efforts for better health and wellbeing. The Impact of Sleep on Nutrition examines both how sleep can affect our nutrition and how nutrition can affect our sleep.

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Disordered Eating & Eating Disorders

Size-inclusive Shopping Tips

Buying new clothes can be a daunting task, but Doherty Nutrition’s Registered Dietitians have some tips to help you! Finding clothing that is versatile and shopping for your body type can make your shopping experience more enjoyable.

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Disordered Eating & Eating Disorders

Let’s Talk about Eating Disorder Awareness Week

National Eating Disorder Awareness Week is an important time to talk about the seriousness of eating disorders and remember that you are not alone. It is also a good time to destigmatize having an eating disorder and get people the help they need.

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General Health & Wellness

Savoring Love: A Nutritional Twist for Your Valentine’s Day

Celebrate Valentine’s Day this year with a fun twist with your loved ones. Grab your partner, a friend(s), or a family member and be ready to have an amazing day celebrating love. Valentine’s day is often advertised for the star-crossed lovers/couples, but it is certainly to celebrate all types of love relationships. <3

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General Health & Wellness

4 Reasons Why Carbohydrates Are Awesome

Although carbs are one of three macronutrients that our bodies need to survive and function, they get a bad rap. The fact is, carbohydrate-rich foods such as pasta or bread, often labeled as “bad”, provide vital nutrients that benefit the body and mind. Let’s look at some of the reasons why carbs are awesome.

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Disordered Eating & Eating Disorders

New Year New Me? What We Should Leave in 2023

Resolve to leave behind food fear, toxic diet mentality, negative food comments, and unsolicited comments about weight in the new year. Here’s to a healthy relationship with food and body acceptance!

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General Health & Wellness

Discover our DIY Nutrition Courses: Meal Planning Made Simple

Doherty Nutrition’s DIY Nutrition Courses are here to empower you in your health journey at your own pace, and within the comfort of your own home. Our course: Meal Planning Made Simple provides you with a simple and sustainable strategy to effectively meal plan.

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General Health & Wellness

Unlocking Success: A Peek into How You Can Actually Stick to Your New Year’s Goals in 2024

If you’re tired of the cycle of setting and abandoning resolutions, it’s time to embrace a new approach. Join Brittany Thiel, RD, LDN on Tuesday, January 16th from 5-6pm, and equip yourself with the tools to make it your best year yet. Say goodbye to traditional resolutions that fizzle out and hello to sustainable, meaningful change in 2024!

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General Health & Wellness

Immunity Boosting Supplements: Fact or Fiction?

There are numerous strains of cold viruses that our bodies constantly need to adapt to, which explains why we may experience multiple colds throughout our lives. Let’s take a look at some popular supplements that claim to “boost” immunity and how they interact with the innate and adaptive branches of the immune system.

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General Health & Wellness

Nutrition Strides: Walk With Your Dietitian Event

Welcome to the “Walk with Your Dietitian” event, a day filled with health, wellness, and community. This free event is designed to promote physical activity, encourage healthy eating habits, and provide you with the opportunity to interact with your professional registered dietitian nutritionists, all in a beautiful setting.

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General Health & Wellness

Discover Doherty Nutrition’s Top Black Friday Amazon Picks

Doherty Nutrition’s Black Friday finds on Amazon have been hand-picked by our registered dietitians and are health-centered choices to support your nutrition journey. From nutritious snacks to kitchen gadgets to simplify your time in the kitchen, our favorites reflect a commitment to well-rounded wellness.

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General Health & Wellness

Balanced Living in Austin, TX: A Dietitian’s Picks for Activities, Brunch Ideas, Coffee, and Local Products

Whether you are a long-time Austin local or a newcomer to this vibrant city, this guide aims to uncover hidden gems and well-loved spots that promise a blend of health and enjoyment. From wellness-oriented activities that cater to your body and mind to nourishing meals, cozy coffee spots, and dietitian-recommended local products, this guide is your key to a balanced and radiant lifestyle in the heart of Texas.

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Oncology

Nutrition During and After Cancer Treatment

In this edition of our blog and in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we turn our focus toward the vital role that nutrition plays in the journey of cancer prevention and management. Join us as we explore evidence-based insights, expert advice, and practical tips to empower you in making informed choices for a healthier, more resilient future.

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Disordered Eating & Eating Disorders

Weight, What? Why We Promote Weight-Inclusive Care, Health and Every Size and Behavior-Focused Interventions

Do you have a tempestuous relationship with the scale? Is this relationship further strained when visiting the doctor’s office? Having your weight checked could also be triggering due to your previous experience with weight bias in a healthcare setting. Here are some reasons why we provide weight-inclusive care, support Health At Every Size, and promote behavior-focused interventions at Doherty Nutrition.

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Pediatrics

Encouraging Kids to Eat Veggies

Vegetables are part of a balanced diet for both adults and children. However, sometimes encouraging your kids to eat their veggies can turn into a battle! As parents, we often find ourselves pleading with our children to eat their vegetables or offering toys as rewards for just taking one more bite of broccoli. While vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet, they are just one part of the bigger picture.

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General Health & Wellness

Where to Grab a Quick Balanced Lunch Near the Doherty Nutrition Lisle, Illinois Office

Imagine this: you’ve just finished up a dietitian appointment at our newest Doherty Nutrition location in Lisle, Illinois and want to grab a quick bite to eat before you head back to work. You’ve been talking to your dietitian about the importance of balanced meals and have been trying to incorporate a mix of protein, complex carbs, healthy fats, and fiber. But you are STUMPED on how to apply these goals…

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Disordered Eating & Eating Disorders

Finding Strength in Community: Launching Our Meal Support Groups for Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating

Recovery from an eating disorder or disordered eating is an incredibly challenging journey, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Doherty Nutrition, we’re incredibly excited about an upcoming addition to our services that will provide an invaluable source of support and accountability for you: Meal Support Groups.

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General Health & Wellness

Healthful Ways to Prepare for Fall

As exciting as the transition to fall is, that lingering Texas heat can still be quite exhausting, don’t you think? For me, strolling along the Trinity Trail has become less appealing than watching The Office indoors. If you’re looking for a fresh dose of inspiration or a handful of suggestions to maintain your well-being as autumn approaches, here are our top tips to stay healthy and invigorated!

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