What Does “Healthy” Actually Mean?
A registered dietitian explains what “healthy” really means. Learn why health is more than weight and how nutrition, muscle, sleep, and habits impact your health.
Stress has a Pulse
Stress isn’t just mental — it’s physiological. Chronic stress increases blood pressure, inflammation, and heart disease risk. Here’s what we’re missing in the heart health conversation.
Go Red for Women: Heart Health
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, accounting for 1 in 5 female deaths.
Mike Tyson Commercial- Fat Shaming 101
A registered dietitian analyzes Mike Tyson’s Super Bowl ad, fat shaming, social determinants of health, and why policy—not shame—improves outcomes
What the Research Actually Says About Heart Health
Evidence-based heart health graphic showing balanced nutrition, physical activity, and research-backed guidance for cardiovascular health
Seed Oils, Omega-6, Omega-3, and Inflammation: Why This Debate Keeps Missing the Point
Seed oils have become the latest nutrition villain—but the science tells a more nuanced story. This article breaks down what research actually shows about omega-6 fats, inflammation, ultra-processed foods, and why omega-3s deserve more attention without fear-based nutrition messaging.
Saturated Fat: The Most Misunderstood Nutrient on the Internet
Saturated fat didn’t get a free pass. Learn what the research actually shows about heart health, full-fat dairy, plant-forward eating, and why the Dietary Guidelines haven’t changed.
The New Dietary Guidelines Miss the Mark
Chasing Your Health plate with lean protein, fiber-rich carbohydrates, healthy fats, and yogurt
🫘BeanTok: The TikTok Trend That’s Got Everyone Passing… Trends 💨
BeanTok is TikTok’s newest wellness trend—but does eating 2 cups of beans a day actually help? A dietitian breaks it down with humor, science, and real advice.
🕒 Intermittent Fasting: Is It More Than Just Eating Less?
Fasting or three meals a day — which actually works?
Nutrition isn’t black and white (unfortunately).
Dietitian Chase Merfeld, MS, RDN, LN, CSR breaks down what the research really says about intermittent fasting, balanced meal timing, and how your body’s rhythm plays a bigger role than the latest trend.
Spoiler: it’s not about skipping breakfast — it’s about finding your balance.