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Coloradans in Action: Highlights from the Annual Nutrition Conference
Ever wonder what a group of registered dietitian nutritionists talk about when we get together? The answer might surprise you. We are far less focused on “eating clean” or following rigid diet rules than our title might suggest. Instead, we are busy running businesses, advancing public policy, and working to keep consumers safe. Read along as I recap some of the highlights and key takeaways from the Colorado Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Annual Conference.
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From Checklists to Practice: Reframing Behavior Change in Clinical Care
I recently read a quote from James Clear that felt timely. In summary, he writes that many meaningful parts of life cannot be finished. Work, exercise, parenting, marriage. The goal is not to be done, but to settle into a daily lifestyle you can sustain and make steady progress within. It made me reflect on how often our patients approach health with a finite mindset. They want the checklist. The meal plan. The workout. The medication adjustment. Something to complete so they can feel done. But health is not a project with an endpoint. There will always be another meal,…
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The Articles You Read Most in 2025 (And Why I Wrote Them)
As 2025 comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the writing that mattered most, both to me and to the people who read it. This year, a few articles clearly stood out, not just in page views and shares, but in the conversations they sparked and the messages I received afterward. These pieces addressed topics I felt strongly needed clarity, nuance, or a more evidence-based lens, especially where misinformation and oversimplification are common. They represent the kind of work I most enjoy creating: thoughtful, science-grounded, and practical content. If you missed any of these, this is a great place…
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ADCES25: Thriving in Diabetes Care & Education
The last week was a whirlwind of learning, growing, connecting, and plenty of laughs. Because when a bunch of diabetes care and education specialists get together, you know you’ve found your people. Who else gets excited to talk about CGM reports, autoantibody labs, and even bowel movements at 10 PM on a Saturday night? (Definitely a good call to leave the family at home for this one!) Every year when I head to the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists Annual Conference, I’m reminded how powerful it is to have a strong professional network, especially when you’re running your…
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Unapologetically Me in 2023
The coming of a new year often gives us pause to reflect. It’s an opportunity to evaluate the alignment of our actions with our values—both personally and professionally. It can be a time to ask ourselves—are we still passionate about our work or have our actions led us to feel burnt out? Have we built healthy boundaries with patients and colleagues, or do we say “yes” when we mean “no” in an effort to please? Are we in the habit of setting realistic daily expectations? I, for one, am guilty of creating ‘to do’ lists so long I hardly know…
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Life After My Dietetic Internship
My journey to become a registered dietitian has come to an end. I’ve obtained a bachelor of science in nutrition, completed an accredited dietetic internship, passed my registration exam, and started work as an outpatient registered dietitian. So now what?
