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March is National Nutrition Month® — Discover The Power of Nutrition
Nutrition is far more nuanced and personal than food labels or wellness trends may suggest. While many recommendations aim to boost nutrient intake and support health, they can foster rigid food/movement rules and unnecessary costs. As Brené Brown notes, “When perfectionism is driving us, shame is always riding shotgun and fear is the backseat driver.” Deviating from “clean” or “processed-free” ideals, or needing rest from a movement routine, can trigger shame and fear. Food choices are complex, but they don’t always need to be.
Registered Dietitians are Nutritionists but Nutritionists are not necessarily Registered Dietitians.
As board-certified Registered Dietitians with extensive education, supervised practice, licensing exams, and ongoing continuing education, we provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy and counseling tailored to your unique health needs, goals, and lifestyle. As non-diet RDs, we help you challenge unhelpful beliefs and build realistic, sustainable food choices that truly support your well-being.
Here are flexible ways to discover nutrition’s real power and keep you moving toward your goals:
Start with eating breakfast. It sets a consistent eating rhythm, boosts energy and focus, restores hunger/fullness cues, and replenishes nutrients.
Fresh, frozen, or canned produce all count. Peak-ripeness harvesting locks in nutrients across all of the forms listed; minimal losses in processing don’t outweigh the accessibility and benefits of eating more fruits and veggies overall.
Fresh produce can be highly nutrient-dense when it’s picked in season, stored properly, and eaten soon after harvest.
Frozen and canned varieties are typically harvested at peak ripeness, then quickly processed (flash-frozen or heat-sealed in canning) to lock in most of those peak nutrients and extend shelf life significantly.
While processing may cause minor losses in certain nutrients (especially water-soluble ones like vitamin C), these losses are often small—similar to or less than what occurs naturally with fresh produce during transport, storage, or home handling. In many cases, the overall nutrient benefits and health advantages of eating fruits and vegetables are well preserved across all forms.
Cook at home or eat out. Nutritious food choices can be quick, adaptable, and satisfying. Mix active prep with convenient options.
Frozen Trader Joe’s Chicken Shawarma bowl + cucumber salad
Baked sweet or white potato topped with canned chili, cheese, sour cream, and/or avocado slices
Greek yogurt with dried apricots and cashews
Explore restaurants that offer global cuisine – Many of which may traditionally have plant-based dish options, too. Pick up Panda Express eggplant tofu with super greens and steamed rice, or sit down at a St. Louis global restaurants such as Mayo Ketchup, Menya Rui, or Balkan Treat Box.
Nutrition’s true power lies in realistic, shame-free choices that fit your life, not perfection or exclusion. Let’s explore what works for you.
Our St. Louis area dietitians specialize in pediatric nutrition counseling and eating disorder treatment.
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