The Millennial Nutritionist

There are numerous wellness trends floating around social media and it's hard to tell which ones are helpful and which ones are harmful. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed and a bit lost with all the wellness information out there, then this episode is for you. Illa and TMN Coach Hannah join forces today and weigh in on the wellness trends submitted by the Millennial Nutritionist community. Tune in t...

Even though everyone’s situation is unique in terms of what works for them to achieve long-term weight loss and healthy nutrition habits, there are similarities we see in our clients. We work with hundreds of clients a year and you’d be surprised at what works (eating more, mindset shifts, steering away from perfection). Tune in as our team of coaches share the best tips and tricks they’ve seen in...

Did you know undereating can be just as harmful, if not more, as overeating? It’s true. When you undereat, your body goes into starvation mode and decreases your metabolism to try to protect you. It can also cause inflammation from being stressed out and cause extreme fatigue. There is a lot of science behind weight loss and everyone’s situation is unique. That is why it is so important to work wi...

The holidays can feel like an endless rollercoaster of events involving food. You may find yourself saying things like. “I’ll just focus on my weight-loss goals after the new year.” Illa and TMN Coach Catherine encourage you to tune in as holidays don’t have to be this way. You can still work on weight-loss, all while enjoying your favorite holiday foods by using some of these tried and true tools...

It's normal for your weight to fluctuate, but when you’re focused on losing weight this can be a hard fact to swallow. Luckily, the number on the scale doesn’t reflect all that is going on inside your body when you are making healthy lifestyle changes. Millennial Nutritionist fans have asked for an episode on weight fluctuations and here it is! Illa and TMN Coach Lacey Anderson break down everythi...

When people think about weight loss and health, they often write off their favorite cultural foods as unhealthy or something they can no longer enjoy. Don’t be so quick to do this. When enjoying cultural curries, soups and stews, even your mother’s beloved tamales, we can discover a great foundation to a healthy diet. In this episode, Illa and Vanessa Carrillo, BS, break down an alternative way to...

The holidays can be tricky to navigate when you’re trying to lose weight and maintain your health goals. Rather than give up on healthy eating over the holidays or stress over how many calories are in your Aunt Sue’s pumpkin pie, Illa and TMN Coach Hannah have another solution to keep you on track. Use the “MyPlate” method. When you follow the MyPlate method, your plate should consist of 1/2 produ...

Animal proteins have gotten a bad rap in the weight loss world, but is this accurate? Adding more protein to your diet is often one of the keys to long term weight loss. With all of the trendy diet information out there, it can be good to go back to the basics like meat and fish. Animal protein is a large category that includes beef, lamb, venison, poultry, fish, seafood, dairy and eggs. In terms...

Danielle has always lived an active life and it wasn’t until her 30s when she became pregnant with twins that she struggled with her weight. During her pregnancy, she was put on bed rest and developed gestational diabetes. Her body swelled up and she felt like her body was not her own anymore. After her twins were born, she struggled to lose weight, especially as a vegetarian. She tried a variety...

Keto. Intermittent Fasting. Paleo. Juice Fasts. They all claim to be the best for weight loss, but is this true? There is an overwhelming amount of information out there trying to convince you to lose weight. While there are a myriad of ways to lose weight, losing weight too quickly or in super restrictive ways won’t work in the long term. In this episode, Illa and TMN Coach Courtney discuss a num...

Imagine training for a half marathon, running 50-60 miles a week, and still gaining weight. This was the situation that TMN client Hannah found herself in. Hannah grew up with a love of being outdoors and staying active, but struggled with weight gain. She tried a number of restrictive diets and juice fasts but did not find long term success.  While her overall nutrition was good, there were...

Produce (fruits and veggies) are a gold mine of nutrition for our bodies. They’re low calorie, full of fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins. So why aren’t we eating more of them?  If you’re one of the millions of people who don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables each day, listen up because we have some tips for you. Illa talks with chef Holly about how to fall in love with fruits and veggies, in...

It’s Fall y’all and that means pumpkin spice lattes, caramel apples, and football tailgating! Quick question: Can you enjoy all your fall favorites and still lose weight? The answer is yes. If fall warms your heart, but makes you nervous about your diet, then this episode is for you. Tune in as Illa chats with TMN Coach Catherine Anthony about how to savor all your favorite fall foods in ways that...

While nutrition is an important part of losing weight and being healthy, there are other key lifestyle habits that help to make the process more sustainable in the long run. In today’s episode, Illa and TMN Coach Courtney McMahan discuss the lifestyle traits that have made the biggest impact in their clients’ weight loss journeys. Illa and Courtney also discuss the intermittent fasting methods tha...

There isn’t a lot that is easy after having a baby. Your body is going through a ridiculous amount of hormonal fluctuations, not to mention healing itself, all while learning to navigate parenthood on very little sleep. That’s why it is so important to nourish yourself and your child with nutritious food. TMN Coach Hannah Abdulla, BS, RD is joining us to share key tips on how to make nutrition a s...

“If I want to lose weight, I can never eat cake again.” Has a thought like this ever crossed your mind?  You don’t need to cut foods out of your life in order to lose weight and live a healthy lifestyle. This myth is what Meagan McDermott believed before she joined the 3-month Lifestyle Reset Program.  Meagan, who struggles with ADHD and PCOS, joined the program in the months before her...

Carbs get a bad rap, but are they really that bad? Time to de-myth the relationship between carbs, weight loss, and healthy living. At The Millennial Nutritionist, we take a close look at carbohydrates and how you can use them in your weight loss journey. From examining what exactly is a carbohydrate to providing tips on how to increase complex carbs and decrease refined carbs, this episode has it...

Have you ever heard women who have given birth talk about peeing if they jump on a trampoline or laugh too hard? We’ve normalized this as a part of postpartum life, but it’s actually not normal, and it has to do with your pelvic floor. In this episode, Dr. Corrie Maguire, a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist at Genesis PT & Wellness in Dallas-Fort Worth, is sharing her expertise on what pelvic he...

We hear all the time that it’s impossible to pursue weight loss and have a healthy relationship with food, but that is so dependent on your method! In this episode, TMN Coach Courtney and I are discussing how we help our clients heal their relationship with food and exercise while they lose weight. From embracing eating more calories overall to not making any food off-limits, there are a lot of wa...

We are back with another client case study interview! Madison Foley worked with TMN Coach Courtney, who works specifically with a lot of our clients who have a history of eating disorders and want to lose weight. In this episode, Madison shares her experience of how Courtney helped her overcome years of diet culture messaging and fad diets with small goals and mindfulness around triggers so she co...

There has been a lot of buzz around a vegan diet in the last few years, and the potential health benefits of plant-based lifestyles - including weight loss. In this episode, TMN Coach Lacey is joining us to share her background as a former vegetarian and her best tips for getting enough nutrients and reaching your weight loss goals if you go plant-based. We also discuss the viral TikToks advertisi...

Our weight loss clients see the best results - both on the scale and with their long term success - when they plan ahead. From knowing what you’re going to cook before you go grocery shopping to prepping snacks and lunches ahead of time, there are a lot of ways to prep and plan to support your weight loss goals. In this episode, TMN Coach Catherine Anthony, RD, LDN, and I are sharing our best tips...

Have you ever wondered if there’s a benefit to eating locally grown produce? Or if you should only eat organic or non-GMO produce? In this episode, Sarah Hester, MS, RD, is sharing her expertise in working directly with farmers to reduce food waste by educating the public about how to buy, prepare, and consume produce. If you’re unsure where to start with shopping for produce or why you should buy...

If you struggle with emotional eating in some capacity, you are definitely not alone! I see clients all the time who eat when they’re bored, sad, stressed, or even nostalgic for seasonal foods. In this episode, Chelsea Darida, MSW, LCSW, is here to share how she works with her clients to identify the causes of emotional eating and what to do to honor your feelings instead. Chelsea is a Primary The...

Meet our new TMN Coach, Hannah Abdulla! Hannah has worked inside of TMN before, so she’s familiar with our clients’ needs, and she’s also a working mom who’s familiar with the needs and schedules of busy parents! If you’re struggling with weight loss postpartum, Hannah is here to troubleshoot all the common challenges for moms in this episode! Join our Millennial Living Membership for healthy reci...