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Why Eating and Nutrition Are So Complex

Why Eating and Nutrition Are So Complex

If eating "healthy" was simply knowing what foods are good for us, everyone would do it, right?! I mean, as a dietitian, I would be eating a "perfect" diet if the only barrier was knowledge, right? And trust me, I do not eat a perfect diet! (Spoiler: there is no...

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Why Consuming Enough Protein is Important

Why Consuming Enough Protein is Important

Today I'm going to discuss why consuming enough protein is important. What is Protein? Protein is one of the macronutrients (along with carbohydrates and fat) that provides calories and energy for the body. Protein is NOT a primary energy source for the muscles or for...

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Welcome!

Welcome!

Hello and welcome to my blog. My name is Jill and I am an Intuitive Eating Dietitian. I am a Registered Dietitian (RD) and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. I began this blog in 2015 to write about nutrition, running, and photography. The original name of this...

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My name is Jill Merkel and I am an anti-diet, weight-inclusive Registered Dietitian & Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor specializing in body image, chronic dieting, disordered eating, and sports nutrition. 

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