Hydration and Exercise Proper hydration before, during, and after exercise helps sustain cardiovascular function and body temperature. Exercise, especially in warm and humid environments, increases fluid needs and consuming enough fluids must be taken seriously to...
Have you heard of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)? It is a common syndrome that looks at the signs and consequences of under-fueling. Previously known as the Female Athlete Triad, RED-S is a broader, more comprehensive term for a...
Cooking oils are a source of dietary fat. This post outlines nutritional information of different oils, things to look for, uses of cooking oils, smoke points, and more. Cooking Oils Oils provide us with a dietary source of fat. They contain varying levels of...
Have you ever thought about what all makes up sweat composition? We often think that if we sweat a lot or feel dehydrated, that we just need to drink water. But, especially for athletes and active individuals, there’s more to it than that. Let’s take a...
Today is the final installment of our Intuitive Eating series. Principle 10 is to Honor Your Health with Gentle Nutrition. Today, we’re talking about Intuitive Eating In Real Life: Principle 10: Gentle Nutrition. In case you missed it: What is Intuitive...
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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