March is National Nutrition Month and this year’s theme is promoting the importance of good nutrition. And since I work with a lot of athletes and active individuals, I decided to focus on the many benefits of sports nutrition and how working with a sports...
Let’s talk about carb loading for runners – the why, the how, and practical tips. I recently held my first Nutrition for Runners Workshop and it was a success! I had a great group of runners – from beginners to experienced, from 5k to ultra marathon...
“Are bananas bad?” or “I’ve heard bananas are bad because they’re high in sugar,” I hear from clients quite often. If you know my nutrition philosophy, you likely already know that I believe there are no bad foods. That includes...
As a sports dietitian, I talk a lot with clients about pre and post workout nutrition. But is a pre and/or post workout snack necessary? Well… it depends! Pre Workout Nutrition The goal behind pre workout nutrition is two-fold. If you’re going to be doing...
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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