If you feel like your body changed overnight in your 40s, 50s, or even your 30s for that matter….you’re not imagining it. Perimenopause, the time leading up to menopause, can bring real shifts in weight, body composition, appetite, energy, sleep, and memory. On top of that, the nutrition information about

What do you think of when you think of oatmeal?  Grandmom eating a bowl of mush at the kitchen table?  Yup!  Me too.  But have you tried it?  Even though that’s my visual, it’s one of my top go-to breakfasts because of its health benefits and the many ways it

  As you might have heard, the new U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) were recently released, and they got the nutrition world chatting!  We at Simple Start Nutrition took our time to read them and all the opinions out there (and there are a lot of opinions) before letting

Ah December, a month filled with friends, family, holidays, celebrations…and also stress, disrupted routines, travel, late nights, and more sugary treats than most people see all year. As a dietitian, I see so many people fall into an “all or nothing” mindset this time of year—either feeling like they have

We have officially turned the page of the calendar and although some of you are revving up for Christmas, I am getting ready for more cozy fall meals and flavors.  This blog might look small, but it’s PACKED with information and has a little something for everyone! Not only do

Your skin is your largest organ, and like the rest of your body, it reflects what’s going on inside. Many factors come into play when we’re talking about your skin.  Things like: skincare routines, sunscreen, hydration, pollution, environment, aging, and of course, nutrition.  Your eating habits can help support healthy,