The Journal

Notes on balance.

Plain-spoken writing on nutrition, movement, and the small daily rituals that make health sustainable.

Why I don't love Intermittent Fasting (IF) for women…
Nutrition/Cooking

Why I don't love Intermittent Fasting (IF) for women…

Intermittent Fasting is a popular topic in the nutrition world. Here's why I don't recommend it as a default for women — and what to do instead.

May 27, 2026·6 min read
Should you supplement amino acids?
Nutrition/Supplements

Should you supplement amino acids?

Essential amino acids regulate mood, combat stress, boost immunity, and support muscle recovery. Here's what to know before you supplement.

Jan 24, 2026·4 min read
Let's make sense of the new Food Pyramid
Nutrition/Guidelines

Let's make sense of the new Food Pyramid

The new food pyramid has dropped — and with it a fair amount of confusion. My big takeaways, in plain language.

Jan 24, 2026·5 min read
Protein "Cheat Sheet"
Nutrition/Macros

Protein "Cheat Sheet"

I get so many questions about protein that I made a cheat sheet — a simple way to visualize what a 30g protein meal actually looks like.

Oct 2, 2025·4 min read
Finish summer strong…
Wellness/Seasonal

Finish summer strong…

Resist the mid-August 'why bother?' slump. A few simple priorities to feel good the rest of the season.

Aug 22, 2025·6 min read
What even are emulsifiers?
Nutrition/Ingredients

What even are emulsifiers?

They're in almost everything on the shelf — but what are they actually doing to our gut? A quick primer.

Mar 18, 2025·5 min read
Should you try one of these diets?
Nutrition/Diets

Should you try one of these diets?

Keto, Whole30, Paleo, Mediterranean, plant-based — the real (and useful) takeaway from each popular eating plan.

Dec 4, 2024·6 min read
How can I eat less sugar?
Nutrition/Sugar

How can I eat less sugar?

Adults eat 22 teaspoons of sugar a day. Our ancestors ate 22 teaspoons a year. Small swaps that make a real difference.

Dec 4, 2024·5 min read
Good food should taste good!
Wellness/Mindset

Good food should taste good!

You should never eat a food purely because it is healthy — you should eat a healthy food because you love it.

Jun 6, 2024·3 min read
Winter skin care
Wellness/Skin

Winter skin care

Cold air outside, radiators inside — your skin, hair, and nails are asking for help. Start with what's on your plate.

Mar 30, 2022·4 min read