Send Colleen a Text Message"My baby spits up a lot!" What the mom is actually saying to you as the clinician: "I'm really worried! Is something wrong with her?" and what the dad is saying, "Please, make it stop. I'm sick of being covered in vomit." Infant reflux is one of the most common concerns during routine well checks. Today I'm joined by Registered Dietitian and pediatric nutrition expert Kristen Gooch to help us navigate infant reflux. Key Takeaways:Understanding Reflux: Learn about the prevalence of reflux in infants and when it typically peaks.Signs and Symptoms: Recognize common signs of reflux in babies, including excessive crying, arching, and poor weight gain.Assessment and Diagnosis: Discover the questions clinicians can ask to differentiate between normal reflux and more serious conditions like pyloric stenosis.Managing Reflux Naturally: Explore practical strategies such as positioning, feeding adjustments, and lifestyle modifications to alleviate reflux symptoms.Medication Considerations: Understand the risks and benefits of using PPIs (proton pump inhibitors) in infants with reflux, and the importance of careful evaluation before prescribing.Natural Treatments: Learn about over-the-counter options like colic drops and gripe water, and the evidence behind their effectiveness.Educating Parents: Understand why it's crucial to avoid dismissing parents' concerns about reflux and instead provide practical support and guidance.Can't Miss Diagnoses: Colleen reminds you of several other, more serious medical conditions that also present with reflux, that you CANNOT miss. Resources:Join our Clinician-Dietitian Social on May 29, 2024 at 7:30pm EST. Registration required. Connect with Kristen | @happytummynutrition or happytummynutrition.comSupport the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageLet's be real - getting a meal on the table after a long work day is so tough. Juggling an infant and a wiggly picky toddler makes the mealtime experience exhausting. But yet, study after study proves family meals are crucial to children's mental, physical and emotional heath.  In today's episode, we're joined by Registered Dietitian Sarah Schlichter to explore practical tips for transforming family meals from stressful events into joyful experiences.Key Takeaways:Involve the Kids: Assigning each child a job in meal preparation or serving fosters positive exposure to new foods without pressure to eat them. Younger children can wash fruits and vegetables, while older ones can safely cut and season ingredients.Mindset Shift: Embrace flexibility and lower expectations to make family meals more enjoyable for both parents and children.Location Variety: Consider picnics, eating under the table, or dining outside for a change of scenery.Creating Memories: Focus on the experience of dining together (who doesn't love dressing up for dinner?!) rather than solely on the food consumed.Connect with Sarah | https://www.bucketlisttummy.com/Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageDo you think carbohydrates or dietary fat affect the liver more? Are there any liver superfoods that support liver function? Should patients do a liver cleanse? These are real questions patients ask when diagnosed with fatty liver. I'm joined by fellow PA/RD, Cassidy Mccandless, to breakdown the nutrition facts for fatty liver disease management. Key Takeaways:Focus on carbohydrates: Emphasize reducing added sugars and refined carbohydrates, while encouraging consumption of whole grain options, fruits, and vegetables.Beware of saturated fats: While not inherently "bad," aim to limit saturated fats found in animal products, opting instead for leaner protein sources and unsaturated fats like those in plant-based foods.Avoid cleanses: The liver has a natural ability to detoxify the body without additional interventions.Make change sustainable: Encourage patients to make gradual, sustainable changes to their diet rather than embarking on drastic cleanses or restrictive diets.Connect with Cassidy:Instagram | the.nutritrion.paSupport the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageDealing with unmotivated patients can be one of the most challenging aspects of our work as healthcare providers. For today’s episode, I’m going to challenge this thought: are our patients unmotivated or are they just having a hard time getting started? Changing habits is HARD.  Change takes time, patience, and persistence. It’s easy for patient's to become overwhelmed when faced with a difficult task  or one they think will be unpleasant. It’s human nature to want to avoid challenging things. You'll learn a technique that’s used in cognitive behavior therapy that can be applied to patients to help them “get the ball rolling." Resources:Episode 45: A Mindset Shift for Overcoming Dieting FailuresEpisode 42: 7 Traps of Goal SettingGrab the companion PDF at examroomnutrition.com/weightloss, and let's confidently guide our patients towards their best lives in 2024.Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageWhat is a Registered Dietitian and what do they do? Maybe when you think of a dietitian you think of the food police, spoiling all the fun. Or maybe you imagine a lady wearing a hair net serving hospital cafeteria food. Or maybe you think they'll just put your patient on a diet and hand them a meal plan. Can we even trust dietitians? Or are they all set outs, getting paid by Big Food to recommend highly processed foods?! To celebrate my 50th podcast episode (yay!), I wanted to make sure my listeners know exactly what what a dietitian does, how they work with patients and the immense value they provide to patients and  YOU, the provider. In today's episode you'll learn why an RD's education makes them THE authority in nutrition and how you can collaborate with and refer to dietitians.  You'll gain a clear understanding of what diagnoses are covered by insurance, how to refer to a dietitian and what your patients can expect from their visit.Sign up for the Dietitian-Provider Virtual Mixer!  Don't miss our next RD-Provider Mixer ... a quarterly, virtual meet-and-greet where dietitians and providers meet!Resources:Primary Care Provider Toolkit to Refer to a Dietitian - from the Academy of Nutrition and DieteticsSupport the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageEating a healthy diet and maintaining a healthy weight are key to reducing cancer risk. However, when patients are faced with a recent cancer diagnosis or are undergoing cancer treatment, they are looking for answers. With over 1.9 million new cancer cases in 2023, the chances that you will care for a patient with cancer or one who is in remission from cancer is pretty high. There’s a lot of confusion, thanks to social media influencers, around things like soy, meat, GMOs, sugar and organic foods and their effect on cancer. My guest, oncology dietitian, Julie Lanford, is going to give us the facts about all of it. Learn the answers to these common questions: Does sugar feed cancer? Should I be keto/low carb?Do soy foods cause cancer?Do I need to eat organic foods?Are GMO’s bad for me?Is raw food better than cooked?Should I avoid meat?Should I avoid dairy?What supplements/herbs should I take?Would a probiotic help lower my risk?Connect with JulieInstagram: @cancerdietitianOnline: https://cancerdietitian.com/Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageMore than 1 in 37 children under age 5 in the United States have a pediatric feeding disorder.  Today, I'm joined by Bri, a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist and Certified Lactation Counselor, to explore the common feeding challenges families face. We'll discuss the four domains of a pediatric feeding disorder and how one or all could be affecting a child's feeding skill. We also explain how to address gagging when introducing complementary foods and offer practical strategies for incorporating pre-feeding skills. We walk through infant feeding issues through toddlerhood and provide you with actionable solutions you can suggest to your patient to support children with feeding aversions.Resources: Pediatric Feeding Disorder: Consensus Definition and Conceptual FrameworkFeeding Matters Infant and Children Feeding Questionnaire  Connect with Bri:Instagram | @pediatricfeedingSLPOnline | https://www.pediatricfeedingslp.com/ Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageOne in six couples struggle with fertility challenges. While determining the cause for infertility can be challenging, making the right diagnosis is crucial for proper treatment.  Chelsea Dishong, a Registered Dietitian with both professional expertise and personal experience,  joins us to explain the role of nutrition in overcoming infertility. With a particular focus on the misunderstood and often misdiagnosed condition of Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA), in this episode, you'll learn the critical differences between HA and PCOS, the impact of BMI on fertility, and why the right diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment.Key Takeaways:- Learn the difference between PCOS and HA and why an accurate diagnosis matters.- Understand why having a period is important for health, beyond fertility.- Nutrition strategies for someone with HA- Delivering a message of resilience and optimism for those grappling with infertility.Learn how simple lifestyle and nutrition changes can reignite the body's reproductive functions and give hope to those facing infertility. Having a period is more than just about fertility—it's about bone health, heart health, and brain health.  Join us to learn how to empower patients with the right nutritional advice to restore their fertility.Connect with Chelsea:Instagram | @fertility.period.recoveryhttps://www.nutritioninrhythm.com/Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text Message"Oh by the way, he's really picky. What do I do?" Does your heart sink when you hear this question? If we're being honest, does it make you want to roll your eyes? Navigating picky eating is a massive topic and is such a challenge in the pediatric world. In this episode, pediatric nutrition experts Colleen and Amber equip you with solutions to help overwhelmed parents of picky eaters. You'll learn practical tips, strategies, and food recommendations to help pediatricians empower families to navigate mealtime challenges and promote healthy growth and development in children.Key Takeaways:Introducing fun and playful mealtime experiences to encourage exploration of new foodsUsing food exposures and food play to increase familiarity with unfamiliar foodsIncorporating high-calorie foods like avocado, half and half, and Nutella to support underweight children's growthAvoiding labeling children as picky eaters and reframing discussions around weight gain to focus on overall nutrition and developmentImplementing one strategy at a time to avoid overwhelming families and children with too many changes at onceConnect with Amber | Littles Nutrition Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageI believe that for every setback there is an opportunity for both our patients and us to grow stronger and be more capable in the future. In today’s episode, we'll explore why diets fail and how we can help the patient refocus their mindset to learn that failures are an opportunity for growth. I’ll give you 10 ways to shift your patient’s mindset about themselves and their dieting journey. When patients find themselves stuck in a cycle of dieting failures, it's crucial for you to approach the situation with empathy and understanding.  Avoid assuming the patient is “noncompliant or lazy” and instead assume they want to be successful; something is just getting in the way of them sticking to their new behaviors.  If you're a primary care provider looking to enhance your nutrition counseling skills or simply seeking a refresher, join me as we make our patients healthier, one exam room at a time!7 Traps of Goal SettingEnd Emotional EatingHelp me make this podcast better. If you've got 30 seconds to answer 5 questions, you could win a $10 Amazon gift card . Grab the companion PDF at examroomnutrition.com/weightloss, and let's confidently guide our patients towards their best lives in 2024.Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageI’d argue that postpartum is one of the most emotionally and physically challenging times in a woman’s life.  In this episode, we're joined by special guest, The Postpartum Dietitian, Taylor Leon, to tackle common myths surrounding post-baby body expectations and strategies to combat the pervasive "bounce-back" culture. We need to be advocating for self-care and embracing the unique postpartum journey for each of our patients.Key takeaways include:Shift the mindset: Foster self-love and acceptance amidst societal pressures.Promote Nutrient-dense eating: Opt for protein-rich, high-fiber foods to support healing and energy levels. Fad diets only add to the stress of being a new mom.Practical tips: Learn easy meal ideas and strategies for busy moms. Supporting weight loss: Encourage balanced eating and mindful movement over restrictive diets.Help me make this podcast better. If you've got 30 seconds to answer 5 questions, and rate this show, you could win a $10 Amazon gift card . Whether you're a healthcare provider or a mom navigating the postpartum period, this episode offers valuable insights to promote holistic well-being.Connect with Taylor on Instagram: @the_postpartum_dietitianSupport the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageDoes the topic of nephrology and kidney function give you PTSD? For most of us in primary care, nephrology probably wasn’t your strong point in school. And even now in practice, if we’re being honest, we cringe if a patient asks us about a renal diet. What is a renal diet anyway? Is it the same as a kidney diet or a dialysis diet? Don’t worry friend, because today, I am joined by Renal Dietitian, Samantha Podob to break down the kidney diet and what role potassium, sodium and phosphorus have on kidney health. Episode Highlights:Defining a Renal Diet: Understand exactly what nutrients are the focus of a renal diet and why the patient’s kidney function dictates what needs to be restricted or not.The role of Dialysis: Learn how a patient’s dietary needs may change depending on their treatment. Dispelling Myths: Learn the truth behind common misconceptions about foods like potatoes, citrus fruits, and tomatoes in renal diets.Practical Nutrition Tips: Discover actionable strategies for patients, including managing sodium, potassium, and phosphorus intake.The Power of Plant-Based Diets: Explore the benefits of incorporating plant-based foods into renal diets and how it can support kidney health.Preventive Measures: Gain valuable insights into protecting kidney health through hydration, balanced diets, and lifestyle choices.Resources Mentioned: How to Read a Nutrition Facts Label with a Focus on Kidney HealthStarting a Business Simplified PodcastConnect with Samantha:Instagram | CKD_NutritionistSupport the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageHelp me make this podcast better. If you've got 30 seconds to answer 5 questions, you could win a $10 Amazon gift card . According to James Clear, "bad habits repeat themselves again and again not because you don't want to change, but because you have the wrong system for change." Today's episode will:Teach you how to guide your patients in creating a system for change, that will actually work. Show you how to lead your patient to set achievable goals. Learn the 7 traps of goal-setting and how to avoid them. Walk through a simple exercise to do with your patients that make achieving their goals doable!  What sets your patient's heart on fire when they think about their future?  What gets them excited?  Is it a number or a metric? I honestly doubt it. It's probably a feeling or a result of achieving that number. Patients probably imagine the way they feel: free, confident, loved, happy, energetic, sexy. That's the magic of goal-setting.If you're a primary care provider looking to enhance your nutrition counseling skills or simply seeking a refresher, join me as we make our patients healthier, one exam room at a time!Listen to Beyond BMI to see why measuring metrics beyond weight are crucial.Grab the companion PDF at examroomnutrition.com/weightloss, and let's confidently guide our patients towards their best lives in 2024.Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text Message“I realized the thing I was doing was going to be taken from me, and I felt out of control.” In this inspiring episode, we peak into the world of eating disorders, discovering the silent battles fought by patients behind closed doors. Hear of a brave young woman’s touching story of silence and secrecy to restoration and recovery. Her journey sheds light on this easy-to-miss disease to help clinicians reframe the way we talk about a patient’s diet and weight. This is a motivating story you won’t want to miss. Questions Answered:Were there any specific events or triggers in your life that you believe contributed to the development of your eating disorder? What are some common misconceptions or stereotypes about eating disorders that clinicians should be aware of when discussing weight and diet with patientsWhat were the early signs or moments when you realized you were struggling with an eating disorder? Could you provide guidance on how healthcare professionals can approach the topic of weight with sensitivity, especially when discussing it with patients who may have eating disorders or a history of them?What specific questions can providers use to better understand their patients' relationships with food and body image, without triggering anxiety or defensiveness?What was your experience with recognizing the need for assistance, and what led you to seek support?Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text Message1 in 36 children have autism. If you work in pediatrics, I can guarantee that you are faced with questions about selective eating and mealtime meltdowns. For today's episode, I brought the expert in feeding neurodivergent kids back on the podcast. Breta Alstrom provides useful strategies to help even the most cautious eater learn to try new foods.In this episode, you'll learn:How sensory progressions and food chaining can be used to expand the child's food preferencesWhat key micronutrients might be missing in the child's diet and what you can do about itUnique techniques to overcome mealtime stress and anxietyRealistic expectations of the child's feeding journey and how a positive mealtime environment fosters exploration and joyConnect with Breta:Instagram | @the.neuro.nutritionistOnline | Nourishedtogether.comResources:Food Chaining for Feeding ChallengesNational Autism Association Autism Speaks Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageWhat diet should I go on? Have your patients ever asked you this? As with most questions about nutrition, the answer, truly depends. Join me, Colleen Sloan, on the fifth episode of this 10-part series where I provide a review of the most common diets for weight loss. I'll help you determine which one would be appropriate for the patient sitting in front of you. If you're a primary care provider looking to enhance your nutrition counseling skills or simply seeking a refresher, join me as we make our patients healthier, one exam room at a time!Grab the companion PDF at examroomnutrition.com/weightloss, and let's confidently guide our patients towards their best lives in 2024.Listen to episode 4: Understanding Macronutrients US New Best Diets: https://health.usnews.com/best-diet/best-diets-overallSupport the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageIn honor of American Heart Month, I am joined by Registered Dietitian, Michelle Rothenstein, to share invaluable insights and practical tips for healthcare providers to support patients with cardiovascular disease. From deciphering cholesterol levels to navigating popular diets like keto and carnivore, Michelle breaks down complex nutritional concepts into actionable advice.Key Takeaways:Understanding the nuances of cholesterol levels and how dietary choices impact heart health.Exploring the effects of popular diets like keto and carnivore on lipid levels and overall heart health.Emphasizing the importance of sustainable and implementable dietary changes for long-term cardiovascular wellness.Highlighting the significance of comprehensive risk assessment, including labs beyond the standard lipid panel, for early detection and prevention of heart disease.Connect with Michelle:@heath.health.nutritionisthttps://entirelynourished.com/Support the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageDo parents ask you for advice for their picky eater? Do your patients say "yuck, I don't like that" when you suggest they try some broccoli? How would you answer a mom who says, "my child only eats 10 foods, what do I do?"  In this episode, Registered Dietitian, Veronica LaMarca, joins Colleen to discuss practical solutions for 5 of the most common nutrition challenges faced by parents and pediatricians dealing with picky eaters.Key Takeaways:Responding to "Yuck": Discover effective ways for parents to respond when their child rejects a food with "yuck" and learn how to encourage food exploration.How to solve brand preference:  Learn how to gradually expand the child's food preferences through food chaining by making small changes to familiar foods.What to do when a child only eats 5-10 foods: Learn how to increase variety in a child's diet without pressuring or bribing.Family Meals and Environment: Understand the importance of family meals and creating a positive mealtime environment to promote healthy eating habits.What to do if a child refuses meat: Learn to reassure parents that kids need less protein than they think and they can meet those needs without eating meat. Whether you're a parent seeking mealtime harmony or a pediatrician looking for practical advice to share with your patients, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable strategies to help your picky eater transition from "yuck" to "yum"!Connect with Veronica on Instagram: @feedingpickykidsSupport the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageSo what does it mean to count your macros? Is it necessary for fat loss?  This week we’re unpacking what macronutrients are, their functions in the body and how to calculate them for your patient.   Join me, Colleen Sloan, on the fourth episode of this 10-part series to help guide your patients on their weight loss journey.If you're a primary care provider looking to enhance your nutrition counseling skills or simply seeking a refresher, join me as we make our patients healthier, one exam room at a time!Grab the companion PDF at examroomnutrition.com/weightloss, and let's confidently guide our patients towards their best lives in 2024.Sources:Online Calculator: https://reference.medscape.com/calculator/846/mifflin-st-jeor-equationhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25911631/#https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8912699/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7539343/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20351774/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31039663/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34171740Saturated or Not: Does Type MatterTrans fatty acids and cardiovascular disease. Nutrition Trackers:CronometerMyFitnessPalLoseItSupport the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Send Colleen a Text MessageIf you work with young athletes, this episode is for you! I'm joined by sports dietitian, Jessica Ashton, RD,  to help you know exactly what your athlete should eat before, during, and after exercise and how to nurture healthy habits that ensure a lifetime of peak performance. Key Points:Understand Macronutrients: Learn the difference between carbohydrates, protein and fat and the role each of these plays in an athlete's body.Pre-Exercise Fueling: Learn about the importance of pre-exercise nutrition for young athletes, including the need for carbohydrates to fuel energy stores. During-Exercise Nutrition: Explore recommendations for maintaining energy levels during prolonged exercise sessions. Understand when and what young athletes should consume to sustain performance and prevent energy depletion.Post-Exercise Recovery: Discover the role of carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats in supporting muscle recovery and replenishing energy stores after physical activity.Hydration Matters: Gain insights into the critical importance of hydration for young athletes. Learn how to assess hydration status and educate pediatric patients on maintaining proper fluid balance to optimize performance and prevent dehydration-related issues.Join us as we equip pediatricians, parents and coaches with the knowledge and tools needed to support the nutritional needs of young athletes, ensuring they thrive both on and off the field.Connect with Jessica:Instagram | @jessicaashton_rdSupport the Show.Connect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for the Nutrition Wrap-Up Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics and professional growth strategies delivered to your inbox each week. Support the show!If you love the show and want to help me make it even better, buy me a coffee to help me keep going! ☕️Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.