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How to Stay Connected to Your Body During the Holidays
It’s so common that people disconnect from their bodies during the holidays....
You already know what to eat. The work is changing why you can't seem to do it — and building a relationship with food that doesn't require constant management. Through the CARE Eating Practice™ — McKel Hill Kooienga, MS, RDN, LDN works with those who are done cycling through diets and ready for a relationship with food that actually hold up to real life. This isn't another plan for eating better. It's the practice that changes how you relate to food entirely.
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It’s so common that people disconnect from their bodies during the holidays....
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Whether you're grabbing a quick snack or hosting a fun weekend get-together, this Minty Spring Pea Dip is a nourishing option anyone will enjoy.
A simple recipe to make stewed apples without added sugar and with warming spices.
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Learn MoreMcKel Hill Kooienga, MS, RD is a mindfulness-based Registered Dietitian, author, and founder of Nutrition Stripped. Through her signature Mindful Nutrition Method™, she guides others to create balanced meals, rebuild trust with their bodies, and find peace around food. For over a decade, her compassionate approach has inspired millions to move beyond dieting and nourish themselves with intention. Her work has been featured in Oprah.com, Women’s Health, Today’s Dietitian, Healthline, Bon Appétit, and Food Network.
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