May is ‘Mental Health Awareness Month’. Get outside… This video highlights the importance of going outside for better mental health. Being outside in nature improves our mood, lowers stress and anxiety, and helps us sleep better. Plus… in just 30 minutes, we get replenished with Vitamin D! Learn more about the importance of the ‘sunshine […]

How Mental Health Affects Your Diet

Recognize the warning signs in yourself, and others. “Do I have a problem?” As one of the most prevalent issues I see with my clients young and old, I’m continuing the conversation of disordered eating. I’ve discussed this topic from different angles in my blog, such as How To Spot Disordered Eating In Your Young […]

The 3 Signs to Detect If You Have Disordered Eating

Confused about popular nutrition trends? Let’s get back to basics. It’s 2024, and after 14 years as a sports dietitian, I don’t think I’ve seen the nutrition scene as confusing as it is now. Extremes seem to be more popular than ever, such as the ‘eat anything you want’ trend, the carnivore diet, and the […]

The Truth About Nutrition

What do you do for fueling your young athlete who’s not easy to feed? In this video, I share what works in my household, and some tips to help break through picky-eating habits. Athletes of every age require more fuel and calories so they can perform in their sport and maintain energy and muscle mass. […]

How to Help an Athlete Who is a Picky Eater

Here’s a question for parents: are you packing the cooler with the right fuel to support your young athlete’s performance? In this video, I unpack the essentials you should pack for away games and competitions. If you’re tired of relying on what snacks the team is providing, or end up grabbing a bag of chips […]

How to Pack a Cooler for an Away Game or Competition

Imagine sitting your younger self down for a talk… knowing what you know now, what would you say? I would elaborate on two very important topics, which I share here. March is National Nutrition Month and this year’s theme is “Fuel for the Future”, and eating with sustainability in mind to nourish ourselves and protect […]

What I would tell my younger self - Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian

This post continues the theme of how to have healthy food on hand for active families on the go. It provides the recipes mentioned in my blog: How to Spend Less Time in the Kitchen with an Active Family. Each of the recipes below are a hit with my family and I’ve found them to […]

Freezer Meal Recipes for Active Families - Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian

Does it feel like your ‘side hustle’ is constantly making meals in the kitchen? It’s a question I hear from parents ALL THE TIME… “How do I feed nutritious food to my family that’s always on the go?” The pain is real for parents of active kids and young athletes who are constantly hungry. Having […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - How to Spend Less Time in the Kitchen with an Active Family

Looking for ways to boost your immune system during cold and flu season? Tip: 70% of your immune system is in your gut! The wise saying “you are what you eat” is testimony to the importance of our digestive tract, and there is plenty of information available to learn about the amazing role our guts […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - How to Improve Gut Health for Cold and Flu Season

You suspect that your young athlete has an eating disorder. But what are the signs to look for? What do you do, and more importantly, what don’t you do? 👉 Do learn more about the topic and seek professional help. 👉 Do not wait. This topic is near and dear to my heart, and you […]

How to spot disordered eating in your young athlete