The Weekly Digest
Discover the latest in nutrition – from reliable research to practical tips and wholesome recipes dished out by registered dietitians. Whether you're seeking science-backed insights, expert advice, or delicious ways to nourish your body, we've got you covered!
Endurance Nutrition: Fueling Your Body Without Overcomplicating It
Endurance training asks a lot of your body. Long runs, rides, swims, or back-to-back training days require more than grit alone, they require fuel. And not just once in a while, but consistent fueling.
A lot of endurance athletes are exposed to nutrition advice that sounds disciplined and performance-focused but often leads to the opposite result: chronic fatigue, stalled progress, injuries, or feeling “off” without knowing why. Many of these issues trace back to one core problem: not fueling enough to support the work your body is doing.
Understanding the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines: What Changed and What it Means for You
Every five years, the U.S. updates the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, recommendations that help shape school meals, healthcare nutrition advice, and federal nutrition programs. The newly released 2025-2030 guidelines include several evidenced-based recommendations, but some public health organizations are raising concerns about how parts of the guidance are contradictory and may impact public understanding of nutrition.
You Don’t Have a “Hormone Problem”—You Have a Fueling Problem
As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in the Women’s Health realm, I hear this all the time: “My hormones are a mess.”
Irregular periods, intense PMS, anxiety, poor sleep, stubborn fatigue - many women assume these symptoms mean something is fundamentally wrong with their bodies. Hormones get blamed quickly, and understandably so. But in practice, I often see something else driving these issues: chronic under-fueling.
IBS: Why Eating Enough Matters for Gut Health
When people think about managing IBS, the focus is often on what foods to avoid: FODMAPs, gluten, dairy, sugar, or “trigger foods.” What’s talked about far less is how much you’re eating.
As a dietitian, one of the most common patterns I see in clients with IBS is chronic under-eating, whether intentional or unintentional. And here’s the important part: not eating enough can directly disrupt GI function and worsen IBS symptoms, even when food choices are “perfect.”
Understanding Fiber and How to Use It for Gut Health
Fiber is often treated as a single nutrient, but in reality it is a diverse group of compounds with very different effects in the digestive tract. Understanding which fiber you’re consuming matters far more than simply trying to “get more.” This is especially true for people dealing with constipation, bloating, IBS, or inflammatory bowel conditions.
Factors in Fertility Struggles - How a Dietitian Can Help
Fertility struggles can be physically and emotionally challenging, and they are far more common than many people realize. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), I often work with individuals who feel pressure to “fix” fertility challenges through diet or body changes. It’s important to state clearly: fertility is complex, and challenges are rarely caused by a single factor. Although it is often a significant focal point when an individual is faced with struggles conceiving, body weight alone is not a reliable predictor of fertility. Subsequently, focusing solely on weight loss can distract from more meaningful, supportive changes.
What Working With a Dietitian at Northern Nutrition Group Is Actually Like
Searching for a nutrition expert can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve tried plans, programs, or providers in the past that didn’t quite fit your expectations. At Northern Nutrition Group, our approach is different. We focus on practical, sustainable nutrition support that works with your life, not against it.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s actually like to work with a registered dietitian, and whether nutrition counseling is worth it, this post will walk you through exactly what to expect.
Easy Breakfasts for School Mornings
Research has shown a direct link between breakfast and child success in school. Eating breakfast significantly impacts cognitive function, reduces behavioral issues, improves focus, and many other benefits including maintaining mental health.
It’s a tough time of the day for some families though and the struggle for breakfast ideas is real. Rather than kids heading out the door without this crucial meal, try these ideas to get in the swing of making breakfast a regular meal in your home. These are certainly not the only quick and easy options to offer but they do give small shifts in perspective when it comes to what is out there, and what takes less time than we think to prepare.
New Year, Same You - With More Support
As the New Year begins, it’s hard to avoid messages about “starting over” or changing your body. In Bozeman, those messages often show up alongside gym challenges, outdoor fitness goals, and promises to “get back on track” after the holidays.
At Northern Nutrition Group, we want to offer a different approach.
You DON”T need a new body to deserve care, nourishment or support.
Instead of focusing on weight loss or restriction, we encourage a weight-inclusive perspective, one that supports health without tying it to the number on the scale or your worth as a human being.
Magnesium Supplements - Why Are There So Many Choices?
Magnesium plays a role in more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body, including muscle contraction, nerve function, blood sugar regulation, and sleep quality. Because many adults fall short of the recommended intake, magnesium supplements have become increasingly popular in recent years (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, 2022). But not all forms are created equal, and choosing the wrong one can mean wasted money, unwanted side effects, or no real benefit.