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The Science of Weight Loss: What Actually Drives Change (and What Most People Get Wrong)
A NOTE: In my practice, weight loss is a neutral physiological outcome — not a moral goal or a prerequisite for worth, health, or performance. It’s also not a realistic outcome if someone is not, at the very least, meeting their daily nutrition requirements. Any reason someone pursues weight loss deserves clarity, not judgment. At the same time, I’ve seen how oversimplified, aggressive approaches to weight loss often create more harm than help, especially in active and high

Melissa
Jan 266 min read


what if 'superfoods' were just... foods that work?
We’ve all heard the term “superfood.” It’s a shiny label slapped on açaí bowls, goji berries, turmeric lattes, kale, and avocado toast — usually with the implication that these foods are somehow magically better than others.

Melissa
Jan 123 min read


does strength training make dancers bulky? (spoiler: no—but underfueling could be your downfall)
“Bulky” is the word many dancers use when they worry their lines will change—or that muscle gain will outpace what reads well onstage. I...

Melissa
Oct 21, 20253 min read


the truth about 'what I eat in a day' videos for dancers
“What I Eat in a Day” videos are everywhere right now — from influencers to professional ballet dancers. They’re easy to click on, and I’ll admit, I’ve watched my share, too.

Melissa
Sep 4, 20253 min read


dancers, here's what no one told you about nutrition
Discover what most dancers are never told about nutrition—from fueling myths to performance-boosting truths. It’s time to dance strong, not

Melissa
Mar 31, 20253 min read


nutrition advice red flags 🚩
Not all nutrition advice is good advice. Learn how to spot red flags in nutrition advice so you can fuel smarter as a dancer—without the con

Melissa
Mar 4, 20253 min read


unraveling the myths about calories: part 3: the science behind why calories don’t count (like you think they do)
Dancers, are you obsessed with calorie counting? Here’s why that mindset might be holding back your performance—and what to focus on instead

Melissa
Jan 16, 20255 min read


myth or fact: calorie edition
Calories are a topic of constant discussion in the world of food and nutrition. However, amid the countless conversations, myths and misunde

Melissa
Oct 10, 20233 min read


pulling the curtain back on calories
Calories. They seem to be everywhere, don't they? From food labels to Google searches, Reels, TikTok, and countless other sources. Let's emb

Melissa
Oct 3, 20232 min read


decoding bmi: what you need to know about body mass index
BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a term frequently tossed around in discussions about health and obesity. But what exactly is BMI, and does it tr

Melissa
Sep 26, 20233 min read


dance nutrition: myth or fact?
Dance requires strength, agility, and endurance, making proper nutrition essential for performance and injury prevention. However, common nu

Melissa
Apr 19, 20233 min read


what’s the deal with clean eating?
What is "clean food?" How can or should I eat this way?

Melissa
Jan 31, 20234 min read
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