157 | I Hate Meal Plans: What Dietitians Do Instead

“I’m doing everything right, but nothing’s working.” 

I bet you've heard that before!  In this episode, I’m joined by registered dietitian Devin Breedon to talk about the hidden barriers that impact weight loss, blood sugar, and overall health.

We also pull back the curtain on what registered dietitians actually do during a patient session, why behavior change matters more than meal plans, and how medical providers can make stronger, more effective referrals to dietitians.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why patients may struggle with weight loss even when they’re “eating healthy”
• The surprising role structure, routines, and stress play in nutrition success
• Why meal plans often fail 
• Simple nutrition frameworks you can use with patients
• What clinicians should say when referring to a dietitian
• Practical advice for dietitians trying to build referral relationships with medical providers

For more training and patient resources on behavior change, grab the Behavior Change Toolkit!

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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.