Our owner, Maggie Stenson MCN, RD, LD, CEDS-C was recently featured in the January edition of Georgetown Neighbors magazine. Georgetown Neighbors is a local publication of Best Version Media whose mission is to connect people to local families, trusted businesses, and upcoming events, so they never miss what’s happening in their community. Each month, the magazine is delivered to homes across Georgetown and highlights the people, stories, and places that make this community so special.

This past Friday, Dr. Lutter spoke at the CTEDS Monthly Meeting about the role genetic mutations can play in increasing the risk of developing an eating disorder. Dr. Lutter is the owner of Precision Psychiatry in Dallas, where he is doing incredible work using genetic sequencing to better understand and support individuals with eating disorders. Dr. Lutter and Maggie worked together at Eating Recovery Center in Dallas from 2017 to 2019, so it was especially nice to reconnect and hear more about the impactful work he’s doing.

As we start a new month, we are looking back at some of our favorite meals we have made over the month of February. We know meal planning isn’t always easy. Balancing different taste preferences, ever-changing schedules, and plain old decision fatigue can take the joy out of figuring out what’s for dinner. Our hope is that these ideas spark a little inspiration and help make planning your meals feel simpler and more doable this week.

February is Eating Disorder Awareness Month (EDAM), a time dedicated to shining a light on the profound impact eating disorders have on individuals of all ages and backgrounds. EDAM exists to promote early intervention, expand access to compassionate, evidence-based care, and remind those who are struggling that recovery is possible. As this month comes to a close, we want to reflect on the broader picture by looking at a few statistics that highlight just how deeply eating disorders affect our communities.

If you live in Austin or really any major city in Texas, chances are an H-E-B isn’t far away. It’s where I buy most of our groceries, and over time I’ve discovered several convenience food items that have become true staples in our kitchen. Convenience foods often get a bad reputation. But in real life, they can be incredibly supportive. They expand access to a wider variety of foods, save a ton of time, and reduce the mental load of figuring out how to prep meals for yourself or your family.  Here are a few of my favorite options for veggie, protein, and carb sources!

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so in honor of this day that celebrates love and connection, we want to take some time to talk about cultivating self-love through promoting positive body image. As you navigate social media, diet talk amongst friends and family, and a myriad of other triggers, it can feel difficult to maintain a state of positivity around body image. To help counter this, here are 3 tips to help you cultivate a more positive relationship with your body and some self-love this Valentine’s Day!

If you’re a fellow Texan, your weekend plans probably involve bundling up, staying cozy, and avoiding the cold as much as possible. With colder temperatures keeping us at home, it’s the perfect time to lean into comforting meals that feel satisfying and bring the whole family together. I’m sharing three cozy, family-friendly recipes that are on repeat in our home right now. They are simple, comforting, and designed to make dinnertime feel a little easier and a bit more enjoyable.

With the new year approaching, toxic diet culture narratives often become louder. New Year’s resolutions are frequently tied to health or fitness goals that can feel rigid and promote all-or-nothing thinking. For those in eating disorder recovery, this language can be especially triggering, making it difficult not to feel pulled toward setting a resolution that undermines healing. Below are a few ways to reframe New Year’s resolutions so they truly support your recovery!

Maggie Stenson, MCN, RD, LD, CEDS-C was recently featured on the Breaking the Cycle radio podcast, hosted by Bryan Eisenberg, for an insightful and engaging conversation focused on nutrition, health, and the role of the dietitian. During the episode, Maggie debunks common nutrition myths and discusses how dietitians support individuals in developing a healthier, more sustainable relationship with food.

Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that often emerge during adolescence, a period marked by rapid physical growth, emotional development, social pressures, and changing body image. Although eating disorders are not always visible, their impact on both physical and emotional health can be significant. Early recognition and compassionate, evidence-based support can make a meaningful difference in recovery outcomes.