LifeCycle Nutrition

LifeCycle Nutrition Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

🎓 Wrapping up my final rotation through the UTSW coordinated program, I’m filled with gratitude and excitement. This jou...
04/25/2025

🎓 Wrapping up my final rotation through the UTSW coordinated program, I’m filled with gratitude and excitement. This journey through every corner of dietetics has shaped me in ways I never imagined.
👩‍⚕️ From ICU and GI cancer care at Methodist Richardson, to dialysis nutrition at Fresenius, I strengthened my clinical judgment and saw nutrition’s impact on quality of life.
🏳️‍🌈 At the Resource Center, I supported clients living with HIV/AIDS, deepening my commitment to community wellness and equity.
🥗 In Allen ISD’s foodservice department, I gained a new respect for the strategy behind feeding our youngest learners.
👶 In the NICU, I saw the critical role of thoughtful nutrition for the tiniest patients.
💓 Through outpatient work at SMU and a cardiac clinic, I practiced motivational interviewing, helping patients build sustainable habits.
🤱 Supporting breastfeeding alongside a lactation consultant sparked a passion for maternal and infant nutrition.
🌱 At LifeCycle Nutrition, I saw how private practice can impact lives across all ages, inspiring dreams for my own future practice.
💬 I’m endlessly grateful to the dietitians who mentored me, and I carry their wisdom forward.
❤️ Clinical care has my heart for now, but I know I’ll return to my deepest passion: supporting moms, babies, and families.
Now, it’s time to give back. 🌟
— Billye Silander, UT Southwestern Dietetic Intern

☀️ Don’t Sleep on Vitamin D! 🍳🐟Vitamin D is essential for bone health, immune function, mood regulation, and even reduci...
04/24/2025

☀️ Don’t Sleep on Vitamin D! 🍳🐟

Vitamin D is essential for bone health, immune function, mood regulation, and even reducing the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular conditions.

But here’s the deal: A large percentage of people today are suboptimal in this crucial vitamin and may not even know it!

Some Sources of Vitamin D:
·      Fatty Fish 🐟
·      Egg Yolks 🍳
·      Fortified Milk & Cereals 🥛🥣
·      Sunshine 🌞 (15–30 min a day on skin = a natural dose)

Pro tip: Relying only on sun exposure may not be enough, especially during winter or if you have darker skin, wear sunscreen, or live in northern areas. That’s why diet + mindful sun exposure is key.

Backed by research: Studies show that maintaining healthy Vitamin D levels may help boost your immunity, reduce inflammation, and even support mental health.

Bottom line: Check your levels and be intentional about getting your daily D!

Comment a “☀️” if you plan to get a source of this sunshine vitamin this week.
 
Billye Silander, UT Southwestern Dietetic Intern

Rigorous education and training are what set Registered Dietitians apart! It gives us the tools to understand nutrition ...
04/18/2025

Rigorous education and training are what set Registered Dietitians apart! It gives us the tools to understand nutrition as a science, not just a trend. We translate the latest research into real-life results to help people thrive!

Swipe to learn the process 🍓✨

-Billye Silander, UT Southwestern Dietetic Intern

Gazpacho season is here! The perfect dish for warm spring days and those hot Texas summers ahead! ☀️ Tomatoes, the star ...
04/17/2025

Gazpacho season is here! The perfect dish for warm spring days and those hot Texas summers ahead! ☀️

Tomatoes, the star of this cold and refreshing soup, are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant from carotenoids that helps fight inflammation, protect your cells, and support heart health. 🍅

They are high in vitamin C, potassium, and folate, all essential nutrients for immunity, blood pressure regulation, and cell repair. 🍊🍌🥬

To turn this into a balanced meal, pair it with:
🍗🐟 Grilled chicken or salmon for protein
🥖 Whole grains like bread or brown rice for fiber and energy

Comment a “🍅” if you want to make gazpacho this tomato season!

-Billye Silander, UT Southwestern Dietetic Intern

Welcome our next dietetic intern from UT Southwestern, Billye Silander! She will be taking over our social media for the...
04/15/2025

Welcome our next dietetic intern from UT Southwestern, Billye Silander! She will be taking over our social media for the next two weeks. ✨

It’s October, and all things Halloween are here! 👻 🩵 Some kids and their families don’t feel comfortable trick-or-treati...
10/04/2024

It’s October, and all things Halloween are here! 👻

🩵 Some kids and their families don’t feel comfortable trick-or-treating, because the risk of being exposed to an allergen is just too high for those with food allergies.

🩵The Teal Pumpkin Project is a simple way to make trick-or-treating more inclusive!

🩵 A teal pumpkin on your doorstep signals that you offer non-food treats and trinkets that delight all trick-or-treaters.

Beyond Celiac, is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization, and the leading patient advocacy and research-driven celiac diseas...
09/23/2024

Beyond Celiac, is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization, and the leading patient advocacy and research-driven celiac disease organization.

Join in this great event for family friendly fun!

Summer is here and cool foods is all we want. Add some tropical flavors to your meal with this mango and avocado ch...
06/21/2024

Summer is here and cool foods is all we want.

Add some tropical flavors to your meal with this mango and avocado chutney from . 🥭 🥑 🧅 🍅

Whether you want to pair it with grilled chicken or fish, or scoop it up with some corn chips - look no further!

What do broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, watercress and collards all have in common? 🥦🥬🫛🥒They’re all cruciferous vegetables!...
06/17/2024

What do broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, watercress and collards all have in common? 🥦🥬🫛🥒

They’re all cruciferous vegetables!

🤩 Learn more on :
sm.eatright.org/cruciferousveggies

Celebrating my last day with cake and fruit tarts! 🧁Interning with Maria-Paula and LifeCycle Nutrition has been an unfor...
06/14/2024

Celebrating my last day with cake and fruit tarts! 🧁

Interning with Maria-Paula and LifeCycle Nutrition has been an unforgettable experience. Although it was only 2 weeks, my days were filled with new learning opportunities about pediatrics, food allergies, GI disorders, and family communication around every corner. 🧠

I am thankful for Maria-Paula for allowing me to have this experience and for letting me learn from her. 🤩

Being a registered dietitian is more than reading a textbook and telling individuals what they should or should not eat. It’s about continuously learning, building meaningful connections, helping people reach their individual nutrition goals, and supporting them by finding the evidence-based practices that work best for them. 👏🏼

I look forward to the endless possibilities in the dietetics profession and cannot wait to find my own personality as a future registered dietitian. 😋 With this, my goal as a future registered dietitian is to advocate for individuals all around the world. 🌎 I want to support individuals with diverse backgrounds in the ever changing world of nutrition while reinforcing the value of culture and food freedom when building a healthy relationship with food. 🍱 🥙🥘🍛🍜

Thank you for tuning in and being part of my journey. I’ll see you guys out there! ✌🏼

- Cindy Hong, BS, TWU Dietetic Intern

Let’s highlight my favorite fruit! 🥑Avocados are jammed packed with monounsaturated fat, which helps lower blood pressur...
06/13/2024

Let’s highlight my favorite fruit! 🥑

Avocados are jammed packed with monounsaturated fat, which helps lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease. 🫀

The fiber in avocados keeps your digestive system happy and prevents constipation.

Avocados are rich in antioxidants and vitamin E, which may help boost immunity and protect against bacteria and infections. 🦠

I 💚 avocados because they are so versatile. You can enjoy avocados by:

🥑 Putting avocado on salads, sandwiches, toast, rice bowls, or smoothies
🥑 Making guacamole for chips and tacos
🥑 Making your favorite sushi roll with avocado
🥑 Blending avocado and making a pasta sauce

I love smashing my avocado and adding a bit of honey, oat milk, and crushed ice! It’s my favorite sweet treat. 😋



- Cindy Hong, BS, TWU Dietetic Intern

Summer fruits are in full swing! 😎Fruits are full of essential nutrients and including them in your diet helps you ensur...
06/13/2024

Summer fruits are in full swing! 😎

Fruits are full of essential nutrients and including them in your diet helps you ensure that your are receiving the different nutrients you need.

During the summer, these fruits can be a sweet and refreshing treat! Here are some ways you can enjoy your favorite summer fruits:

☀️ Add fruit to your beverages
☀️ Top your yogurt or oatmeal with fruit
☀️ Freeze them and enjoy a cold treat
☀️ Make a fruit kebab
☀️ Add fruit to your salads or make a fruit sauce for your meals
☀️ Blend everything together and make a smoothie or fruit popsicle

Fruits are refreshing, nutritious AND delicious! 🍉🍓🍒🍌🥭🍇



- Cindy Hong, BS, TWU Dietetic Intern

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