Michelle Russell, RD, LD, CEDSC

03/24/2026

My partnership with really fills my heart! Today I connected with students at the athlete student resource fair, then presented to athletic coaching staff on identifying and (REDs) in their athletes.

1 in 5 athletes will struggle with disordered eating. When we know how to spot it and how to provide support, everyone wins.

I am lucky to have so many amazing connections to spread awareness. I’m so proud to be part of the team at Grinnell College!

02/26/2026

Being back on the ISU campus... speaking to dietetics students in the Student Dietetic Association Club that I was in as a student... priceless!

Thank you to Priscila for inviting me to share about my career path and connect with students.

The best moment of the evening for me was when a student introduced herself to me and shared with me that I was the dietitian who supported her family member through their eating disorder recovery. I am just blown away at the threads that connect us all. 💕

02/04/2026

Iowa will soon have more resources for those struggling with eating disorders! We are looking for a dietitian who wants to expand their skills and support people in recovery.

I partner with UnityPoint via the Robert Young Center and Amy's Gift in the development of this program, and the dietitian who is hired will receive clinical supervision through me to earn a specialist certification in eating disorders care. Please share!

Shift: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (3 days per week) We are seeking a dedicated Dietitian to join the Robert Young Center (RYC) Clinical Mental Health Outpatient Services team in support of our Eating Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program (EDIOP). This role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting im...

01/15/2026

Women’s Body Trust Circle - coming May 2026

For women who are impacted by our society’s unattainable ideals.

For women with a confusing and difficult relationship with food.

For women who yearn to connect with others who share similar stories.

Now accepting founding members for the Women’s Body Trust Circle.

Send me a message to be the first to join.

08/12/2025

This organization, and the colleagues I’ve connected with through EDCI, are so valued in my career and life in general. Thank you to those who continue to volunteer on the board to raise awareness, provide education, and share support for Iowans struggling with eating disorders. 💚💙

05/08/2025

Back by popular demand, this workshop will hold space for adult women to journal, practice internal reflection, and share stories.

We’ll be exploring how to embrace summer activities in the body you have today. ☀️

Registration required: Venmo $35 to

05/07/2025

In the past year, I've expanded my work to offer training, consultation, and clinical supervision for professionals. I am deeply grateful to the organizations who see the need to enhance their staff's understanding of how to support and treat those struggling with dysfunctional eating and body image.

Thank you to Knox College for hosting me for staff training and a student workshop last winter!

To read more of my musings of 8 years in private practice, read my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/a608ec5a474a/8-years-of-food-freedom

03/12/2025

This I visited my friends at Self Reliance and made a couple tasty dishes, including this Spring Berry-Almond Salad! 🥗

As I tell the folks at these classes every month, nutrition should be easy, tasty, and affordable.

If it doesn’t taste good, what’s the point? Nobody can sustain eating patterns that aren’t satisfying.

My hope as a dietitian is to help people enjoy food and stress less about it. 💕

02/11/2025

Lucy is 12 today!

If only we could see a show of hands for how many clients’ lives she’s touched.

Lucy has an intuitive sense for when someone needs a tender cuddle. She loves to lay on laps (with permission) and snuggle next to clients’ feet.

She is the best coworker I could imagine, and probably the favorite employee here at Food Freedom! 😅

Happy birthday to my favorite girl! 🎉

12/30/2024

A classic. ❤️carbs❤️

12/23/2024

I witness bravery every day in my office.

Today, it was the bravery of a client who ate these Christmas cookies alongside me.

If you knew her story, you would see her as I do, as a fierce warrior who keeps pushing, against any odds.

Doing this work, supporting people in this way, is such a privilege.

As we enter this holiday week, I am feeling immense gratitude to the clients and families I get to support and guide.

Thank you for letting me be part of your story. ✨

12/22/2024

“Who really benefits from you taking up less space?”