Sycamore And Sage Nutrition

01/09/2026

When grains were placed at the base of the old food pyramid, it didn’t just guide choices - it shaped habits.

Over time, that emphasis normalized refined carbohydrates and crowded out protein and nutrient density for many people.

The new pyramid shifts that focus, which I see as progress. But no graphic can replace context.

A protein-forward diet doesn’t mean chicken nuggets.
Including fats doesn’t mean ignoring balance.
Reducing refined carbs doesn’t mean eliminating complex carbs.

Food quality, timing, sensitivities, and individual needs still matter - especially for blood sugar, hormones, and mental health.

The pyramid is a starting point.
Education is what makes it useful.

01/07/2026

THE NEW FOOD PYRAMID JUST DROPPED — AND IT’S ACTUALLY GOOD?! 👀🍎

After years of advocating for whole, unprocessed foods… they finally listened.

The U.S. just unveiled a brand new food pyramid — and for once, it’s not a sugar-industry-sponsored disaster.

👉 One of the most shocking admissions from the release?
40% of American kids now live with chronic disease.
And a huge part of the blame lies in one thing: ultra-processed foods.

This new pyramid is finally pointing the finger where it belongs.

✅ Whole fruits & veggies are prioritized
✅ Healthy fats and diverse proteins are promoted
✅ Water is emphasized over sugary drinks
✅ Processed junk is way down the list

As holistic nutrition coaches, this feels like a long-overdue win. 🙌 We’ve been saying this for years. Now the science — and finally, the policy — is catching up.

01/03/2026

If your 2026 goal is to feel better in your brain and body - I’m with you. But when weight loss is your only metric of success, it can block the real healing.

What if you started with care instead?

Food can shift your mood, reduce anxiety, and stabilize your energy - and yes, your weight might change too. This year, we’re roasting sweet potatoes -not punishing ourselves. We’re building habits of nourishment, one tray at a time.

When you lead with care, your body follows.

👉 Comment “AUDIT” and I’ll send you a free wellness audit to help you get on track for 2026.

Let’s make this the year of sustainable care, not self-criticism.

01/02/2026

In January, everyone’s chasing a “reset.” But most detoxes are just fancy ways to spike your blood sugar and starve your brain.

If you want real change this year, focus on support, not restriction.

Want help building a wellness routine that supports your mental health? Comment AUDIT and I’ll send you a personalized game plan.

01/01/2026

Every January, I watch capable, thoughtful people blame themselves when weight loss feels harder than it used to.

They eat less.
They try harder.
And somehow feel more stuck than before.

What often gets missed is this: weight is rarely the starting point. It’s a signal.

If you’ve ever wondered why eating for weight loss alone doesn’t seem to work anymore—or why it feels like your body isn’t responding the way it once did—I explore that question in this piece.

It’s an invitation to ask a better question this year, one that leads to clarity instead of frustration.

You can read the full article here: https://sycamoreandsagenutrition.com/2026/01/01/weight-loss/

12/27/2025

Joy was on the menu all year.

But it wasn’t just about food, it was about helping people remember that caring for themselves doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. That even small meals can hold big meaning.

As a small business owner, I’ve poured everything into making nourishment feel doable, joyful, and safe again.
If you’re ready to start fresh in 2026 - with food, with routine, with how you care for yourself - comment AUDIT and I’ll send you something to get you started.

12/20/2025

You don’t have to eat a salad to support your health.

Health can look like warm, roasted vegetables.
It can include fat and protein that help stabilize blood sugar and support mood.

Mental health nutrition isn’t about forcing “healthy” foods. It’s about choosing what actually helps you feel regulated and well.

Sometimes, that’s bacon and veggies.

12/13/2025

What I eat in a day with no time to cook, all on the go, but still supportive of my mental health 🤩

- low sugar overnight oats for stable blood sugars
- gluten free & protein/fiber rich
electrolytes - hydration for nervous system support
- protein, fiber, fat for balanced energy & steady mood
staying hydrated for clearer thinking
salmon, kale and quinoa for omegas, healthy fats and protein

Even my busiest days are rooted in how I was raised - by a mental health nutritionist. Mental clarity, energy, and emotional balance all start with food.

👉 Save for your next day on the run!

12/12/2025

Feeling out of routine lately? You’re not alone.

December has a way of throwing off everything - your meals, your sleep, your nervous system. And when your routine disappears, it’s easy to feel like you’ve “fallen off.”

But your body doesn’t need punishment. It needs support.

Here are 3 small ways to care for yourself when life feels chaotic - no guilt, no extreme resets, just signals of safety for your brain and body.

👉 Save this post to come back to on your next messy day.

12/08/2025

Struggling After Baby?
You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not “failing.”

Looking to bust through writers block, I recently read a series of honest postpartum stories on Reddit that highlighted something we don’t talk about nearly enough: postpartum mood changes are often rooted in real, physical depletion.

Nutrient loss. Hormone shifts. Low estrogen. Low vitamin D. Thyroid dips. Blood sugar swings. Microbiome changes.

These aren’t character flaws—they’re biology.

I wrote a new article that gently walks through what’s happening in the postpartum body and why so many women feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unlike themselves.

Even if you’re not postpartum, someone in your world is—and they need this clarity.

Struggling with postpartum mood changes? Learn how nutrient depletion, hormone shifts, and simple nutrition support can help you this season.

12/06/2025

I got sick in my 20s, and natural healing changed the entire course of my life. It taught me how deeply our physical and emotional health are connected -
and it’s why I became a mental health nutritionist.

12/06/2025

If you feel extra low during winter - it’s not “just in your head.” Shorter days can affect your brain chemistry. These 3 foods help support the feel-good chemicals your body actually needs this time of year.