Appleman Nutrition

01/06/2026

The messaging young athletes receive about sports nutrition is often rooted in adult weight-loss culture rather than pediatric developmental science.

When we apply restrictive eating patterns to growing bodies, we compromise the very systems these athletes need to perform, excel, and develop properly.

At Appleman Nutrition, we work with young athletes and their families to understand how proper fueling enhances both performance and healthy development.

01/01/2026

New year's resolutions often center on weight loss, restriction, and rigid rules.

Whether you're navigating hormonal transitions, managing digestive challenges, supporting a growing child's nutrition needs, or simply looking for sustainable eating patterns that actually work with your life, evidence-based nutrition care focuses on what your body needs rather than what diet culture tells you to eliminate.

Here's to a year of nourishment, not deprivation. Here's to understanding rather than obsession.

12/29/2025

Individuals in eating disorder recovery often encounter messaging suggesting that minimal increases in intake constitute sufficient nourishment, yet clinical evidence demonstrates that comprehensive recovery demands full metabolic restoration.

Understanding why adequate fuel proves essential to healing, not merely weight restoration, provides the foundation for commitment to the nutritional rehabilitation process.

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Confused about recovery nutrition needs? Learn why adequate fuel proves essential for metabolic healing, not just weight restoration.

12/23/2025

Holiday meal approaches rooted in earning, compensating, or restricting don't support your relationship with food or your body.

They create a cycle of deprivation and reactivity that makes celebration meals feel chaotic rather than enjoyable.

Consistent eating throughout the day provides stable blood sugar, maintains energy, and allows you to approach holiday meals from a place of choice rather than desperation. You can enjoy traditional foods and still feel physically comfortable.

We help clients navigate holiday seasons without the mental burden of food rules or the physical discomfort that comes from restrict-binge patterns. The goal is sustainable practices that support both your health and your participation in meaningful traditions.

12/22/2025

The decision to introduce common food allergens to your infant represents one of the most anxiety-provoking milestones in early feeding.

Parents face conflicting information, evolving clinical guidelines, and the weight of knowing their choices during this critical developmental window may influence their child's lifelong health.

Understanding the evidence behind current allergen introduction protocols, the reasoning that shaped these recommendations, and the practical realities of implementing them at home provides the foundation parents need to approach this process with informed confidence rather than unwarranted fear.

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Worried about introducing allergenic foods to your baby? Learn the evidence-based timing and methods for safe allergen introduction to reduce allergy risk.

12/19/2025

Between work demands, family responsibilities, and everything else competing for your time, spending hours in the kitchen isn't realistic for most days. Yet you also want to nourish yourself and your family well, not just survive on takeout and convenience foods.

The good news is that these goals aren't mutually exclusive. Quick meals can absolutely be nutritious, satisfying, and even enjoyable to prepare.

It's not about elaborate recipes or complicated techniques. It's about having the right strategies, keeping useful ingredients on hand, and letting go of the idea that strong nutrition requires extensive time or effort.

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Pressed for time? Discover practical strategies and meal ideas that get nutritious food on the table in 15 minutes or less without complicated recipes.

12/18/2025

You're navigating the first few weeks of your GLP-1 journey, and by now, you've likely noticed some significant changes. The initial excitement or nervousness has settled, and you're starting to understand how this medication affects your body.

The first month often marks an important adjustment period where early changes are becoming more familiar, but new questions and experiences may be emerging.

Understanding what's typical during this time helps you navigate it with confidence and make choices that support both your immediate wellbeing and your long-term success.

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Starting GLP-1s? Learn what physical and emotional changes to expect, nutrition strategies that help, and when to seek additional support.

12/17/2025

You've tried the meal plans, counted the points, eliminated entire food groups, and tracked every calorie. Maybe you even saw weight loss results for a while. But then the weight came back, often bringing a few extra pounds with it, and you found yourself right back where you started, feeling more frustrated than ever.

If this sounds familiar, you're not alone, and more importantly, it's not your fault. The issue isn't your willpower or dedication. The problem is dieting itself.

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Tired of the diet cycle? Learn why restriction fails and discover a sustainable, evidence-based approach to lasting wellness without rigid rules.

12/16/2025

Crohn's disease requires different nutritional approaches depending on disease activity. What supports your body during a flare differs significantly from what maintains remission.

During active inflammation, the focus shifts to reducing GI irritation while maintaining adequate nutrition. As inflammation resolves, we systematically expand dietary variety and address any nutritional deficits that developed during the flare.

We develop individualized strategies that account for your specific disease patterns, nutritional status, and treatment regimen.

12/15/2025

The teenage years bring incredible growth, not just physically but emotionally and socially as well. For many teens, this period also ushers in new pressures around appearance, eating, and body image that can feel overwhelming.

The relationship your teen develops with their body and food during these formative years often sets the foundation for their lifelong wellness. With the right support, understanding, and approach, teens can develop a genuinely healthy relationship with both their bodies and food.

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Worried about your teen's relationship with food or body image? Learn the signs, influences, and practical ways to support lasting wellness.

12/12/2025

Walk down any grocery aisle or scroll through social media, and you'll encounter an endless parade of "superfoods" promising to transform your health, boost your energy, and solve your nutritional concerns. From acai berries to spirulina, these foods are often marketed as magical solutions that can single-handedly revolutionize your well-being.

While some of these foods do offer genuine nutritional benefits, the superfood marketing phenomenon has created unrealistic expectations and unnecessary anxiety around food choices. We want to help you separate the marketing hype from the nutritional reality, so you can make informed decisions that truly support your health.

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Tired of superfood hype and conflicting nutrition advice? Learn what science really says about these trendy foods and your health.

12/11/2025

Have you ever noticed that stress seems to go straight to your stomach, or that certain foods can affect how you feel emotionally?

You're experiencing the powerful gut-brain connection, a sophisticated communication network that links your digestive system directly to your mental and emotional well-being.

This connection is more than just a passing influence. Your gut produces many of the same neurotransmitters as your brain, and the health of your digestive system can significantly impact your mood, anxiety levels, and overall mental clarity. Understanding this relationship can be transformative in managing both digestive symptoms and emotional health.

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Struggling with mood issues and digestive problems? Discover how your gut-brain connection affects both and what you can do about it.