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Practical nutrition for risk reduction of diet related chronic illness. Personalized nutrition & medical nutrition therapy.
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Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN, CLC is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in practical nutrition solutions for disease prevention. By making simple food choices you can greatly reduce your risk of developing a chronic disease. Maya is a nutrition expert on The Dr. Oz Show and Good Morning America.

07/03/2025

Have you worked with a Nutritionist or Registered Dietitian before?

1) Did they say things that triggered you?
2) Did they share information that was useful?

Both of these can be true. We live in a culture where the act of eating itself comes with judgment (our own and others).

I’m interested in hearing your experiences below or in my DMs.

Note: Robin is one of the Registered Dietitians on the Maya Feller Nutrition team. You can read more about her on my website[www.mayafellernutrition.com]. 😉

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07/02/2025

🗣️one more time for the folks in the back. You don’t need to earn your meals or fear your cravings.

You have the right to eat the foods you crave . Working with a registered dietitian can transform your relationship with food. We work from a patient centered approach and honor your lived experience. Together we create a roadmap that allows you to honor your body’s signals while enjoying your favorite foods.

If you’re ready to redefine your relationship with food and embrace a lifestyle that celebrates nourishment, we’re here to help!

You can also get a jumpstart with the self-paced masterclass that I created, The Anti-Diet Method: How To Repair Your Relationship with Food. Link in bio.

07/01/2025

What’s your mindful habit? And what’s your mindless habit?

Taking care of our bodies is not just a routine; it’s a mindful habit that reflects our values and priorities. For those of us who have the privilege to choose when to shower or what to wear, these decisions often come naturally. We consider the products we use on our hair and skin, often gravitating towards those that “feel good” resonate with our personal style or ethical beliefs. Why not extend that same level of mindfulness to our nutrition as well?

When we build our plates or make food choices, we can also be intentional about what we are putting into our bodies ( I DO NOT mean eat less!).

Tip: when possible and if you have the emotional bandwidth, take a moment before your next meal to reflect on the colors, smells, and textures of the food in front of you. This practice can help enhance your appreciation for what you’re nourishing your body with.

As for me, I want to be more mindful about carving out time for rest and recovery. I can’t take care of others if I’m pouring from an empty cup.

Note: Morgan is one of the Registered Dietitians on the Maya Feller Nutrition team. You can read more about her on my website [www.mayafellernutrition.com]. 😉

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06/20/2025

❌ The truth: Your body doesn’t stop working at night. And we all have different 24-hour sleep/wake cycles. If someone works on a 24-hour schedule, setting arbitrary times to stop eating is not applicable.

Building a balanced plate that contains all the macronutrients —protein, fats, and carbohydrates—consumed at times that meet your individual body’s needs will be far more productive than setting rigid fasting times.

Let’s talk about it in the comments⤵👇🏾. DM me if you’re looking for support.

06/19/2025

The truth: Cultural foods are often nutrient-rich and grounded in centuries of wisdom. Health isn’t limited to Anglo American and Anglo European food norms—heritage dishes from the African diaspora can absolutely support well-being and food freedom.

This Juneteenth, we celebrate not just freedom, but the resilience, creativity, and nourishment that African American communities have cultivated and passed down through generations. From collard greens rich in calcium and fiber, to black-eyed peas packed with plant-based protein, to sweet potatoes full of beta-carotene—these foods tell a story of survival, adaptation, and deep-rooted cultural pride.

Cornbread, okra, rice dishes, stewed greens, and grilled or braised meats have become cornerstones of American cuisine, shaped by the hands of enslaved Africans who made a way out of what they had. These dishes are more than sustenance—they’re legacy, identity, and celebration on a plate.

This Juneteenth, honor the richness of African American foodways. Try a heritage recipe, learn its history, and experience how cultural foods nourish body, soul, and community.

Name some of your favorites in the comments! Happy Juneteenth! ❤️🖤💚

06/05/2025

Common fears around cultural foods and how to reframe them 👇🏾

“I was told to stop eating my family’s food — so I stopped eating altogether.”

I’ve heard this too many times. As provders at Maya Feller Nutrition, we understnd the complexities of the foodscape and the serious confusion that arises from competing and conflcting nutrition information. Eat seed oils, don’t use them, switch to beef tallow.. what is a person to do?

Diet culture often dismisses culturally relevant dishes from cusisnes that are not ango-American or Ango-European as “unhealthy” without context or care.

Let’s reframe: Meals from around the globe are often rooted in nutrient-dense, fiber-rich, and full of tradition. We know the research is slow to catch up. So I’m here to remind you that they can be part of any supportive eating pattern.

🧡 Healing starts with honoring our stories, not erasing them.

06/04/2025

Yes, there’s a lot of hype around saunas and ice baths are trending for “wellness,” “longevity,” and “recovery.”

But let’s pause. As with many wellness trends, these aren’t new ideas. They’re ancestral traditions — deeply rooted in the cultures that created them.

🇫🇮 In Finland
Saunas are more than just sweat.
They’re sacred spaces for cleansing, healing, and connection — often followed by a cold plunge in a lake or snow.

For Finns, this practice is about balance and resilience, passed down through generations. It’s not luxury. It’s everyday life.
→ Research now supports what this tradition has known for centuries: benefits for heart health, circulation, and mental clarity.

🇲🇽 In Mexico
The temazcal — an Indigenous sweat lodge used by Aztec, Maya, and other cultures — offers spiritual and physical renewal.

Steam infused with herbs, volcanic rock, and ritual are used to heal, purify, and reconnect with ancestry.
→ Cold water, river plunges, and herbal compresses are also part of curanderismo — traditional healing rooted in harmony with nature.

✨ Whether it’s sauna or temazcal, ice or river…
These practices reflect a deeper truth:
Healing didn’t start in wellness trends. It started in culture.

What healing traditions do you come from? Let’s honor them, not just replicate them. Drop a 🌿 to keep the convo grounded.

05/29/2025

You’ve probably seen more people even without diabetes wearing CGMs (continuous glucose monitors). So what’s the deal?

Here’s why someone might choose to try one:

🔎 Insight, not obsession
A CGM gives real-time feedback about how different foods, stress, movement, and sleep affect your unique blood sugar patterns — not the averages. It could also be a good tool for someone with prediabetes and someone experiencing perimenopausal symptoms.

🍽️ Personalized learning
It’s not about labeling foods as “bad” or “off-limits.” It’s about learning which food combinations help you feel steady, focused, and nourished throughout the day.

💡 Clarity over confusion
If you feel fatigued after meals or experience energy crashes, a CGM can help identify patterns that nutrition alone might not explain.

🚫 What it’s not
It’s not a moral report card. It’s not for micromanaging every bite.
Gentle nutrition means using tools like CGMs as guides — not judges.

🧡 Most importantly: A CGM is a personal choice, not a requirement. If you’re curious, talk to a healthcare provider who understands your goals and values your whole health picture.

Would you ever try a CGM? What would you want to learn from it? Reach out to us at Maya Feller Nutrition, we are here to work with you.

05/27/2025

You may have heard that carbs are the enemy when it comes to blood sugar… but the truth is, it’s more about context than restriction.

Fiber-rich carbs (like beans, fruits, and whole grains) paired with protein and fats can actually support more stable blood sugars. Think of the proteins and heart healthy fats as a base that helps your body manage the naturally occuring sugars found in all carbs.

✨ Gentle and inclusive nutrition means making space for all culturally relevant foods — without shame.

🍽 What’s your favorite way to enjoy carbs that make you feel good?

02/04/2025

From Root to Rise: Caribbean Culinary Evolution 🌿✨

Join us for the first-ever Caribbean culinary-focused lecture series and demo at ! Mark your calendars—you won’t want to miss this!

We will be teaming up with as we take a flavorful journey to the Caribbean, exploring our rich culinary heritage and its influence on modern cuisine. and Chef Omar Walters will demonstrate some of the techniques and cultural significance behind the inspiration of Middle Eastern, French Creole, Spanish and West African influences in Caribbean cuisine.

I’m beyond excited to moderate a panel discussion on Indigenous and African cooking methods that have shaped Caribbean cuisine.

Stay tuned in stories for exclusive behind-the-scenes moments and event updates! 🍽️🔥

02/03/2025

Fad or Fact? 🥗

Craving credible, evidence-based nutrition info? 👩🏾‍⚕

I’m thrilled to announce this exciting news!! Every month, I’ll be myth-busting, fact-checking the latest nutrition trends, and serving up simple, actionable tips you can actually use.

Head over to site and search “Fact or Fad with Maya Feller MS, RD” for your monthly dose of nutrition clarity! 💡

02/01/2025

Are seed oils really that bad for you?

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Stay tuned for a deeper dive.

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