Divergent Dietitian

02/25/2026

Post gym workout meal*

Not pictured: pre fuel {honey whole milk latte and a banana}

*Portion sizes vary based on individual needs. Make an appointment with a dietitian for assistance identifying individual needs.

02/24/2026

Bethany and Sara were invited to put on workshops at The Athlete. Mental Health Summit yesterday and Michelle was invited to speak 1:1 in a mentor style session with athletes, parents, coaches, athletic directors, school counselors and teachers. The Mental Health Summit aims to explore what it means to take care of the whole athlete, highlighting Person before Performance.

We were honored to have this opportunity to connect with local athletes and those who support them and look forward to continued partnership!

02/20/2026

A muffin can be:

A reliable source of carbohydrates for steady energy
A gentle, approachable breakfast or snack option
A way to add fiber, fats, and even protein depending on ingredients
A food that brings comfort, memories, and joy

When we allow foods like muffins to exist without guilt or labels, we make space for flexibility, adequacy, and trust in our bodies. Nutrition isn’t about perfection, it’s about nourishment and satisfaction.

Today, let a muffin be just a muffin. And let that be enough.

02/18/2026

What if the key to better health isn’t eating less… but eating more variety?

I recently read Eating to Extinction. The book is a compilation of research in which we’re reminded that 75% of the world’s food comes from just 12 plant species. We’ve lost thousands of edible foods—and with them, nutrients that support our gut, immunity, and long-term health.

At Divergent Dietitian we help you bring biodiversity back to your plate. More colors. More grains. More beans. More life in your microbiome.

And the average appointment? Just $25 out of pocket (for insurance users) 😳🤯

Small investment. Big impact—for your health and the planet.

Divergent Dietitian. Expand your plate for a full and free life. 

❤️ Bethany

02/18/2026

Find us at the Hancock County Home & Craft Show 🎨 as we introduce crafters to the art of good nutrition!

02/17/2026

We are excited to be presenting this year at The Athlete. Mental Health Summit!

02/16/2026

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, I’m not asking my body to be different.
I’m asking it to be mine.

Mine to nourish.
Mine to rest.
Mine to listen to.
Mine to care for, even on the hard days.

You don’t have to love your body to stop fighting it.
You don’t have to feel confident to deserve compassion.

Maybe “Be Mine” isn’t about romance.
Maybe it’s about coming home to yourself.

02/13/2026

Did you know some of the RDs at Divergent Dietitian are also the Dietitians fueling the Toledo Rockets? Lindsay just joined the team! If you are an athlete at UT, schedule with Michelle, Lindsay or Adam today!

02/11/2026

📣 Calling all stakeholders, providers, and individuals with lived experience!

Join the Northwest Ohio Eating Disorder Coalition meeting on April 13th at 12:00 noon. The meeting will be held virtually. RSVP to divergentdietitian@gmail.com to receive the agenda and link to the meeting.

02/09/2026

When we give ourselves consistent, unconditional permission to eat a food, our interest and intensity naturally decrease over time; this is habituation. The food becomes less exciting, cravings soften, and eating feels more neutral and satisfying. In contrast, restraint (dieting, rules, or “forbidden” foods) keeps foods psychologically scarce. That scarcity heightens focus, urgency, and desire, often leading to stronger cravings and overeating. It's no wonder that a growing body of research shows that the more someone diets, the more likely he or she is to engage in binge eating (Holmes et al. 2014).
Permission leads to calm and balance, while restriction fuels preoccupation and loss of control.

02/06/2026

Carbs: the fuel you need, not the villain diet culture warned about.