About Me

Hi there! My name is Amy, and I’m a dietitian based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Nice to meet you! Here’s a little more about me…

Why The Balanced Dietitian?

Many moons ago, I named my Instagram “The Balanced Dietitian” because I believe a healthy lifestyle comes from a balance of many habits and behaviors. A well-balanced lifestyle was and is always my goal, but not always the reality. In fact, sometimes I think I should have called myself the “trying to achieve balance dietitian.” For years I struggled with my weight, overeating, and accepting myself. But what I’ve learned over the years is that perfection does not exist, and balance looks different each day to different people. And as long as we’re doing our best and doing the things that make us feel good, that’s something to be proud of!

My Philosophy

Born and raised in New Orleans, I understand and embrace the influence food has on our culture and our lives. It embodies tradition, joy, and much more meaning than numbers on a nutrition label. That being said, I believe we eat foods that nourish the body and soul. I believe in eating real, whole, nutrient-dense foods the majority of the time so that there’s room for food for the soul every now and then – croissants, fried oysters, and espresso martinis included!

I’ve learned, like many of you, that extreme restrictions and diets don’t work. Food is not the enemy or a coping mechanism. It’s information and fuel for our bodies. I figured out I felt my best eating meals with lots of plant-based ingredients and a good source of protein. I also incorporated other healthy habits, like exercise, journaling, meditation, meal prepping, and more. Over time, I was able to heal my relationship with food and vastly improve the one with myself.

This was my journey, and we all have one. It takes time, energy, and effort, and doesn’t happen overnight. But my ultimate goal as a dietitian is to use my educational and personal experiences to help other women find their own happy, healthy, balanced lifestyles. 

I share, easy, delicious, high-protein, plant-forward recipes and digestible wellness information that helps you actually enjoy your food and take the guesswork out of living well. You’ll find plenty of that on this site!

I hope you enjoyed learning a little more about me. Thanks for visiting The Balanced Dietitian!