We ❤️ Science
It is tough to be a human right now and I say this as a person who holds many privileges. I knew that our world would get rocky (read: bad), and it certainly did and then some.
My team and I agree that right now it is difficult to be a health professional grounded in evidence-based facts, research, and science. Earlier this year, RFK Jr.'s nominating vote as the Health Secretary was confirmed and well, f&*k.
Science is at risk.
We have loud voices, from trad-wife, so-called "health" influencers to politicians (I see you, RFK Jr, and I wish I didn't have to because you making me so f'in mad), sowing seeds of fear and doubt among us and removing crucial information from government websites, limiting access to care, and spreading misinformation.
At Happy Valley Nutrition, we believe in evidence-based science and client-centered care.
We promise you that we will continue working hard to cut through the noise (and the chaos) to support you.
We recognize that some of what you may be hearing (Food dyes! Ultra-processed foods! Seed oils!) can feel scary and confusing.
We also know, based on what we see in our practice, that Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating behaviors are on the rise and the hysteria about the above is not helping.
At all.
We welcome you to reach out to us to ask us any questions about topics or trends you hear about and we will do our very best to answer you-- with science. We will also cover what you are seeing in newsletters to come.
For our friends of the LGBTQIA+ community, and all communities under the microscope- we love you, we support you, and will always welcome you with open arms, care, and safety.
To be totally transparent, I was nervous to put this out because it’s "political." But food, our food systems, and bodies have always been at the mercy of politics. And we believe that every BODY is worthy, has a voice, and should be listened to.
Check out my new podcast “Unfiltered Wellness.”
With love,
Amanda
PS. To cut through the BS, my rockstar RD friend Mackenzie Woolwich and I started a podcast "Unfiltered Wellness" - listen to the first season now! LMK what you think!
