Annie Dawson, MS, RD, LD

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Annie Dawson, MS, RD, LD

With today’s fast paced, dynamic world; and the ability to connect almost anywhere, the idea of virtual nutrition counseling was born.

For more information, visit: www.myvirtualdietitian.com

My Virtual Dietitian specializes in aging, and weight loss, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension and wellness. The goal is that wherever you are, you can still access counseling at your convenience to achieve health goals. Online and phone counseling may still be a new concept, but will continue to be personal and customizable. This is for individuals who need guidance but don’t have time to schedule an appointment, live too far away, or those who just prefer the added convenience of being online. I am a virtual dietitian specializing in health promotion, preventative medicine, and chronic disease such as obesity, hyperlipidemia, heart disease, and diabetes. My goal is to inspire people to learn that healthy eating is possible. My belief is that food should be enjoyable, and have built my teachings upon the motto that all foods can fit into a healthy lifestyle, and one should focus on inclusion rather exclusion

09/23/2025

This is devestating. Especially in a time that 2.4 million fewer Americans are forecast to receive food stamp benefits.

Our grocery prices have continued to rise, while food banks are having their budgets cut.

Nutrition is so important; but especially in our youngest, most vulnerable population- our children.

06/09/2023

It’s been too long since I’ve put love into food. Tonight felt good. Peaches, pistachios, beets, goat cheese, home grow arugula and dressing. 🌈

03/01/2023

Continuing Margo’s breakfast series. Cereal & milk can be a good option! Choosing whole grain, and one that’s higher fiber to avoid glucose spikes & crash. I add a side of nuts (walnuts in this pic) to balance the protein & fat.

02/09/2023

French toast. This breakfast is a great combination of macros and SO simple. Soak a piece of whole grain bread in 1 egg, and cinnamon. I like adding a “yogurt drink” (Keifer) to this meal for additional dairy.

02/08/2023

Elevated toast. Mixed nut butter (Costco and TJ both have great options) and jelly. To get Margo involved in this breakfast she sprinkles chia seeds. I choose a lower carb fruit (berries) since bread + jelly are higher glycemic index. However, doing a whole grain sprouted bread will help prevent the spikes that white bread causes. 🍞

02/07/2023

The next few posts I’ll be sharing Margos breakfast. I rotate for variety which increases her acceptance.

Oatmeal. I start with a prepared packet. Margo then adds a scoop (1T flax, h**p, and a sprinkle of cinnamon). Then a scoop of collagen and added oats. Fruit (today was diced apple.) Sometimes PB,
today was chopped walnuts. Milk for the liquid.

Nothings exact because Margo does the scooping, it takes around 2 minutes to make, then we hurry and get dressed while it cooks.

Nuts and seeds are great sources of protein and fat - and easy for little hands to to get involved.

12/23/2022

Merry 🌲 Christmas 🎄 Pancakes. Just added spinach to our normal cast iron cakes. Thanks for the idea .eat.in.color

10/20/2022

Easy peasy pancakes. 1 banana, 2 eggs, 1T flax, h**p, collagen, syrup, 1t cinnamon, 1/4 C oats. Blend all together. For renewed interest we added blueberries, last weekend we did sprinkles. These are simple to cook in a cast iron with coconut oil, and broil the top. I then place on a plate and Margo uses cookie cutter shapes to make it fun.

10/17/2022

Acorn squash with caramelized onions, spinach, and chicken sausage. My little chef had fun getting her hands slimy and scooping out the guts. 😍

09/16/2022

Recreating a breakfast I had; interesting combo of food that turned out delicious! Sweet potato, pear, egg, blue cheese, honey, and walnuts. (The restaurant added micro greens which I didn’t have, and they served sans egg but I wanted a touch more protein to my morning).

07/08/2022

This is the delivery I received today and literally broke down and cried. Frozen breast milk overnighted from a dear friend. I feed people for a living but have a hard time feeding my babies. During a time where Moms are not supported by our government. At a time when the AAP extended breastfeeding guidelines from one to two years. At a time where I cannot find formula, the shelves are still bare in my town. It can feel overwhelming.

Did you know that diabetes can cause delayed milk production. I had NO idea. With Margo it took 7 days. In the meantime she lost a significant amount of weight and was hospitalized for high bilirubin (likely due to not eating). Thank god for amazing friends who stepped in and fed her. Margo had a hard time breastfeeding, and our lactation appointments were soon cancelled because of the pandemic.

After opening up about our struggle I was surprised how many people have have difficulty, but its not discussed.

This time we are much more prepared. We have the professionals in place, necessary bottles, my father in law stocked us with formula.

So new Moms, or those currently struggling.. If you find beastfeeding difficult, you are not alone. Fed is best. Your mental health is best. ❤️ Man oh man am I ever so grateful to have women in my corner.

06/26/2022

Mommas. Check your prenatal vitamins, you may have be missing necessary vitamins. Majority of prenatal recommendations are made based off of studies on MEN and estimated for women. The more we study pregnancy needs the more we are finding recommendations are LACKING in vitamins and mineral in pregnancy and lactation.

Specifically:

1. Selenium
2. Choline
3. Vitamin D
4. Fish oil (DHA / EPA)

Not enough selenium? Eat 2 Brazil nuts daily, seafood / shellfish is another good source. It has many functions such as thyroid health, immune function, building our DNA 🧬.

Choline this the other “folic acid” and essential, especially early on. However it became an essential vitamin in 1998, and only recently advocated amongst organizations like AAP in recent years. Most major manufacturers have not caught on. 😫 Food: egg yolks, and organ meats. Important for the spinal cord, and neural tube defects.

Vitamin D: minimum 1000, and get outside daily!

Fish oil: crucial for brain health. Food: fatty fish .

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I am a virtual dietitian specializing in health promotion, preventative medicine, and chronic disease such as obesity, hyperlipidemia, heart disease, and diabetes. My goal is to inspire people to learn that healthy eating is possible. My belief is that food should be enjoyable, and have built my teachings upon the motto that all foods can fit into a healthy lifestyle, and one should focus on inclusion rather exclusion.