Anne Till Nutrition Group

Anne Till Nutrition Group Our experienced Dietitians/Nutritionists provide tailor-made programs & meal plans to meet each client's needs. Call us today to find out more.

Our approach is unique & has helped many of our clients achieve their health & weight management goals.

March is National Nutrition Month! 🥕🌿This month is all about making food choices that support your health, budget, and l...
03/02/2026

March is National Nutrition Month! 🥕🌿

This month is all about making food choices that support your health, budget, and lifestyle—without perfection. Small, realistic shifts add up, and your next grocery trip is a great place to start. 🛒

👉 Swipe for your next grocery run list and try one (or more!) of these simple, dietitian-approved ideas:

🥭 Try one “new-to-you” fruit or veggie this week
Adding variety supports nutrient intake and gut health. Step outside your routine and experiment with:
• Dragonfruit
• Bok choy
• Purple carrots

🍓 Use “ugly” produce + pantry staples
Nutrition doesn’t have to look perfect to be powerful. Misshapen produce works beautifully in smoothies, soups, and stir-fries—especially when paired with:
• Canned beans
• Frozen vegetables
• Whole grains
These staples are affordable, convenient, and packed with fiber and nutrients.

💧 Rethink your beverages
Swapping sugary drinks for water—or sparkling water with a squeeze of lime—can support hydration, energy levels, and overall health without feeling restrictive.

✨ National Nutrition Month isn’t about doing everything at once. It’s about building habits that feel doable, sustainable, and supportive of your real life. Start with one swap, one new food, or one small change this week.

📌 Need help personalizing your nutrition approach? Our registered dietitians are here to help—judgment-free and evidence-based.

A heart-healthy breakfast isn’t about cutting foods out — it’s about building balance in.Including fiber, protein, and h...
02/27/2026

A heart-healthy breakfast isn’t about cutting foods out — it’s about building balance in.

Including fiber, protein, and healthy fats can help support cholesterol levels, blood sugar balance, and long-lasting energy throughout the day.

💡 Start with foods you enjoy and build from there.

👩‍⚕️ Need help creating heart-smart meals that fit your lifestyle? Our registered dietitians are here to help.

Save this post for busy mornings ❤️

Making peace with food doesn’t mean lowering your standards — it means improving your relationship with eating so it act...
02/26/2026

Making peace with food doesn’t mean lowering your standards — it means improving your relationship with eating so it actually supports your goals. 💛

Food is nourishment. Food is enjoyment. Food is connection.

When guilt and rigid food rules take over, eating becomes stressful — and stress rarely leads to sustainable habits. Rebuilding trust with your body is where balance begins.

Here’s how to start 👇

1️⃣ Drop the “good vs. bad” labels
No food has moral value. Instead of “good” or “bad,” think about frequency and function. Some foods fuel you daily. Some are enjoyed occasionally. Both can fit.

2️⃣ Use structure + body awareness
Eating consistently (every 3–4 hours for many people) helps regulate blood sugar and prevent extremes. Pair that with internal cues:
Am I hungry?
What sounds satisfying?
Am I comfortably full?

3️⃣ Slow down and savor
When you eat your favorite foods mindfully, you often feel more satisfied with less.
Enjoying a treat in moderation is not failure — it’s balance.

Peace with food means flexibility, not perfection. Less guilt. More trust. More sustainability. 🌿

If you’re ready to build a healthier, more peaceful relationship with food, we’re here to help.

👉 Head to the link in our bio to schedule with Michaela today.

02/25/2026

When we talk about heart health, sodium usually gets all the attention—but potassium deserves a seat at the table, too. This essential mineral quietly supports your heart every single day. 👇

🧠 Why it matters
Potassium helps balance the effects of sodium in the body. That balance is critical for maintaining healthy fluid levels and reducing strain on the cardiovascular system.

🧂➡️🚰 Sodium balance
Potassium supports your kidneys in excreting excess sodium through urine. Translation? Better fluid balance and less pressure on your blood vessels.

💓 Blood pressure support
By counteracting sodium’s effects, potassium helps support healthy blood pressure levels—one of the most important factors for long-term heart health.

🫀 Heart health benefits
Adequate potassium intake is linked to improved vascular function and reduced workload on the heart. Small nutrients can make a big impact over time.

🥑 Potassium-rich foods to include more often
• Beans and lentils
• Potatoes and sweet potatoes
• Leafy greens (spinach, Swiss chard)
• Yogurt and milk
• Avocados and bananas

✅ Practical takeaway
Heart health isn’t just about cutting back on sodium—it’s also about adding in potassium-rich whole foods consistently. Balance beats extremes, every time.

🌈 Eat the rainbow. Your heart and gut truly benefit.Colorful fruits and vegetables do more than make your plate look goo...
02/24/2026

🌈 Eat the rainbow. Your heart and gut truly benefit.

Colorful fruits and vegetables do more than make your plate look good—they deliver a wide range of nutrients that support whole-body health from the inside out.

Why color matters 👇
Different colors = different protective compounds.
❤️ Reds, oranges, and yellows
🥬 Greens
🫐 Blues and purples
Each brings its own mix of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and plant compounds your body needs.

❤️ Heart health support
A colorful plate helps support cardiovascular health by providing:
✔️ Potassium to support healthy blood pressure
✔️ Antioxidants that protect blood vessels
✔️ Fiber to support cholesterol management
Consistency matters more than chasing any single “superfood.”

🔥 Inflammation support
Many fruits and vegetables contain polyphenols and antioxidants that help:
✔️ Reduce oxidative stress
✔️ Support a healthy inflammatory response
✔️ Protect cells long-term
More color = broader protection.

🌾 Fiber made easier
Colorful produce naturally boosts fiber intake, which:
✔️ Supports gut health
✔️ Helps with blood sugar balance
✔️ Promotes fullness and digestion
Fiber works best when it comes from many plant sources—not just one.

🥗 Simple ways to add more color
Try:
• Mixing vegetables at meals (not just one)
• Aiming for 2–3 colors per plate
• Rotating fruits and veggies week to week
Progress > perfection.

✨ Bottom line
A colorful plate supports:
❤️ Heart health
🌿 Inflammation balance
🌾 Fiber goals
Small, consistent choices really do add up.

👉 Want personalized guidance? Our registered dietitians can help you build realistic, heart- and gut-friendly meals that fit your life. Schedule with one of our providers through the link in our bio.

Health is built on repeatable habits.Consistent sleep supports:✔️ Appetite regulation (balanced ghrelin & leptin)✔️ Bloo...
02/23/2026

Health is built on repeatable habits.

Consistent sleep supports:
✔️ Appetite regulation (balanced ghrelin & leptin)
✔️ Blood sugar control
✔️ Energy for movement
✔️ Better food decisions
✔️ Muscle recovery & metabolic health

Going to bed 30 minutes earlier. Prepping breakfast the night before. Drinking water before coffee. Planning balanced meals for the week. These aren’t dramatic changes; they’re systems. And systems create sustainable results.

Health isn’t built in one perfect day. It’s built in ordinary days done consistently.

Small routines ➡️ regulated hormones ➡️ better decisions ➡️ long-term results.

Your future self benefits from what you repeat today. 💛

Heart disease isn’t just a cholesterol story — it’s also an inflammation story. 🫀Inflammation is your body’s natural def...
02/20/2026

Heart disease isn’t just a cholesterol story — it’s also an inflammation story. 🫀

Inflammation is your body’s natural defense system. In the short term, it helps you heal. But when inflammation becomes chronic and low-grade, it can quietly damage blood vessels over time.

Here’s how it connects to heart disease:

Ongoing inflammation can
• Damage artery walls
• Trigger plaque buildup
• Make plaques more unstable and likely to rupture

This process contributes to atherosclerosis — the underlying driver of many heart attacks and strokes.

What fuels chronic inflammation?
• Diets high in refined carbs and ultra-processed foods
• Excess saturated and trans fats
• Poor sleep and chronic stress
• Physical inactivity
• Smoking and unmanaged blood sugar

The good news? Inflammation is highly influenced by daily habits.

Evidence-based ways to reduce inflammation and protect your heart:
🥦 Prioritize fiber-rich foods (vegetables, fruits, beans, whole grains)
🫒 Choose heart-healthy fats (olive oil, nuts, seeds, fatty fish)
🚶 Move your body consistently
😴 Protect your sleep
🧠 Manage stress intentionally

Heart health is built through patterns — not quick fixes. Small, repeatable choices compound over time. ❤️

02/19/2026

You’ve heard plenty about calcium and vitamin D, but vitamin K2 often gets left out of the conversation. And it matters more than most people realize. 👀

🦴❤️ Why K2 matters:
Vitamin K2 helps direct calcium where it belongs—into bones—and helps keep it out of arteries. That balance is key for both bone strength and heart health.

🫀 Heart health connection:
Without enough K2, calcium is more likely to settle in blood vessels. K2 supports proteins involved in reducing arterial calcification—an important factor in cardiovascular health.

⚖️ K2 ≠ K1:
• Vitamin K1 → blood clotting
• Vitamin K2 → bone + cardiovascular health
Most diets provide K1, but K2 intake is often low.

🥚🧀 Food sources of K2:
K2 is found in fewer foods and smaller amounts, including:
• Fermented foods (like natto)
• Certain cheeses
• Egg yolks
• Some animal-based foods
Gut health, absorption, and overall diet quality all play a role.

🔍 Not one-size-fits-all:
Your K2 needs depend on your diet, health history, medications (especially blood thinners), and nutrient absorption. This is where personalized guidance matters.

✨ Curious if vitamin K2 fits into your nutrition plan?
A registered dietitian can help you assess your intake, identify gaps, and build a heart-supportive plan that’s safe and evidence-based.

👉 Schedule a nutrition consultation today by clicking the link in our bio!

Physical activity is one of the most powerful — and often underused — tools we have for preventing heart disease. ❤️🏃‍♀️...
02/18/2026

Physical activity is one of the most powerful — and often underused — tools we have for preventing heart disease. ❤️🏃‍♀️

Regular movement helps:
✔️ Lower blood pressure
✔️ Improve cholesterol levels
✔️ Support blood sugar control
✔️ Keep blood vessels flexible and strong

And here’s the good news: it doesn’t require perfection. It requires consistency. Small, repeatable choices add up over time.

Start where you are.
Walk after dinner.
Stretch between meetings.
Take the stairs.
Lift weights twice a week.

Your heart doesn’t need extremes — it benefits from every single step. 💪

Evidence-based heart health support starts with sustainable habits.

02/17/2026

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. — but it’s largely preventable. ❤️ Your daily food choices truly matter.

Here’s what makes the biggest impact:

🥦 Prioritize Fiber
Include vegetables, fruits, beans, lentils, and whole grains at most meals. Fiber helps lower LDL cholesterol and supports overall cardiovascular health.

🥑 Choose Heart-Healthy Fats
Focus on olive oil, avocado, nuts, seeds, and omega-3–rich fish. Replace saturated and trans fats when possible — quality matters more than elimination.

🧂 Be Mindful of Sodium
Most sodium comes from processed and restaurant foods — not the salt shaker. Emphasize fresh foods and use herbs, spices, citrus, and vinegar for flavor.

🍗 Lean + Plant Proteins
Beans, lentils, fish, poultry, tofu, and tempeh can help reduce saturated fat while supporting balanced meals.

🍽 Build Repeatable Plates
½ vegetables & fruit
¼ lean or plant protein
¼ whole grains
Include heart-healthy fats

Consistency > perfection. Sustainable patterns drive long-term heart health.

A Registered Dietitian can personalize sodium, fiber, and fat goals based on your labs, medications, and lifestyle — because heart health is never one-size-fits-all. ❤️

Winter can quietly drain your energy, mood, and immunity — but the right nutrients can make a powerful difference. ❄️Fro...
02/16/2026

Winter can quietly drain your energy, mood, and immunity — but the right nutrients can make a powerful difference. ❄️

From vitamin D and omega-3s to iron, zinc, fiber, and hydration, small, consistent nutrition choices can help support your immune system, boost energy, and keep you feeling your best all season long.

The goal isn’t perfection — it’s building a winter nutrition strategy that actually fits your lifestyle.

If you’re unsure which nutrients you need more of or how to meet your needs through food, a registered dietitian can help you create a personalized plan.

📩 Book a virtual or in-person nutrition consult to optimize your winter wellness. Click the link in our bio to get started today!

Meet Our TeamHeather Py is a nationally credentialed Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care and E...
02/13/2026

Meet Our Team

Heather Py is a nationally credentialed Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), with a clinical and counseling background focused on cardio-metabolic health, preventive wellness, and sustainable behavior change. Her work is grounded in the belief that food is a powerful tool for healing, prevention, and improved well-being—whether you’re managing a chronic condition, pursuing prevention, or simply aiming to feel your best.

Before entering private practice, Heather worked at one of the top-ranked cardiology centers in the U.S., where she helped patients translate complex nutrition science into clear, actionable strategies. She excels in guiding clients through behavior change using an empathetic, collaborative approach—combining evidence-based education with strategies tailored to real-life needs and preferences.

Heather’s work is rooted in person-centered care and behavior-change science. She meets each client where they are, supporting not just what to change, but how to make change sustainable over time.

Heather specializes in:
✨Cardiovascular Disease
✨Diabetes Management
✨Chronic Kidney Disease
✨Familial Hypercholesterolemia
✨General Healthy Eating

Heather is located in our Cary, NC office and is taking new patients! 🎉 Heather is able to see patients both in office and virtually through Telehealth. Call us at 919-990-1130 to schedule an appointment or inquire through our website using the Linktree in our bio!

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