Huntsville Nutrition Collective

12/10/2025

Looking for a gift guide that sparks joy and not food guilt? We’ve got you covered!❤️ Check out our favorite anti-diet gifts for the holiday season:

1. Tees from
2. The Intuitive Eating Card Deck by and Elyse Resch
3. Sweatshirts from Whole Life Nutrition

12/02/2025

We are excited to welcome Krystal and Jordan to the Huntsville Nutrition Collective team!

Krystal Jennings brings nearly a decade of public health experience. She believes that all foods fit and is passionate about helping people build a healthy, balanced relationship with eating—free from guilt or restriction. Krystal is thrilled to work with our pediatric and adult clients in person and virtually, and she is licensed in AL. In her free time, she loves to read, cook and bake, and—of course—listen to Taylor Swift.

Jordan Pfeffle comes to us with extensive eating disorder experience, having worked in both outpatient and higher levels of care. Jordan is dedicated to helping clients heal their relationships with food and their bodies while honoring individual needs and preferences. Jordan believes in the power of compassionate support and creating a safe space for exploration and growth. Jordan will be seeing eating disorder clients virtually and is licensed in AL, TN, TX, NY, and OR! Jordan loves to spend her time-off traveling, trying new restaurants and local breweries, and enjoying joyful movement with True40.

Both Krystal and Jordan are available for appointments starting in January. Call or email us to get scheduled ASAP!

11/14/2025

More than 38 million Americans are living with diabetes.
Today, on World Diabetes Day, we honor the daily effort it takes to manage health, make mindful food choices, and practice self-compassion along the way.
Progress happens one choice at a time — and we’re here to support that journey. 💙

10/29/2025

If you or someone you know is feeling the impact of furloughs or financial stress, you’re not alone.
We’ve put together a list of local food resources in Huntsville — because everyone deserves access to nourishing meals and community support. 💛

If you’re in a position to give, please consider donating to the Food Bank of North Alabama ().
Rather than paying retail prices, food banks partner with manufacturers, retailers, and farmers — meaning every dollar stretches further, putting more meals on the tables of families than store-bought donations can.

Donated funds also help cover the cost of picking up food from donors and bringing it to their warehouses. With supply chain disruptions and transportation costs rising, cash donations make a big difference right now.

Visit Findhelp.org to find a list of resources near you!

10/28/2025

We're still working towards health — not perfection, not a number, but progress.

To support behavior change, we focus on accountability, help troubleshoot challenges, and integrate small, realistic habits that move you forward.

Progress happens one choice at a time — it's not always linear, and that's ok.

10/14/2025

2025 was a great time! Thank you so much to for being the absolute best moderator (plus mentor and cheerleader) for our presentation on pelvic floor dysfunction, nutrition and eating disorders. Lisa from and I had an amazing time sharing this topic we are both passionate about.

So much great knowledge was shared, and I (Chelsea) can’t wait to share with our team, as well as clients, all the new tools!

Side note: shout out to the for the puppy holding fundraiser for the foundation! 12/10 would recommend puppy holding for fundraising. 🍠🐶

10/11/2025

Our owner, Chelsea, is presenting tomorrow with Lisa English, DPT, WCS, from at in Nashville tomorrow. They’re excited to teach dietitians about the connection between eating disorders and pelvic floor dysfunction, what RDs can look for and when to make a referral to pelvic floor PT!

10/10/2025

💚 Today on World Mental Health Day, let this be your reminder: taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body. Small steps, gentle compassion, and seeking support when you need it all matter. You are worthy of care. 🌸

10/03/2025

Reducing binges is not about “having more self-control.”
Binge eating is often the body’s response to restriction, unmet needs, stress, or emotional overwhelm. When we only focus on “willpower,” we miss the bigger picture. 💛

Healing binge eating means:
🥑 Nourishing your body consistently
🌱 Challenging diet rules and food guilt
💬 Understanding emotional triggers
💛 Practicing self-compassion, not punishment

It’s not about control — it’s about care. You deserve a peaceful, balanced relationship with food. 🌸

09/24/2025

🍎 Itchy Mouth After Fruit? It Might Be Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS)! 🌸

Ever bite into a fresh apple or peach and suddenly get an itchy mouth, tingly lips, or a scratchy throat? You’re not alone — this could be Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS).

OAS happens when your immune system confuses proteins in certain raw fruits, veggies, or nuts with similar proteins found in pollen (like birch, ragweed, or grass). That mix-up can cause mild allergic reactions — especially during allergy season!

💡 Common triggers:
• Apples, peaches, cherries 🍒
• Carrots, celery, tomatoes 🥕🍅
• Almonds, hazelnuts 🌰

💡 Good news: Cooking or peeling the food usually breaks down the proteins, so symptoms often go away.

If you’ve noticed these symptoms, it’s worth checking in with an allergist — especially if you’re also dealing with seasonal allergies!

09/10/2025

Are you seeing CGMs promoted as a wellness tool—even if you don’t have diabetes? 🤔

Here’s why that trend deserves a closer look:

➡️ CGMs were created for people with diabetes—not for general health or weight loss.
➡️ They produce constant data… but more data doesn’t mean more clarity.
➡️ Small changes in blood sugar after eating are normal! But without medical training, you might misinterpret them—and that can lead to food fear, restriction, and disordered eating.
➡️ They’re expensive, and the cost is rarely covered if you don’t have a medical need.

Instead of obsessing over numbers, try this:
💡 Focus on how food makes you feel
💡 Tune into hunger, fullness, and satisfaction
💡 Work with a dietitian who can help you build trust in your body—not fear of food.

Let’s stop chasing perfect numbers and start pursuing real well-being. 💛

09/04/2025

Great free community resource!

🥗 Let’s talk food + fuel!

Join us for a nutrition Q&A night with our on-site dietitian, Kyla Sullivan, RDN, LD. Bring your questions, leave with answers! This free event is open to patients and caregivers.🎗️

📍 Russel Hill Campus - 3601 CCI Drive, Huntsville
📅 Thursday, September 18th
🕐 5:30 PM
🍽️ Dinner will be provided!

If you plan to attend, please RSVP to cayac@ccihsv.com.