Dietitian Shana

04/11/2026

If you’re dealing with constant bloating, constipation, or stomach discomfort… it might not be about “cutting more foods out”.

A lot of the time, GI issues can actually improve with:
✔️ eating regularly
✔️ eating enough
✔️ adding more variety (especially plant foods)

I know that can feel backwards when you’ve been told to eliminate foods to “fix” the problem.

If this feels overwhelming, start small. Pick just ONE thing and build from there.

And you don’t have to figure this out alone 🤍
Working with a dietitian can help you get to the root of your symptoms “without unnecessary restriction”.

👉 Head to the link in my bio to learn more + book an appointment.
💻 Dietitian visits are often covered by commercial insurance.

You deserve to feel good in your body—and confident with food again.

04/02/2026

🍎 Even if you’re not an elite athlete, nutrition can make a difference in how much you enjoy the workout!
💃🏼 If you have more energy, you feel better and have a better workout!
👏 Many insurances cover 100% of dietitian visits - message Shana for more info!
🎥 Shana also teaches group fitness at the YMCA - check out the new video on Cul-De-Sac Cardio Dance YouTube.

03/29/2026

Need a plan for ? This is a great opportunity to let kids learn self-regulation. Don’t you wish you could learn self-regulation with your favorite foods?! Here’s a suggested plan:
🍬 Let them eat as much as they want on the first day.
🍬 Do the same the next day.
🍬 Then have them put it away and designate it to meal- and snack-time.

🍬 A couple pieces with meals and as much as they want for snack time. Offer a protein and produce option to go along with the candy.

A few days of eating a lot of candy won’t affect your child’s nutritional health but will help them learn lifelong self-regulation skills!

Are you needing help feeling confident around ? Are you nervous about allowing sugar? Message me or comment below to learn about my insurance-based nutrition counseling services!



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03/13/2026

Check out this quick interview with Maddi explaining about Flexible Nutrition LLC!

Visit the post for more.

03/04/2026

Working with a dietitian on scarcity and abundance mindset can be a powerful step in healing disordered eating. I can help you identify restrictive patterns, challenge food rules, and rebuild trust with your body in a supportive, non-judgmental way. Through personalized guidance, practical tools, and ongoing accountability, you can learn to reduce guilt around food, decrease binge-restrict cycles, and develop a more balanced, peaceful relationship with eating. Instead of focusing on control, the work centers on nourishment, body trust, and long-term well-being.

🍎 Did you know your insurance might have 100% coverage for nutrition counseling?
🥗 Virtual and in-office appts
🥨 Flexible Nutrition LLC is in network with BCBS, Medicare, UHC/UMR, Aetna, Tricare, Medicaid (self pay/HSA/FSA cards also accepted)
🍫 Link in my bio to book
🥑 Call or text 316-247-2564

02/26/2026

When an eating disorder is detected early and the person is connected to treatment, the chances for recovery improve. Knowing the warning signs can help you recognize when someone, including yourself, may need support.

02/25/2026

02/23/2026

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAW) is a national campaign to raise awareness about eating disorders, challenge stigma, and provide hope and support to all those impacted.
In 2026, NEDAW takes place February 23–March 1, with the theme Every BODY Belongs. Eating disorders affect 30 million Americans across all ages, sizes, races, genders, and backgrounds. Too often, people go unseen or unsupported due to stigma, misinformation, and barriers to care. This , we come together to fight for change, commit to change, and remind everyone that every body belongs.

02/21/2026

If you’re on a GLP-1 — or considering one — this is important. I break down what actually matters for protecting your muscle, energy, and long-term health. Read the full post to make sure you’re approaching your GLP-1 journey in a sustainable, balanced way.

GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide have quickly become some of the most commonly prescribed medications in metabolic health. Here are the two biggest pitfalls we see as Dietitians for those on GLP-1's.

02/07/2026

GLP-1s slow gastric emptying + reduce appetite, so the goal is nourishment, not restriction.
1. Protein is non-negotiable
2. Small, frequent meals > large meals
3. Fiber—important, but strategic
4. Hydration matters
5. Strength training is the priority
6. Cardio for health, not punishment
If you’re on a GLP-1 and want personalized support, contact Flexible Nutrition to set up an appointment and get guidance tailored to your journey. Link in bio!

01/31/2026

Disordered eating is far more common than people think. Many behaviors we’ve been taught are “healthy” — frequent dieting, strict food rules, guilt after eating, compensating with exercise, or feeling out of control around food — are actually signs of a strained relationship with food.

When nutrition advice promotes restriction, especially in group settings, it can do real harm. One-size-fits-all plans ignore individual health needs, increase shame, and can reinforce disordered eating patterns.

Health is not about control or punishment.
Supportive, individualized, non-diet nutrition care matters.

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01/02/2026

I am a non-diet dietitian because research shows that diets don’t work. They may work for a few years but the weight almost always comes back and sometimes even more weight. Have you ever thought about why weight loss resolutions fail so often? When we focus on weight loss, the resolution rarely sticks. 

This is why I focus on healthy behaviors with clients. I encourage them NOT to weigh themselves. I help clients minimize all-or-nothing thinking about health behaviors. I help clients heal their relationship with food so it doesn’t control them anymore. I teach intuitive eating.

If you want help with this new way of looking at health, schedule an appointment using the self-scheduler on our website or DM me. In-network with most insurance plans.