Beyond the Scale: Weight-Inclusive Nutrition Support with Dr. Michelle May

Disclosure: Michelle May, MD, is the founder of Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Programs and Training and author of the Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat book series.In this episode of the Dietitians in Nutrition Support (DNS) Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Michelle May—physician, mindful eating expert, and founder of Am I Hungry?—to explore the transformative power of weight-inclusive care in clinical nutrition practice. Dr. May shares her personal journey from yo-yo dieting to developing a more compassionate, evidence-based approach to patient care. You’ll learn how to shift away from weight-centric models, address weight stigma in healthcare, and integrate mindful eating and Health at Every Size® (HAES®) principles into nutrition support and medical nutrition therapy (MNT). This episode was recorded on 6/23/25 and hosted by Christina Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC.🔗 Show Notes & Resources:📄 Peer-Reviewed Article:Mauldin, K., May, M., Clifford, D. (2022). The consequences of a weight‐centric approach to healthcare: A case for a paradigm shift in how clinicians address body weight. Published in Nutrition in Clinical Practice. Read here🧠 Bias Awareness Tool:Take the Weight Implicit Association TestGo to “Project Implicit Social Attitudes” → Click “Go” as guest → Select “Weight IAT”📚 Health at Every Size® Framework:Learn more at ASDAH – Association for Size Diversity and Health

What we eat matters—but emerging research suggests that when we eat is just as critical. Timing meals in sync with the body’s circadian rhythm may influence metabolism, sleep, and even long-term health outcomes.In the latest episode of the DNS Podcast, we’re exploring the intersection of circadian rhythm, chrononutrition, and home nutrition support with leading expert Dr. Hassan S. Dashti—Assistant Professor at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School.🎙️ Join us as we discuss:✅ How food timing influences metabolism and overall health✅ The role of circadian rhythm in parenteral and enteral nutrition support✅ Practical strategies for optimizing patient care✅ Cutting-edge research on sleep, nutrition, and health outcomesTune in for insights that could transform how we approach nutrition support! 🎧 This episide was recorded on 6/16/25 and hosted by Christina M. Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC.

What’s in a word? More than you might think.In this thought-provoking episode of the DNS Podcast, Terese Scollard, MBA, RDN, joins us to challenge a commonly used term in nutrition support—“bridle.” We explore how language influences perception, practice, and patient care.A must-listen for dietitians, clinicians, and anyone working in enteral nutrition. Access Scollard's letter to the editor at https://doi.org/10.1002/jpen.2430. This episode was hosted by Christina Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC and was recorded on 5/5/25.

Disclosure: Bridget Storm is the owner of Storm Nutrition Support Study. Thinking about becoming a Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC)? Don’t miss our latest episode: “Preparing for the CNSC Examination” featuring Bridget Storm, MA, RD, LDN, CNSC—nutrition support expert, educator, and owner of Storm Nutrition Study Support.In this Q&A-style conversation, Bridget shares practical tips for exam prep, study resources, common pitfalls, and time management strategies for busy professionals. Whether you're just starting to think about certification or deep into your study plan, this episode is packed with insights to help you succeed.  This episode was recorded on 5/7/25 and is hosted by Christina Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC.  Recorded: May 7, 2025

In our latest DNS podcast episode, we chat with Egondu Onuoha, MS, RD, CDN, IBCLC, RLC, CDCES, GPC, FAND, FILCA —healthcare executive and former Academy board member—about how AI is transforming nutrition assessments, predictive analytics, and personalized care plans.Join us as we explore how AI is enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of nutrition assessments, the most promising tools available to clinicians, and the potential of predictive analytics to identify patients at risk of malnutrition. We’ll also tackle challenges like implementation, ethical considerations, and maintaining evidence-based care in an AI-driven world. This episode is hosted by Christina Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC and was recorded on 4/14/25.

Disclosures: Dr Taylor has received funding for research from National Institutes of Health, US Department of Agriculture, National Institute on Disability, Independent Living,and Rehabilitation Research, National Cattleman’s Beef Association, American Dairy Association Mideast and Abbott Nutrition.What does the future of dietetics look like? We’re talking tech, trends, and transforming healthcare with Dr. Christopher Taylor, PhD, RDN, LD, FAND — dietitian, professor, researcher, and national leader in nutrition policy. From where nutrition and dietetics is going, how data translates into practice, and what it means to be a dietitian in a rapidly evolving world.  Dr. Taylor also shares his experience serving on the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, a dynamic group focused on evaluating and translating science that will shape the world of food and nutrition. This episode was recorded on 4/12/25 and is hosted by Christina M. Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC.

DNS DPG is thrilled to introduce you to our current chair, Nikki Kendrick, MDA, RDN, CNSC and incoming chair, Beth Peterson, MS, RD, CSO, LDN, CNSC. We have a unique opportunity to sit down and reflect on the current program year and look ahead at upcoming opportunities. This episode was recorded on 3/4/25 and was hosted by Christina Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC.

Disclosure: Rory Pace discloses she is employed by Patient Care America, serves as a consult with Ardelyx and Akebia, is a speaker with Vitaflow, and a stockholder with Amgen.Our latest podcast dives into the critical connection between nutrition support and nephrocardiology, exploring how beside clinicans can enhance outcomes for patients with cardiorenal conditions. Listen in as we chat with Rory Pace, MPH, RD, CSR, FAND, FNKF, as she breaks down evidence-based nutrition interventions, discuss real-world clinical applications, and share insights that can transform patient care. This episode was hosted by Christina Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, CNSC, FAND and was recorded on 3/10/25.📢 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and all major streaming platforms. Tune in, learn, and elevate your practice! #NutritionSupport #Nephrocardiology #ClinicalNutritionT

In the US, acute pancreatitis leads to about 275,000 hospitalizations per year, and about 15-20% of these cases are considered severe.  For patients who develop a severe case of pancreatitis, the mortality rate is a whopping 40%. Our guest today is registered dietitian and nutrition support specialist, Amy Berry, MS, LD, RD, CNSC , to discuss her experiences with this patient population. This episode is hosted by Christina Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC and was recorded on 2/6/25.

How often have you found yourself standing in an outpatient clinic or rounding in the ICU, having the same conversation that you swear you’ve had a thousand times?  Sometimes clinical dietetics can feel like Groundhog Day where you find yourself sharing the same evidence-based messages over and over again, but the information seems to fall on deaf ears.   Join us as we chat with Dr. Gina M. Masullo, PhD on how to reframe the conversation to yield better results. This episode was hosted by Christina Rollins MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC and recorded on 2/1/25.