by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Oct 27, 2023 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+
My doctor told me that I’m iron deficient and suggested starting a supplement. Are there any changes I can make to my diet to help, or are supplements the only way? —Sarah Thanks for this great question, Sarah. Iron deficiency is not uncommon among dancers. It’s often...
by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Feb 10, 2023 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+
I’ve been eating dessert basically every day to hopefully reduce my cravings for it, but I haven’t had much luck. I feel like I’m constantly craving sugar, and it feels like I have no willpower. Help! —Carly Thank you for this great question, Carly. Sugar...
by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Nov 21, 2022 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+
One topic that has been confusing me a lot recently has been whether I should be drinking low-fat or full-fat milk or not drinking it at all. Most people say that you should drink low-fat milk to avoid the unhealthy fat, others say that drinking the full-fat milk...
by Madeline Schrock For Dance Magazine | Apr 21, 2020 | Health, Health & Body, Nutrition
As we spend more time at home and less in the studio, many aspects of our routine simply aren’t up to us. In the midst of COVID-19–related shutdowns, some dancers may be struggling with their relationship to food, whether they’re feeling guilty about...
by Chelsey Hamilton | May 2, 2018 | Health & Body, Nutrition
With endless hours of rehearsals and classes, your ballet career can leave you feeling exhausted. But what if your eating habits are only making it worse? According to Rachel Fine, registered dietitian and owner of To The Pointe Nutrition, there are three major...