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The holidays are an exciting time to celebrate family traditions and enjoy festive activities! However, it can also mark a time of increased anxiety and stress. The accessibility of holiday foods and treats can trigger feelings of anxiousness during a time when our normal eating habits swing out of balance, and it’s a season that can cause some people to binge eat when they’re seeking comfort or some form of escape.

We live in a world where diet culture is so prevalent and heavily influential…and during the holiday season, healthy food management can seem impossible! We are so honored to welcome Vanessa Rissetto MS, RD, CDN to the Bene Blog to share her philosophy as a registered dietitian on better relationships with food, how she is making nutrition accessible and sustainable with her company Culina Health, her best tips on eating clean during the holidays and so much more!

Adulthood is complex in many ways, and one thing that becomes more apparent as we navigate our 20s and 30s is that it can become difficult to maintain friendships with people who may be in different stages of life. Maybe you don’t see your college friend group as often as you did after you graduated, or your best friend is getting married and you’re still living the single life.

How often do you take a step back and ask yourself, “How am I really doing?” Mental health not only affects your physical health, but it also impacts how you perceive yourself and the world around you. In fact, mental health encompasses your emotional well-being as well as your ability to recognize and regulate your emotions.