How to Support Clients Without Providing Medical Nutrition Therapy
Supporting clients through nutrition and lifestyle change is meaningful, impactful work. It is also work that comes with responsibility. As a nutrition professional or health coach, your role is not to diagnose, treat, or cure disease. Your role is to educate, guide, and support behavior change within a clearly defined scope of practice. When done well, this […]
The Role of a Holistic Nutrition Coach in Supporting Healthy Eating
Most people who decide to improve their eating habits are not looking for a complicated plan, a rigid set of rules, or a short burst of motivation. They are looking for something more meaningful. They want guidance that sees the full picture of their health and treats food as one part of a much larger […]
The Future of Food: Key Nutrition Shifts in 2026
As we move into 2026, the nutrition landscape is evolving in ways that feel both exciting and empowering. The future of food is grounded in a more balanced and thoughtful understanding of how what we eat influences how we feel, how we age, and how we show up for our daily lives. Many people are realizing that health is not […]
Best Continuing Education Courses for Nutrition Coaches in 2025
Continuing Education for the Modern Nutrition Coach The nutrition field is evolving faster than ever. In just the past few years, research has reshaped how we view carbohydrates, dietary fat, gut health, and even alcohol and wellness. Clients are asking more informed questions, trends come and go in the blink of an eye, and wellness […]
Best Hydrating Foods for Summer
Staying hydrated in the summer heat can be challenging, but it’s also important. After all, roughly 50% to 60% of your body weight is water, and losing too much of it can lead to fatigue, dizziness, and other dehydration symptoms. We often focus on what to drink to stay hydrated (with plain water being the […]
How to Transition to a Career as a Nutritionist from Another Field
A New Path: Making the Leap to a Nutritionist Career Switching careers can be both an exciting and daunting process, especially when transitioning into a field like nutrition. Whether you’re coming from a corporate desk job, education, healthcare, fitness, or another industry, the good news is that becoming a nutritionist is an attainable goal with […]
AFPA Graduate of the Month: Sarah Salain of Simply Sarah Healing, Holistic Nutritionist and Health and Wellness Coach
During the last 30 years, we’ve certified over 130,000 health, nutrition, and fitness professionals. We regularly feature distinguished graduates who are using what they have learned to inspire others and make a difference. Meet one of our featured graduates, Sarah Salain, an AFPA Certified Holistic Nutrition Coach. Tell us about yourself. Hi there! My name is Sarah. […]
6 Healthy Herbs and Spices and How to Use Them
Fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, and meats can taste wildly different depending on where in the world they’ve been prepared. If you’ve ever tried collard greens from both Brazil and the south of the United States, you know that they taste very different.
Want to Earn Your Sports Nutrition Certification Online? Here’s What to Know
Are you interested in working with athletes to optimize their performance using food and nutrition? If so, consider becoming a sports nutritionist. Getting a sports nutritionist certification will give you the education and credibility to start working with professional athletes, school athletes, and fitness enthusiasts to help them identify and reach their goals. What Does […]
Guide to Nootropics & Adaptogens: Differences & Similarities
In our quest for optimal health and peak performance, we often turn to nature for solutions. Among the myriad of options, two categories of natural substances in particular have gained traction in the wellness world: nootropics and adaptogens. While these terms may sound esoteric, they represent classes of substances that can enhance cognitive function and […]