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Van Dusen Nutrition Van Dusen Nutrition® is an inclusive center for nutrition and movement that sees children, adolescents and adults.

Looking for nutrition support that fits both your schedule and your insurance?Van Dusen Nutrition Dietitians are current...
05/13/2026

Looking for nutrition support that fits both your schedule and your insurance?

Van Dusen Nutrition Dietitians are currently accepting the following insurance plans:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan

We also provide services in the following states:
📍AZ | CO | CA | GA | IL | MA | MD | MI | NC | NV | NJ | NY | RI | VA

Whether you're looking for support with nutrition, healing your relationship with food, sports performance, or overall wellness - we’re here to help.

Ready to get started? Reach out today.

"What I Eat in a Day” posts seem harmless…but they can actually do more harm than good.They often send the message, "if ...
05/11/2026

"What I Eat in a Day” posts seem harmless…but they can actually do more harm than good.

They often send the message, "if you eat like me, you’ll look/feel like me" - completely ignoring that nutrition is not one-size-fits-all.

They can subtly promote disordered habits too - whether it’s glorifying calorie counting, cutting out entire food groups, or sharing 'tips' that aren’t backed by science.

And let’s be honest - they’re a highlight reel; a single day doesn’t show someone’s full routine, health history, or what consistency actually looks like over time.

On top of that, many of these videos reinforce the thin ideal, with body checking and comparisons that leave viewers feeling like they need to change their bodies to measure up.

Your plate doesn't need to match someone else’s plate. Your body has its own needs and wants.

Dana Rosenfeld, MS, RD, LDN recently joined the VDN team earlier this month. She was drawn to the field of nutrition aft...
05/08/2026

Dana Rosenfeld, MS, RD, LDN recently joined the VDN team earlier this month. She was drawn to the field of nutrition after witnessing a close friend's battle with an eating disorder - an experience that continues to shape her compassionate, client-centered approach.

She aims to create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their relationship with food and move towards peace with their bodies.

Dana practices from a non-diet, all foods fit, and Health at Every Size® approach, incorporating intuitive eating and evidence-based practices to support both physical and emotional well-being.

She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, weight and body concerns, and disease prevention/management.

If you are interested in working with Dana, reach out today! Dana Rosenfeld, MS, RD, LDN recently joined the VDN team earlier this month. She was drawn to the field of nutrition after witnessing a close friend's battle with an eating disorder - an experience that continues to shape her compassionate, client-centered approach.

She aims to create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their relationship with food and move towards peace with their bodies.

Dana practices from a non-diet, all foods fit, and Health at Every Size® approach, incorporating intuitive eating and evidence-based practices to support both physical and emotional well-being.

She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, weight and body concerns, and disease prevention/management.

If you are interested in working with Dana, reach out today!

45% of athletes may be at risk for underfueling and low energy availability (2024 meta-analysis).Why?Higher energy deman...
04/29/2026

45% of athletes may be at risk for underfueling and low energy availability (2024 meta-analysis).

Why?

Higher energy demands, pressure to maintain a certain physique, lack of nutrition education, and even appetite suppression from intense training.

This doesn’t just impact performance - it also increases the risk of disordered eating and eating disorders.

So how do we spot underfueling beyond performance declines?

Look for the subtle (and not-so-subtle) physical signs:

- Persistent fatigue (in and out of training)
- Menstrual changes or loss of period
- Frequent illness or injuries
- GI issues (constipation, diarrhea, bloating)
- Trouble sleeping

Athletes are constantly navigating mixed messages about food and body image. That confusion can make it harder to meet their needs.

Recognizing the signs is the first step - so we can actually support them in fueling, performing, and feeling their best.

You don’t have to figure it out alone, VDN is here to help!

Unlearning diet culture looks like this:- No food rules- No guilt attached to eating- Trusting your bodyBecause food has...
04/06/2026

Unlearning diet culture looks like this:

- No food rules
- No guilt attached to eating
- Trusting your body

Because food has no moral value - you don’t need to earn it and you certainly don't have to justify it.

Address

1000 Highland Avenue
Needham Heights, MA
02494

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+17813431592

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