A Nutritionist’s Take on the ‘Girl Dinner’ Trend (and What to Eat Instead)
We’ve all seen the viral ‘Girl Dinner’ trend - a chaotic little charcuterie board of crackers, baby cucumbers, a few grapes, and maybe a random slice of cheese. But while it may feel fun, light, or even freeing in a scroll-through kind of way, it’s not exactly what your body’s calling for, especially if you’re dealing with stress, low energy, or hormone imbalances.
Why Feeling Calm Is the New Healthy
In a world obsessed with green powders, biohacking and 10-step routines, we’ve forgotten something essential: your body heals when it feels safe. Calm isn’t a luxury - it’s a core part of wellness.
For years, I chased the idea of ‘healthy.’ I ticked all the boxes: the early morning runs, the juice cleanses, a restricted diet. But inside? I felt anything but well.