“Fueled by Food, Not Fads”

Conquer Diet Culture and

Embrace Food as Fuel

Welcome to Efird Nutrition!

Let us first just say, you’re in the right place.

Elaina Efird, Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and owner/operator of Efird Nutrition.

It’s safe to say that you found us because you’re looking for an answer. Whether you’re needing support with your current food intake, struggling with a history of fad dieting or just looking for someone to help with your nutrition, We will say again, you’re in the right place!

Our lives are inundated with confusing nutrition messaging. One person says eggs are great, the next person says eggs are the root of all of your problems. One podcast says eat whole grains, the next podcast says don’t eat any carbs. There is a constant stream of misinformation and…

… all of these conflicting messages have likely caused…

  • A lifetime of chasing the “right” diet, to no avail

  • Fear of enjoying food

  • Feelings of loss of control around food

  • Weight yo-yoing

  • Frustration with food, your body and the feeling of just “giving up”

It doesn’t have to be that way. You can:

  • Stop dieting, forever

  • Enjoy foods without feelings of guilt

  • Keep foods in the house that have previously felt "off-limits"

  • Trust your body’s signaling of hunger and fullness

  • Use your unique traits to build lifelong sustainable habits

Live a life free of obsession around food and your body.

It can be intimidating to ask for help but food doesn’t need to rule your life. We are here to help, we are NOT the food police.

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