A busy dietitian shares what she eats for good gut health

"Rachel Swanson, a registered dietitian at LifeSpan Medicine and author of "Trying!: A Science-Backed Plan to Optimize Your Fertility," splits her time between New York City and Miami, spending about half the year in each. She also takes small-group workout classes three times a week, focusing on strength training. She says eating enough nutrients, especially protein for muscle-building, is crucial for her. She generally aims for around 0.7 grams of protein per pound of body weight, the protein intake usually recommended for physically active people."

"Most dietary advice is fairly straightforward: eat whole foods with a good balance of protein, fiber, carbs, and healthy fats. Consistently adhering to that guidance is another story, particularly if you live a busy life. Rachel Swanson, a registered dietitian, batch-cooks most of her meals. It helps her keep track of her nutrition and ensure she eats enough variety for her gut health. She tries to incorporate protein- and fiber-rich foods in all her meals, including dessert."

Rachel Swanson splits her time between New York City and Miami and takes small-group strength-training classes three times a week. She prioritizes adequate nutrient intake, aiming for about 0.7 grams of protein per pound of body weight to support muscle-building. She batch-cooks most meals and follows an automated weekday meal plan to simplify busy days and ensure dietary consistency. She intentionally includes protein- and fiber-rich foods in every meal, incorporates blueberries and sweet potatoes for fiber and vitamins, and deliberately rotates vegetables, herbs, and spices to increase plant variety and support the gut microbiome.

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