About
WELCOME TO GRATEFUL GRAZER
I’m Stephanie, a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and recipe developer dedicated to helping you cultivate a peaceful and satisfying relationship with food.
I guide women to liberate themselves from restrictive food rules, foster intuitive eating habits, and embrace body trust for holistic well-being.
For years, I’ve seen how diet culture leaves people feeling stuck—second-guessing every bite, struggling with guilt, or feeling like they’ve “failed” when they just want to feel good in their bodies. My work is about helping you let go of that stress, learn to tune into your body’s needs, and feel confident in your food choices again.
I believe food should nourish not just your body, but your life. That’s why my approach is anti-diet and weight-inclusive—grounded in both science and self-compassion. Whether you’re looking for gentle nutrition guidance, practical tools for intuitive eating, or just some delicious, satisfying recipes, I’m here to support you.
What You'll Find Here
Grateful Grazer is a safe space for breaking free from dieting constraints and discovering a flexible, fulfilling approach to nourishment. Here’s how you can get started:
FREE EMAIL SERIES:
5 Days to Food Peace
A Gentle Introduction to Intuitive Eating
Step away from the noise and come back home to yourself.
This free 5-day email course offers a calming, compassionate path toward healing your relationship with food. Each day, you’ll receive a short lesson focused on one essential shift—plus reflection prompts and gentle actions to help you reconnect with your body and build trust from within.
Start your journey to food peace today. The first email will arrive right after you sign up.
You’ll also receive occasional emails with resources to support your well-being. No spam. Just thoughtful, supportive guidance.
My Approach & Philosophy
I believe you deserve to feel at peace with food.
If you’ve spent years following food rules, obsessing over what’s “healthy,” or feeling guilty about what you eat, you’re not alone. Many of the women I work with feel overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice or stuck in a cycle of restriction, intense cravings, and "stress eating" or emotional eating.
That’s why my approach to nutrition is evidence-based, compassionate, and free from restrictive food rules. Together, we’ll work on:
- Reconnecting with your body’s natural cues (hunger, fullness, and satisfaction)
- Letting go of guilt and fear around food
- Building confidence in a flexible, balanced way of eating
I’m here to support you every step of the way. Book a free discovery call to learn how I can help you.
In the Media
My work has been featured on NBC News, Fox News, Forbes, Food Network, Women's Health, Parade, Reader's Digest, Healthline, Well + Good, and Buzzfeed.
My History:
2013
Earned a Master’s in Nutrition from the University of Illinois at Chicago. (Previously studied Sociology & Legal Studies at the University of Wisconsin.)
2014
Credentialed as a registered dietitian nutritionist (RD and RDN) and worked in outpatient nutrition counseling. Published my first blog post as a creative project.
2015
Began working in media and food content creation, collaborating with brands like Silk, So Delicious, Clif Bar, Horizon Organic, Morton Salt, and USA Pulses.
2020
Published my book, The College Vegetarian Cookbook, focusing on easy, affordable plant-forward meals.
2021
Became a mom. We live in the mountains near Denver, Colorado.
2025
Became a certified intuitive eating counselor and started Stephanie McKercher Nutrition, a virtual nutrition private practice specializing in intuitive eating.
Let's Connect
Whether you're interested in working together, have a quick question, or just want to say hello, I'd love to hear from you.
