The Dietitian Who Changed Everything: Michelle Hurn’s Story and Why It Matters Now

Registered dietitian and endurance athlete Michelle Hurn exposed the flaws in traditional nutrition education through her book The Dietitian’s Dilemma. After years of pain and anxiety, her n=1 transformation using real food and animal-based nutrition challenged the system she was trained in. Her story proves that healing begins when we question outdated guidelines, trust our biology, and prioritize patient-centered care over policy-driven nutrition.