Becoming a “Westernized” country is often linked with obesity and the chronic health conditions associated with it, including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. The importance of increased calorie intake and decreased energy usage hasn’t really been evaluated.

Glucagon-like peptide medications (AKA GLP-1 agonists) such as Wegovy and Zepbound are taking the weight loss industry to a whole new level.

According to a recent Gallop poll, nearly 15.5 million US adults have used weight loss medications. 1 The CDC National Center for Health Statistics notes that over 1 in 4 adults with diabetes have used injectable medications as well. 2

The AHA and ACC along with other related entities changed the blood pressure categories to make them easier to understand as well as strong guides to help people lower their blood pressure.

Research shows that fitness trackers may not be accurate for obese individuals but the good news is that you may be burning more calories than you think.

We know that a high-fiber diet and fermented foods help keep your gut microbiome flourishing, but did you know that protein sources may also impact it? 1 New research from North Carolina University suggests that protein in an animal’s diet may affect the population as well as the function of the microbiome. This research may lead to a better comprehension of how to prevent and treat gastrointestinal conditions that affect the quality of life of millions of people worldwide. 2

I periodically have clients who ask (or have done) a “juice cleanse” as a fresh start to their wellness journey. Most have seen health claims of weight loss or improved gut health on TikTok or Instagram. While some boast that they feel better since it helps their bowels move, few have seen any long-lasting effects. In reality, this trend could be harmful.

Here is what the science says about high fructose corn syrup versus sugar for your soda.

Adult-onset diabetes used to be an “adult” disease. However, as overweight and obesity are more common in adolescents, more are being diagnosed with this chronic condition at a younger age.

No matter how hard we try, it’s not easy to avoid using plastic. Think of the number of times you may have used and reused a plastic water bottle. I almost always accept a bottle of water if offered, and don’t think twice about it.

Weight loss remains one of the top New Year’s resolutions and many people tout intermittent fasting as the key. But what do we really know about fasting? Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD, delves into the science…