Soy is one of the most polarizing foods out there when it comes to nutrition. As a dietitian, I hear a ton of claims about soy (good and bad). Supporters praise the health benefits of soy, including being a good source of plant-based protein and improving heart health. People warning us about health risks of…
Dan Buettner is an American author who has dedicated his career to studying Blue Zones: regions around the world where people live remarkably longer and healthier lives. Buettner’s goal is to share the lessons learned from these longevity hotspots to promote global health and well-being around the world. As a dietitian, I’ve always been curious…
Insulin resistance is a growing public health concern that affects a significant portion of the adult population. There’s also a lot of misinformation about insulin resistance, especially on social media. Here’s the straight story on insulin resistance, what it is, how it affects us, and what we can do about it. What is Insulin resistance? Insulin resistance occurs…
Diet soda versus regular soda: Is one better? This is a question I am often asked as a registered dietitian. Regular soda has sugar and calories and diet soda achieves a similar taste using low and no calorie sweeteners and is calorie-free. People often fear diet soda because of the artificial sweeteners but regular pop…
This Anti-Spike review looks at the supplement developed by the Glucose Goddess, someone I’ve reviewed before for her blood glucose ‘hacks.’ Just as an FYI, I’m a dietitian, but I’m probably not your dietitian. It’s essential for individuals with diabetes to work closely with their own healthcare professionals to develop personalized management strategies based on their specific needs and…
Sleep is something everyone covets, but most of us don’t get enough of it. The majority of us need around 7-8 hours a night, depending of our age, and as we approach midlife, it seems like our lack of quality sleep really catches up with us. There’s some legitimate reasons for that: We’re so busy,…