I’ve been getting a lot of emails about a new Xyngular product called GLP-X. As the company website says, ‘GLP-X is a premium supplement formula crafted from naturally sourced ingredients clinically studied to increase GLP-1 production.* (note asterisk that leads to disclaimer that none of these claims have been evaluated by the FDA) It isn’t…
With over 30,000 5-star reviews, Ryze Mushroom Coffee is pretty popular right now and I’ve been getting a ton of questions about it. Is there any evidence to back up the bold health claims that it makes? Let’s dive in with this Ryze coffee review. What is Ryze Mushroom Coffee? Ryze is a company making…
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…