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Zepbound (Mounjaro) Side Effects and How to Manage Them
Mounjaro is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, and was FDA approved and widely available in the United States in May 2022. The drug's active ingredient, tirzepatide, has also been used off-label to treat obesity. In November 2023, the FDA approved a weight...
11 Benefits of Weighing Yourself Daily
Maintaining a healthy weight is crucial for overall well-being, and one simple habit that can significantly aid in this process is weighing yourself daily. While some may say that frequent weigh-ins can lead to obsession or unnecessary stress, the fact is that...
[Video] Gut Health: Maintaining A Healthy Gut Microbiome
Prebiotics and probiotics are an essential part of a healthy diet, especially when it comes to promoting and maintaining optimal gut health. In this LifeStyle Lesson, Katie Godin, RD, LDN shares the role of prebiotics and probiotics and the best ways to include these...
[Video] Navigating Weight Loss Plateaus
Weight loss plateaus are normal yet very confusing for those embarking on their weight loss journey. Understanding why they exist and how to work through them is very important for the continued maintenance of your goals. In this video, Katie Godin, RD, LDN from...
Wegovy Side Effects and How to Manage Them
At the core of any good weight loss plan is clearly understanding your body’s needs and limitations regarding nutrition, exercise, and medication. Today, we are fortunate to have several medication choices that may benefit patients in their weight loss journey. One of...
Staying on Track While Working From Home
Working from home can present challenges. However, it also offers advantages for maintaining healthier lifestyle choices. In which areas could you improve your work from home set-up to support your healthy lifestyle? Keep reading for tips on how to stay healthy while...
Health and Immunity
Your immune system is at its best when you are at your healthiest. A healthy lifestyle includes a general healthy diet, plenty of sleep each night, staying hydrated, exercising, and managing stress. A healthy immune system is dependent on a variety of vitamins and...
The Scoop on Protein Powder
Protein is an essential macronutrient that our body needs for normal functioning and Is considered the building blocks of our body’s tissues. Our body uses amino acids, which is protein broken down into its smaller form and is utilized for cell building and muscle...
What is Fiber?
Fiber is a kind of carbohydrate that the body is not able to break down for energy. Instead, it passes through the body, intact, through your stomach, intestine, colon and then comes out of your body in your stool. Fiber also has many health benefits that could help...