Nutrition & Wellness Blog: Expert Tips from a Dietitian

What are GLP-1 medications? GLP-1 receptor agonists are medications that mimic a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1, which helps regulate blood sugar and appetite. These medications stimulate insulin release, suppress glucagon, slow stomach emptying, and act on the brain to increase satiety [1,2]. Common agents include Ozempic (semaglutide), Wegovy (semaglutide), Mounjaro (tirzepatide), and Saxenda (liraglutide), which have demonstrated significant benefits for both type

Barberries: Tiny red berries rich in berberine supporting heart health, blood sugar balance, and inflammation reduction. Barberries, the...

Q: Why do I feel more anxious when I skip meals? When you skip meals, your blood sugar drops. This triggers your body to release more...

Can a vegan diet or cutting carbs affect your breast milk? Here’s what the science says about nutrition and breastfeeding health. Breastfeeding mothers are constantly told what to eat, avoid, or worry about. With confusing online advice, most parents ask one simple question: This blog breaks down the latest scientific evidence in everyday language especially looking at vegan/vegetarian diets and low-carb/ketogenic diets using real, peer-reviewed research. And most importantl

Highly processed foods activate the brain’s reward system, making cravings stronger and harder to manage. Q1. What is food addiction? Some people eat certain foods especially highly processed, high-calorie foods in a way that looks similar to addiction. Research shows cravings, loss of control, and continuing to eat despite harm match criteria used in the DSM-5 for substance use disorders (1). Without recognising these signs, people may continue overeating and develop long-te

Cortisol is often called the stress hormone, but it does much more than help us deal with pressure. It is made in the adrenal glands,...