February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular health and prevention. While heart health is often discussed through the lens of weight loss, restriction, or rigid food rules, research shows that heart-supportive nutrition can — and should — be approached without dieting, shame, or fear around food. Heart health is […]

You might have heard, “comparison is the thief of joy.” You might also find it really hard not to compare. Body image comparisons in this appearance obsessed society is natural but is not very helpful.  Body image dissatisfaction impairs our quality of life and is associated with depression, unhealthy diet and exercise behaviors, and eating […]

What is Orthorexia? Is it possible, or even healthy, to be a perfect eater? In today’s health-conscious world, the pursuit of a balanced diet and lifestyle is encouraged. Extreme dietary changes, like cutting out entire food groups, can even be commended. However, it is possible for a fixation on perfect eating to go too far […]

Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are no longer used only by people with diabetes. Social media, wellness influencers, and biohacking culture have popularized CGMs as tools for optimizing blood sugar, energy, metabolism, and even weight. But is wearing a CGM actually helpful if you don’t have diabetes? And could constant access to blood sugar data do […]

Protein is everywhere right now. From protein coffee and protein chips to social media claims that you need way more protein to be healthy, build muscle, lose weight, or balance hormones — protein has become the centerpiece of modern diet culture. But while protein is an essential nutrient, the current protein craze often oversimplifies how […]