The Weekly Digest
Discover the latest in nutrition – from reliable research to practical tips and wholesome recipes dished out by registered dietitians. Whether you're seeking science-backed insights, expert advice, or delicious ways to nourish your body, we've got you covered!
What Does “Healthy” Really Mean?
As a dietitian, one of the biggest hurdles I face is dismantling the social definition of “healthy.” In casual conversation, people proudly tell me they eat “clean,” high-protein, low-carb, unprocessed foods made from scratch.
But the reality? This rigid, trendy view of health can lead to undernourishment, fatigue, and confusing symptoms. Many people are genuinely surprised when I don’t praise their carb-free lifestyle or celebrate their keto, Whole30, or carnivore efforts.
The Hidden Dangers of Supplementation
In today’s wellness-obsessed culture, it’s easy to believe that “more is better,” especially when it comes to vitamins and supplements. Shelves are lined with bottles promising better energy, brain power, joint support, and heart health. But what many don’t realize is that high-potency, multi-ingredient supplements can quietly do more harm than good, especially when taken every day without understanding.
Keto Promises Fast Weight Loss—But at What Cost?
The ketogenic diet, commonly known as “keto,” has exploded in popularity over the last decade, largely for its promise of quick weight loss. But before keto became a trendy diet, it was actually developed as a medical therapy. Originally used in the 1920s, the ketogenic diet was designed to help manage epilepsy in children who didn’t respond well to medication. In this context, it works by shifting the body into a state called ketosis through a high-fat, very low-carbohydrate eating pattern, altering brain metabolism in a way that helps reduce seizure frequency and severity.
A Closer Look at The Carnivore Diet
The carnivore diet is an eating plan that includes only meat and other animal-based foods. Supporters of this diet claim it can reduce inflammation, help manage diabetes, and improve mental health. One of its biggest promises is weight loss, based on the idea that without carbohydrates, the body burns fat for energy. However, this diet also assumes that carbohydrates are bad, which isn’t true.