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Did you know that you can naturally boost the GLP-1 levels in your body? Most popular weight loss medications work by boosting GLP-1 levels to help curb appetite and promote fullness. But you can also support GLP-1 without medications through your diet, especially by adding more high protein meals to your diet. Protein helps you […]

Protein is essential for your health. For women, it’s not just about building muscle; it also aids in weight management and supports gut, hormone, and skin health. These are goals so many of us share! While it seems like protein is the latest trend, there’s more to it than social media snippets. So, let’s dive […]

Protein has become a pretty trendy word in the health and wellness space, and for good reason. Protein is an essential nutrient, carrying out functions like building and repairing your tissues, transporting and storing oxygen and nutrients, maintaining fluid balance, and providing energy when necessary.  For women in particular, adequate protein intake is also crucial […]

The secret behind a balanced breakfast? The answer is simpler than you think: protein. The amount of protein in your morning meal can play a big role in how your day plays out. In fact, starting your day with a high protein breakfast, like protein banana pancakes for example, can set you up for a […]

Discover key benefits and strategies behind counting macros for weight loss. Plus: why nutrition experts actually support this method to manage weight (and who may be better off skipping it). It seems like there’s always a new “it” diet that everyone’s talking about—and most often those that come with the promise of quick or easy-to-achieve […]

Meet ghrelin and leptin, two hunger hormones that play a role in food cravings, weight, and beyond. Discover what each is exactly and how to tell if they’re imbalanced. Plus: tips to support healthy levels of both. When you hear “hormones,” your brain might immediately jump to your period, or maybe melatonin. BTW, hormones are […]

Is skipping breakfast good for weight loss? In short, maybe—but there are potential pros and cons. See if cutting out the first meal of the day gets a yay or nay from dietitians, plus what studies show on the matter. Many of us were raised with the adage that breakfast is the most important meal […]

Not into smoothies… or are you simply growing tired of them? In this article, we provide thirteen creative ways to use protein powder. We spoke to RDs to find out how to use protein powder in fun and nutritious ways that don’t involve blending up berries and milk. Recipes include a protein-packed coffee, protein balls, […]

Wondering how to eat more protein? We spoke to experts to find out how to fit more of the essential nutrient into your diet—without overcomplicating meal time. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, build muscle, or maintain good health, protein is essential for a healthy diet, no matter which way you cut it. According to […]

Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, shares a baked oatmeal recipe that’s gluten-free, vegan, and packed with protein. Bookmark this for busy weeks! As the weather gets cooler, you may be feeling over your standby smoothie or yogurt parfait. But luckily, there are plenty of other healthy breakfast options to fuel your mornings. One of my favorites […]

TikTok has become an emerging source for trends to develop and take off in just about every area, from fashion and beauty to music and dance, and yes, food. Some TikTok food trends will have you wondering why you never thought of them before while others may leave you scratching your head. But just how […]

Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN, illuminates the key differences between chlorella vs. spirulina, as well as their mutual benefits. If you’ve ever spotted someone sipping on a deep-green juice or smoothie, chances are it contains the powdered form of algae, like chlorella or spirulina. Chlorella and spirulina are dark green powders with exploding popularity in […]