Summer is around the corner, which means many of my patients are asking me.... "How can I drop the pounds fast?" Over the last few weeks I've heard:  + I want to slim down for my cruise in July + we're going on vacation, I'd like to lose some weight + we're headed to beach in a few weeks, how much weight do you think I'll be able to lose? + I'd like to lose 1-2lbs a week + My friends are taking Octavia and dropping weight fast, do you think that's something for me? + my husband is doing keto and has lost a ton of weight already but keto messed up my digestion, so don't think I can try tha ..read more

Do you drink dairy or eat dairy products?   Did you know that certain types of dairy can be more beneficial than the conventional dairy?    On today's episode at Nutrition's My Life Podcast, we're talking A2 dairy! What is A2 dairy? What are the health benefits of choosing A2 over conventional dairy? Why is A2 a good choice?  If you're reading this and like, Nicole, I have no clue what you're talking about. No worries, I didn't know that much about A2 dairy and I'm a dietitian! It wasn't until the Alexandre Family shared their knowledge did I realize how important this type ..read more

If you have digestion issues, you know how uncomfortable they can be.  Today's episode of the Nutrition's My Life Podcast is continuing the talk about slow digestion issues - people more proned to get constipated.    We're talking about: Blended foods Soups / Bone broth Supplements  Probiotics Melatonin L-Glutamine Bovine Colostrum    To learn more about gut health and action steps it takes to improve digestion, grab my self paced course, Mind Your Gut, to learn the tools that may be beneficial for you! To work with Nicole visit www.nutritionsmylife.com or to ..read more

The poop whisperer is here to help... lol.    I recently shared a video on TikTok that went a little crazy because so many people are struggling with a slow digestion. The movement capability of the digestive tract is called motility and I see many people in my practice with a slow motility. This can cause: + more bloating + constipation or diarrhea + discomfort  + make you not hungry (which then makes it hard for you to meet your nutrient demands) On this episode of the Nutrition's My Life Podcast, I'm helping you understand where your slow motility could have resulted from and ..read more

Do you take magnesium or have thought it might be helpful for you? Did you know that different forms of magnesium help with different things inside the body? For example, magnesium citrate is super helpful for people who are constipated however, if you aren't constipated or lean towards looser stools- you might regret taking magnesium citrate.  In today's episode of the Nutrition's My Life Podcast, I'm helping you understand which form of magnesium is best for you!    Learn more at www.nutritionsmylife.com ..read more

If you're a health warrior, you'll want to turn up today's volume because I have an amazing guest for y'all!   On this week's episode of the Nutrition's My Life Podcast I have Samantha Salvaggio as a guest to share her journey with Multiple Sclerosis. You may or may not have M.S. like Samantha but I garauntee you'll be able to relate to some of the things she has to say and will find some helpful hinden tips throughout this episode.  We touch base on: +living life with multiple sclerosis +how to be your own advocate +nutrition +movement/exercise +chronic health warrior lifestyle To l ..read more

Weight loss medications - Part two   Last episode we talked about weight loss medications and their mechanism of action- plus whom they're starting to target these medications towards.  Part two to this topic, weight loss medications, is all about understading the population that is using them and how their bodies work. And how to achieve weight loss for these different health conditions.  For example, people with hypothyroidism or Hashimotos thyroiditis tend to have a slower and sluggish digestive tract. The weight loss medications cause a slower digestive tract, which could re ..read more

Have you seen the new medications for weight loss? Are you curious about it? Many people do see a lot of weight loss on them but did you know that once you come off of them, you will likely gain 2/3rd of the weight back you just lost? Similar to how when you stop dieting, you gain it back.   Why does this happen? Weight gain happens because healthy habits were not established, the relationship with food did not improve, and nutritional needs were not met.    On today's episode of the Nutrition's My Life Podcast, I'm reviewing a bit about what these medications do insid ..read more

Most people start to understand what healthy is.... Eat more vegetables, less processed foods, get a source of protein and movement.    So why is healthy so difficult then for so many? The answer is mindset and your daily habits.    This week on the Nutrition's My Life Podcast, I'm helping you: understand how to give yourself grace on those days where you feel like your failing yourself understand the "add in more" mindset and break through the "restriction/removal/I shouldn't eat this" mind find some tools to help you be successful with your health goals understand that y ..read more

Have you ever looked at your poop? yes- I asked about your poop!   Q: Why is it important to be aware of your poop? A: It tells you a lot about your digestive/gut health   On today's episode of the Nutrition's My Life Podcast, I'm helping you understand what your poop is telling you. I also dive into overall gut health improvement and the whys and hows behind gut health.  I bet tomorrow when you have your morning BM (bowel movement), you'll take a glance before you flush to make sure.  Here's the Bristol Stool Chart I was talking about during this episode.    &nbs ..read more