Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro, like Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy, is a GLP-1 medication and it is the first drug of its kind to be FDA approved for blood glucose control in type 2 diabetics. Along with this recent groundbreaking approval, there is also excitement among medical professionals about Mounjaro’s potential weight loss benefits for obese and overweight patients without type 2 diabetes. Read on to learn more about it.1 1.1 What is Mounjaro? Mounjaro is an FDA-approved once weekly injection that helps regulate blood sugar levels when combined with diet and exercise for adults with Type 2 diabetes. Mou ..read more

Semaglutide has many amazing benefits for weight loss and cardiovascular health – it reduces appetite, controls blood sugar, and slows digestion which all aid with weight loss and improving health outcomes. On average, clinical trial patients taking Semaglutide lost 15% of their body weight with many patients losing up to 20%.1 Like most medications though, it can come with some common side effects, especially when first starting the medication or increasing your dosage. The good news though is that most of the common side effects tend to get better over time as your body adjusts to the medica ..read more

So, you’ve seen the Tik Tok hype about cherry juice and now you may be wondering “Is tart cherry juice the real deal? Can it help with my weight loss goals? Are the health benefits backed by science or is it just a fad?” We took a deep dive into the research and there is a large body of scientific studies that support many of the health benefits posted on social media with one initial study indicating potential benefits for weight loss. Let’s take a closer look at the claims. First, what does Tik Tok have to say about tart cherry juice?  Helps with weight loss Helps regulate sleep cycle ..read more

Obesity is a chronic disease that can lead to multiple health issues including diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and more. Ozempic is a prescription medication that has been proven to significantly lower blood sugar and A1C for those with type 2 diabete – and – aide in weight loss for overweight and obese patients with (and without) type 2 diabetes.1 1.1 About Ozempic Ozempic is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analog prescription medication that was approved by the FDA as an effective treatment for type 2 diabetes in 2017; however, the manufacturer of Ozempic (Novo Nordisk) was ..read more

Low Fat BBQ Pulled Pork – Two Ways The back-to-school season can be hectic and overwhelming for many. Between getting supplies, first day of school, meeting the teacher, and starting up extracurricular activities, it is so easy to put healthy eating on the back burner. But during these busy seasons in life, it’s important to remember the basics of weight loss 101 and to be extra focused on healthy foundational habits. Staying on track with nutrition during a busy season will take some planning and preparation – but a little bit of preparation can go a long way. This could include meal prepping ..read more

Semaglutide is a non-stimulant weight loss medication that works by mimicking GLP-1 gut hormones that control the appetite, blood sugar, and the rate of digestion. It was FDA-approved for weight loss in 2021 and has been growing in popularity ever since.  Semaglutide aides with weight loss by making you feel full longer, reducing cravings, slowing the rate of digestion, and suppressing the appetite. All of these factors make it much easier to adhere to a caloric deficit which is essential for weight loss. Semaglutide should also be combined with healthy lifestyle interventions like dietin ..read more

Although Tirzepatide and Semaglutide are in the same class of drugs and have almost the exact same effects on the body, they are slightly different medications. Tirzepatide and Semaglutide are both classified as GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists and have commonly been used to treat type 2 diabetes in the past. More recently though, these drugs are being utilized and evaluated for the treatment of obesity. In 2021 Semaglutide became the first once-weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist to be approved by the FDA for weight loss / obesity. How does Tirzepatide vs. Semaglutide work for weig ..read more

Spring is here and summer is just around the corner, and this healthy, low fat chicken salad is one of our favorite recipes around this time of year. This healthy version of chicken salad is great to make for picnics, BBQs, summer events, or even an easy meal prep recipe you can eat throughout the week.  Simply serve over a bed of romaine lettuce for a refreshing crunch, or on a rice cake, wheat toast, or whole grain crackers for a more traditional feel (just remember to count those calories when tracking). If you are new to counting calories for weight loss you can learn about ..read more

Dark chocolate can provide some health benefits when eaten in moderation; however, it is still a significant source of calories and fat so it may not be an ideal snack choice for weight loss. But, if you’re planning to fit a sweet treat into your weight loss meal plan for a special holiday (like Valentine’s Day), dark chocolate can be a sweet tooth satisfying option that also comes with some health benefits. Don’t get too excited though, that does not mean you can go eat all the dark chocolate you want – the sugars, fats, and calories still count and can quickly negate any of the health benefi ..read more

It may sound like a complicated concept, but a low energy density diet may secretly be one of the easiest diets to manage. Energy density is the idea that the food we eat has a certain amount of energy (calories) in a certain amount of weight (grams). The more energy per gram, the more calorie-dense a certain food is. Eating a diet full of foods with low energy density (below 1.5 cal/g) has proven useful in losing and maintaining weight. Foods and Energy Density The number of calories we can eat every day can vary quite a lot. However, research shows that people generally eat a consistent amou ..read more