Diet Myths

Let’s cut through the BS – the weight loss world is packed with myths, half-truths, and straight-up lies that are keeping you from reaching your goals. You’ve probably heard a ton of advice about how to shed those extra pounds, but how much of it is actually legit? Spoiler alert: not much. In this guide, … Read more

Yes, intermittent fasting (IF) can be good for weight loss. It works by making you eat for a shorter time and not eat, or take in calories, for a longer time. In this way, it can help you lose weight in a couple of ways. One way is that it creates a calorie deficit. This … Read more

At least once in your life, you’ve probably heard that you can eat any food as part of a healthy diet, even sugar, but only in small amounts. This is because it all comes down to how many calories you eat. Most people agree that if you eat more calories than you burn, you’ll gain … Read more

For so many years, we’ve all heard that we should eat less fat or buy ‘low fat’ products. So, why is this? Where did this idea come from? This whole thing started back in the 1960s. At that time, a lot of people were getting heart disease, and everyone was looking for a way to … Read more

You wake up to the gentle morning light streaming through your window, and as you stretch out the sleep from your limbs, your stomach grumbles, reminding you of the first decision you face every day: to eat breakfast or not.  You’ve been on this weight loss journey long enough to hear all sorts of advice … Read more

Let’s begin with a scenario. You have been on your weight loss journey for three months, meticulously counting calories, planning your meals, and hitting the gym regularly.  Your progress is evident; you feel more energetic, your clothes fit better, and you can see the difference in the mirror.  However, there was one constant challenge you … Read more

Counting your calories is an effective way to track what you are putting into your body. By tracking the number of calories consumed and burned, you can achieve a calorie deficit or surplus to support your desired outcome. However, the process of calorie counting is not without its challenges, and many people make common mistakes … Read more

Yes, the timing of meals does matter for weight loss. It’s generally better to eat more in the morning and less at night. As a nutritionist, I typically recommend having a larger breakfast and a smaller dinner, ideally eating dinner earlier, around 5 PM. The reason for this recommendation is that you typically need more … Read more

Did you know that the speed at which you eat can have a big impact on your health? I recently came across an episode of Jay Shetty’s On Purpose Podcast, where he had an insightful conversation with Dr. Casey Means, a Stanford-trained physician and expert in metabolic health. They explored the often-overlooked aspects of metabolic … Read more

Yes, low-carb diets are good for weight loss as long as you are in a caloric deficit, which means eating less than what your body is burning. Honestly, it doesn’t matter whether you are on a low-carb, keto, or low-fat diet. To lose weight, you need to be in a caloric deficit and have a … Read more