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When it comes to evaluating the benefits of taking a statin to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke, it’s essential to understand the difference between relative and absolute risk.

GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is a hormone vital for regulating blood sugar and controlling appetite, which is why it has gained attention in weight loss and diabetes treatments. Despite its importance, over-the-counter GLP-1 supplements are largely ineffective.

As a nutritionist and metabolic health expert, I often get asked whether specific supplements should be part of a patient’s or client’s regimen. Unfortunately, for years my answers were often inconclusive due to the lack of solid evidence supporting the effectiveness of many supplements. Then, in 2004 …

Over the past century, the balance between omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in our diets has shifted dramatically, leading to potential health consequences. In the early 1900s, people consumed a diet naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, largely due to the quality of the foods available. Eggs, butter, and beef—all staples of that era—were significantly higher in omega-3s, and fish was a common dietary component. However, today’s food environment is dominated by ultra-processed foods, which are largely devoid of these essential fats, contributing to an imbalanced and unhealthy omega-6 to omega-3 ratio.

Gut health has become a popular topic in recent years, with an increasing focus on the role of the gut microbiome in overall well-being. While probiotics, the live beneficial bacteria found in certain foods and supplements, have gained much attention, prebiotics are emerging as an equally, if not more, important player in promoting gut health.