Today, we are talking about leaky gut, fatty liver, and fructose. These may seem like totally independent health challenges, but a study published in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry shows the direct link! Bacteria, fatty liver, and sugar intake We’ve all heard and can see… Read More »Leaky Gut, Fatty Liver, and Fructose
The American Diabetes Association is commonly looked to for recommendations, advice and information about managing Diabetes. This is an image they posted on Facebook discussing the goal of 7.0% or less hemoglobin A1c for those with type 2 diabetes. The standard diagnostic criteria for prediabetes… Read More »American Diabetes Association Recommendations
“OMG my blood sugars are SO high in the mornings! I just tested before I even got out of bed and it was higher than last night! Why is it so high?!?” I get messages like this online all the time…and I’m happy to report… Read More »OMG – My blood sugars are so high!
Blood Sugar Matters Even Without Diabetes Blood Sugar Imbalances Most of us have heard of blood sugar…and likely because you know someone who has type 2 diabetes, type 1 diabetes, or struggles with hypoglycemia (or low blood sugar). We all have sugar in our blood… Read More »Blood Sugar Matters Even Without Diabetes
Is Fasting Healthy? Today, we are talking about fasting. We’re going to talk about what it is, what it is not, bust some myths, discuss some benefits and risks, who should NOT fast, who could benefit from fasting…all the things! Let’s dive in. I’d love… Read More »Is Fasting Healthy?
The information put out by Andrea Nicholson and HealthyLifewithAndrea.com is for educational purposes only. This is NOT medical advice. Elevated LDL on a Low Carb Diet – Are Statins Helpful? Today, we are talking about statins…and specifically an article that was published discussing the use… Read More »Elevated LDL on a Low Carb Diet – Are Statins Helpful?
New podcast feature with Julie Saad Wellness talking all about blood sugars, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and ketone meters. Show notes: What’s the best way to track your blood sugar? Should you use a continuous glucose monitor? And what about ketones? What’s the best way… Read More »Julie Saad Wellness podcast
Benefits, Risks, and My Thoughts on Drugs Like Ozempic In recent years, GLP-1 agonist drugs like Semaglutide, marketed as Ozempic and Wegovy (among others), have gained attention for their potential to aid in weight loss and manage Type 2 Diabetes. GLP-1 is a hormone produced… Read More »Benefits, Risks, and Discussion of New Weight Loss Drugs
Strategies for Overcoming Sugar Cravings Today, we’re talking all about overcoming sugar cravings and balancing your blood sugar. Sugar, that sweet, irresistible, and addicting substance, is at the root of countless health issues. From weight gain and metabolic dysfunction to cognitive decline and inflammation, sugar… Read More »Strategies for Overcoming Sugar Cravings