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How Nutrition Impacts Your Body During Stressful Times.
We all feel stress sometimes. Stress happens when your body thinks it has to fight, run away, or handle something hard. Your heart beats...

Karla Andrade
Oct 62 min read


Moderate to Low-Carb Eating for Perimenopause: Why It Matters and How to Do It
Perimenopause is the time before menopause when estrogen levels go up and down, then drop. This can make it harder for your body to...

Karla Andrade
Sep 43 min read


Perimenopause, Hormones & Metabolism: What’s Really Going On in Your Body
Perimenopause is the time before menopause when your hormones start to change. It can last 2–10 years. Most people know about hot flashes...

Karla Andrade
Aug 263 min read


Estrogen & Insulin: The Hidden Link
Estrogen isn’t just a “baby-making” hormone—it’s a big helper for your body in other ways too. It helps control how you use sugar for...

Karla Andrade
Aug 113 min read


How to Find a Culturally Sensitive Therapist
By Lila Asfour, with insights from Amy L. Le Reve Renderos, MA, LMFT, LPCC How Do I Find a Therapist Who Understands My Culture? It’s a...

Karla Andrade
Jul 143 min read


How to Prevent Weight Regain After GLP-1 Medications: A Long-Term Success Strategy
Losing weight with the help of GLP-1 medications—like Ozempic or Mounjaro—can be life-changing. Many people experience significant...

Karla Andrade
May 212 min read


How to Lose Weight Faster on GLP-1 Medications: Why Resistance Training Matters
Welcome back. Today, we're diving into an important topic that many people on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic or Mounjaro are curious...

Karla Andrade
May 212 min read


The Mental Impact of GLP-1 Medications on Body Image
The ability of GLP-1 receptor agonists to aid in weight loss has generated a lot of interest. These medications have significant benefits...

Karla Andrade
May 123 min read


The Hidden Treasures of Health: Benefits of Seeing a Dietitian
What is a Dietitian? Do people even know what they do other than tell us to eat some fruits and vegetables? Why would you want to go see...

Karla Andrade
Nov 17, 20244 min read


"The Smart Way to Pay for Healthcare: Understanding FSAs"
A Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is an account specifically for certain out-of-pocket medical expenses. This account is only for health...

Karla Andrade
Jun 20, 20242 min read
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