Posts by Amelia Frost
Micronutrients and GLP-1s: What You Should Know
Starting a GLP-1 medication can feel like a whirlwind. Weight loss might be the headline benefit of GLP-1s, but these medications can also change how hungry you feel and how much food you want to eat (1). All of a sudden your favorite foods might seem unappealing. They might even turn your stomach. Along with…
Read MoreSimple Tomato Basil Soup (Stovetop or Instant Pot)
Cool winds, crunchy leaves, and pumpkins on the porch mean it’s soup weather time at our house. The Instant Pot starts to live on the counter and all of the favorite cold-weather comfort foods start their rotation. Tomato soup was one of my favorite soups before switching to a real-food diet. Now, I don’t think…
Read MoreWhy Protein Intake Is Crucial for GLP-1 Users
Imagine this: You’ve been on a GLP-1 for a few months. The scale has shifted in a direction you had hoped and even your clothes are beginning to fit better. Your friends are noticing! But you noticed your energy dips during the day in a way that doesn’t feel like hunger (2) or maybe you…
Read MoreHow to Support Healthy Magnesium Levels: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Magnesium and Its Importance Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a critical role in numerous physiological processes in the human body. It is involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions, contributing to the maintenance of various bodily functions such as muscle contraction, nerve transmission, energy production, and protein synthesis. In particular, magnesium supports muscle…
Read MoreHow Fast Should the Scale Move? A Dietitian’s Guide to Weekly Weight Changes
You’ve committed to changing your weight — but how fast should the scale actually move? It’s one of the most common questions people ask when starting out on a health journey. The answer: slower and steadier than you might expect. Here’s what a healthy pace looks like, why results vary so much from person to…
Read MoreWhy Grip Strength is Vitally Important (and How to Improve It)
Can opening a pickle jar predict how long you’re going to live? Maybe more than you realize! Our grip strength is actually linked to our overall health and is a good predictor of longevity. This simple, yet often overlooked health marker is a great way to tell us more about what’s going on in the…
Read MoreShea Butter Lotion Bar Sticks
On average women use about 19 bodycare products a day that contain an estimated 500+ different chemicals. In college my bathroom was filled with dozens of hair products, skin products and makeup containers with hundreds of ingredients. These shea butter lotion sticks though have just 5. I’ll admit that I’m a skin care product addict.…
Read More6 Reasons You Might Gain Weight Back After a Diet
You hit your goal months ago, but lately the “maintenance creep” is real. Jeans feel a little tighter, and the scale has inched, even though you aren’t doing anything wildly different. This common experience isn’t failure; it’s life. Use this article to understand why and turn that moment into a plan. Learn why regain happens,…
Read MoreGarlic Parmesan Sourdough Croutons
Soup season is in full swing, but honestly, in this household any season really is soup season. These homemade sourdough croutons are the perfect crunchy topper for a nice bowl of warm soup in the winter. Or try them on top of a fresh salad with lots of veggies and some homemade salad dressing. If…
Read MoreWhat’s More Important: Food Quality or Calorie Quantity?
If you’ve ever found yourself standing in the grocery store, scanning a nutrition label and wondering whether the calories or ingredients matter more—you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve chosen the lower-calorie granola bar over the one with more fiber and nuts, assuming it would better support your goals. Or maybe you’ve heard that “a calorie is…
Read MoreSaving Starbucks
Who knew a seafaring classic novel about fool hearty revenge would inspire the name that is recognized across 80 countries. Starbuck was the voice of reason in the classic, and it does seem like Starbucks is listening to reason once again. The latest news on one of the most iconic brands is that they are…
Read MoreSimple Elderberry Wellness Shots Recipe
Mini everything seems to be all the rage lately. Mini can still pack a mighty punch though when it comes to these elderberry wellness shots. Featuring elderberry, lemon, and echinacea, they’re an immune supporting powerhouse, especially during the colder months. I recently came up with these ginger turmeric immunity shots. While they’re an amazing anti-inflammatory…
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