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Semaglutide: The Pros and Cons of This Medicine
Semaglutide, known under the brand names Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus, is a drug first marketed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. This molecule is a GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonist and should be used as a complement to lifestyle changes, such as a balanced diet and increased physical activity. By acting on GLP-1 receptors […]
Kiwi, an Ally for Constipation?
For several years now, researchers have been looking into the positive effects of kiwis on intestinal transit. At the Gastrodiet 2023 conference hosted by Australia’s Monash University, gastroenterologist Giovanni Barbara from the University of Bologna (Italy) presented the results of the latest research on the therapeutic potential of kiwifruit in the prevention and treatment of […]
Diet and Menopause
It is estimated that up to 90% of women experience symptoms related to menopause. Fortunately, optimizing diet and lifestyle habits during the menopausal transition can be helpful to reduce symptoms, reduce the risk of cardiometabolic diseases (diabetes and cardiovascular diseases), limit weight gain, and limit the loss of muscle and bone mass.
Fiber and Low FODMAP Diet
To optimize your overall health, including your gastrointestinal health, it is important to optimize fiber intake, which can seem a little more complicated to do while being on a low FODMAP* diet. Here you’ll read about the relationship between fiber and low FODMAP diet and understand how you can optimize your fiber intake.
Chantal’s Testimonial: Towards a Healthier Lifestyle
At 67, Chantal Francoeur has found a new balance by combining her activities, her family commitments, and an active life in the great outdoors alongside her partner. For her, retirement has never meant slowing down, but rather reinventing her lifestyle to make it healthier and more balanced. SOSCuisine meal plans and consultations with a dietitian […]
Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy for IBS
Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can significantly disrupt daily life. This common functional gastrointestinal disorder manifests through a range of symptoms, such as stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. These symptoms are often unpredictable, which can lead to heightened anxiety, stress, and even depression.
Sport and Insulin Resistance
Sport and insulin resistance: How can you have enough energy to exercise without raising your blood sugar? This article will answer this question. Physical activity is particularly beneficial for people with insulin resistance or prediabetes. Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for muscles, but can also contribute to raising blood sugar levels. So how […]
6 Tips for Choosing Olive Oil
There is an increasing craze for olive oil all over the world, both for its beneficial effects on health and for its taste. But how do you choose the right olive oil when you know that there are some 2000 varieties in the world, which differ in flavor, aroma, price and especially in the content […]