Category Research
Why Do We Need GLP-1 Drugs like Ozempic Now?
Obesity keeps rising, and we now seem to need drugs to combat it. But why?
In recent years, medications like Ozempic and other GLP-1 agonists have surged in popularity—not just as diabetes treatments, but as tools for weight loss. Their rise reflects something deeper than a personal health choice: a public surrender to a food environment that has become too powerful to resist. We don’t suddenly have less willpower—we have a radically different world. This article explores how changes in food supply, culture, industry influence, and lifestyle patterns have collided to create an obesity epidemic that now seems to require pharmaceutical intervention just to keep up. When you step back and compare nations with vastly different obesity rates—like the U.S., Japan, France, and South Korea—the patterns become undeniable. The data tells a story of how we got here—and why drugs may feel like the only answer in a system designed to keep us overeating.
The Ketogenic Diet: What to Know
What is Ketosis, and How Does It Work?
Ketosis is a metabolic state where your body burns fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates. This happens when carbohydrate intake is so low that your body’s glycogen stores (its usual energy source) are depleted. In response, your liver begins breaking down fat into molecules called ketone bodies, which provide energy for your brain and body.
Ketosis can occur under several conditions, such as:
Following a very low-carb, high-fat diet (a ketogenic diet).
Prolonged fasting or caloric restriction.
Engaging in extended physical activity without sufficient carbohydrate intake.
Adding Positive Psychology to Weight Management
Have you ever felt that weight loss is a never-ending struggle?
You’re not alone. For many, traditional approaches to weight management can feel restrictive, exhausting, and demoralizing. But what if the key to lasting success lies not in focusing on what you can’t do, but in what you can do, and strengths you already have within you?
This is where Positive Psychology comes in: a science-based approach that helps you focus on strengths, well-being, and flourishing. By integrating Positive Psychology into our iDiet Intensive program, we’ve crafted a new way to approach weight management—one that fosters joy, resilience, and meaningful change.
What is balanced eating, and can it help with weight control?
Balanced eating refers to a dietary approach that ensures you are consuming a variety of foods in the right proportions to meet your nutritional needs. The goal is to provide your body with all the essential nutrients—proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals—while maintaining an appropriate caloric intake.
Key Principles of Balanced Eating:
Harnessing the Power of Fiber and Protein for Effective Weight Loss
In your quest for effective weight management, dietary fiber and protein are a dynamic duo of nutrients. Together, they not only aid in digestion and muscle maintenance but also play a crucial role in controlling hunger and facilitating weight loss. As a renowned nutrition expert and researcher, Dr. Susan B. Roberts has extensively studied the benefits of combining fiber and protein, integrating these insights into the successful iDiet program. Here, we delve into the power of fiber and protein and how they can be harnessed for effective weight loss.
Understanding the new landscape of unregulated Semaglutide
As the demand for semaglutide soars, fueled by stories of rapid results, the market is adjusting to meet demand. This gives rise to new compounded, off-brand versions of popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. This article will help explain the current, complex landscape of semaglutide options, comparing FDA-approved options with the risks associated with unofficial versions flooding the market — and your social media platforms. Here’s what you need to know to stay informed.
Nourishing the Brain and Body
This is an age of articles about optimizing everything. And while optimizing your calendar or your cable bill might feel overwhelming, there are simpler things we can do to get more significant dividends.
Neuroscience suggests that a key to a long, healthy life lies in the simplest of daily choices — choosing better foods. It may feel difficult, but it can be made simple.
“Weighing In On Metabolism”- Science for the Public
The discussion provides an understanding of metabolism, obesity, and diet. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy BMI, making healthy dietary choices, and the role of metabolism in our overall health. Dr Roberts’ advice and knowledge can be beneficial for anyone looking to improve their health and lifestyle, whether they wish to lose weight or not.
The Health Implications of Ultra-Processed Foods: The current science
Ultra-processed foods encompass a wide range of products. From the carbonated fizz of soft drinks to the quick comfort of instant soups and the crunchy allure of chicken nuggets, these foods are characterized by their high content of additives, preservatives, and often, a lack of genuine nutritional value.
iDiet Podcast S1Ep2: Hunger
The Science of Hunger: How to control hunger, how to reduce hunger, and how to use hunger to your advantage in weight loss. It’s possible to be on moderate calorie restriction — pursuing a safe diet — and be less hungry than if eating restaurants and fast food. It’s all in the nutrient balance. Send us your questions, because we are eager to answer them.