by Dr. Kilcup | Jun 3, 2026 | Articles, Weight Loss
Key Takeaways Many patients feel worse after losing weight on Ozempic due to muscle loss, nutrient depletions, and hormonal disruptions. GLP-1 medications suppress appetite effectively but do not manage muscle mass, nutrients, or metabolism, leading to fatigue and...
by Dr. Kilcup | Jun 3, 2026 | Articles, Weight Loss
Key Takeaways Stopping GLP-1 medications like Ozempic often leads to rapid weight regain, as clinical trials have shown that most patients regain a significant portion of lost weight once they discontinue use. This weight regain occurs due to biological responses, as...
by Dr. Kilcup | Jun 3, 2026 | Articles, Weight Loss
Key Takeaways Rapid weight loss from GLP-1 medications like Ozempic often leads to hair loss, a condition known as telogen effluvium. Research shows a significant link between higher doses of semaglutide and increased hair shedding. The body undergoes metabolic stress...
by Dr. Kilcup | Jun 3, 2026 | Articles, Weight Loss
Key Takeaways Fatigue related to GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy is common but often overlooked in clinical trials. Patients experience deeper caloric deficits and muscle loss, leading to increased exhaustion without proper monitoring. Essential nutrients...
by Dr. Kilcup | Jun 3, 2026 | Articles, Weight Loss
Key Takeaways After stopping GLP-1, patients lack a clear transition plan, leading to significant weight regain. Weight regain often consists of fat, not muscle, increasing the risk of sarcopenic obesity. Five key maintenance pillars are necessary: protein intake,...
by Dr. Kilcup | Jun 29, 2022 | Articles, red light therapy (photobiomodulation), Weight Loss
Red light therapy, also known as Photobiomodulation (PBMT), is gaining popularity as a treatment for various health and cosmetic purposes. This therapy involves the use of specific light wavelengths that penetrate deep into your tissues. Read on to discover how to...
by Anjolie Flores | May 4, 2022 | Diet, Digestive Health, Food Sensitivities, Healthy Living, Recipes, vegan, Weight Loss
Guacamole is a great side dish to have all year round, but especially on Cinco de Mayo. Cinco de Mayo is often celebrated in the US, though it is a minor holiday in Mexico, and usually revolves around some good Mexican food. Guacamole is one of the dishes you will...
by Anjolie Flores | Mar 30, 2022 | Diet, Food Sensitivities, Keto, Recipes, Weight Loss
I love stuffed mushrooms! They are delicious little bundles of flavor and the perfect appetizer. These Keto Stuffed Mushrooms are a great way to have a delectable and healthy snack to serve. If you are vegan or vegetarian, the cheese and sausage can easily be switched...
by Bethany Kutz | May 26, 2020 | dairy free, Healthy Living, Keto, Paleo, Recipes, Weight Loss
This two-ingredient salad dressing might seem too good to be true, but it’s not! It is one of the easiest and healthiest ways to elevate your salad. Not only does it add a dose of healthy fats to your meal—essential for maximizing nutrient absorption—but it also...
by Bethany Kutz | May 1, 2020 | dairy free, Healthy Living, Paleo, Recipes, Weight Loss
One of our favorite ways to eat vegetables like Brussels sprouts, potato, green beans, broccoli, asparagus, and cauliflower is by chopping them up and roasting them in the oven! Eating healthy shouldn’t be something dreaded. It should add joy to your life, as...
by Bethany Kutz | Nov 23, 2016 | dairy free, Diet, Food Sensitivities, Healthy Living, Paleo, Recipes, sugar free, Weight Loss
Happy Thanksgiving from the Kilcup family to yours! We have so much to be thankful for, and you are at the heart of it. Your support gives us purpose and joy, and as a small token of our gratitude, we’re excited to share a recipe for Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread that...
by Bethany Kutz | Sep 13, 2016 | dairy free, Diet, Food Sensitivities, Healthy Living, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Recipes, Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, sugar free, Weight Loss
Do you ever find yourself craving cake, but have no desire or occasion to make a whole one? Or perhaps you’re craving something sweet, but don’t have a lot of time or many options around? Well then, friend, this is the recipe for you! Like the...
by Bethany Kutz | Aug 25, 2016 | dairy free, Diet, Food Sensitivities, Healthy Living, Recipes, Weight Loss
Creamy cashew butter…need I say more? For those of you who don’t like cashews, I’m sorry. Truly. God must have forgotten that taste bud for you poor souls. Regardless, you should still try this recipe because it is incredible. Desperation was...
by Bethany Kutz | Aug 5, 2016 | dairy free, Diet, Healthy Living, Recipes, sugar free, Weight Loss
Have you ever been on a super restrictive diet, and then you finally discovered something insanely delicious that you could eat on said diet? Well, this brownie is exactly that for Taylor and I when we were on the SIBO diet. And trust me, they didn’t just taste...
by Bethany Kutz | Jul 7, 2016 | dairy free, Diet, Food Sensitivities, Healthy Living, Recipes, sugar free, Weight Loss
Once upon a time there was a little girl who was completely oblivious to the world of healthy recipes. Her breakfasts commonly consisted of cereal, eggs cooked in the microwave with milk and covered in cheese, or toast loaded with peanut butter and jelly. If she made...