Whole Health Partners’ Blog
Beyond Calories: The Complexity of Weight Loss
For decades, the prevailing belief has been that weight loss is a simple equation of "calories in versus calories out." While this equation does hold some truth, it oversimplifies the intricate nature of human metabolism and fails to consider various other crucial factors that influence weight management.
Unlocking the Metabolic Magic: Why Strength Training is a Must
When it comes to fitness, many people tend to focus on cardio exercises like running, cycling, or swimming to burn calories and improve their cardiovascular health. While cardiovascular workouts are undeniably valuable, an equally important and often underestimated component of fitness is strength training.
The Rhythms of Health: Exploring the Connection Between Circadian Rhythm and Metabolic Health
In our fast-paced world, where work and social commitments often dictate our schedules, we tend to overlook one of the most crucial aspects of our well-being: our circadian rhythm. This internal biological clock plays a significant role in regulating various bodily functions, including metabolism.
Power Up Your Meals with 30g of Protein
Why Protein Matters
Protein is an essential macronutrient that plays a crucial role in repairing tissues, building muscle, supporting immune function, and maintaining healthy skin, hair, and nails. Including an adequate amount of protein in each meal can also help you feel fuller for longer, which can aid in weight management.
Nurturing a Growth Mindset for Optimal Health and Wellbeing
Have you heard the term growth mindset? It's often used in the context of personal or career development, learning, and success. However, this powerful mindset also plays a crucial role in shaping our health and overall well-being.
And by adopting a growth mindset in the context of health, we can transform the way we approach challenges, setbacks, and self-improvement, leading to a happier, healthier life.
Walk Your Way to Better Sleep
Walking is not only a great way to stay active during the day, but it can also positively impact the quality of your sleep at night. So put on your walking shoes and let's dive into the fascinating world of sleep and walking!
GLP-1 Medications: Whole Health Partners’ Approach
We founded Whole Health Partners to serve as a collaborative practice which works closely with our patients’ primary care providers. With the rise in use of GLP-1 medications for weight loss, we thought it was important to share with you how we approach this important but relatively new class of drug.
Surprising Factors That Impact Blood Glucose Levels
Maintaining stable blood glucose levels is crucial for overall health and well-being. Yet various factors can influence blood glucose regulation, and these extend well beyond just diet and exercise. Sleep, stress, macronutrients, microbiome, and environmental toxins all play a role.
That’s why we often work with our patients to help them understand these influences, so that they can make informed choices to take control of their health and support optimal blood glucose control.
Supercharged Smoothies for Metabolic Health
Metabolic health plays a crucial role in maintaining our overall wellness and energy levels. By incorporating nutrient-dense ingredients into your diet, you can support a healthy metabolism and promote optimal functioning of your body's engine.
We also hear from our patients, however, that it can be hard to eat optimally with a busy schedule.
That’s why we often recommend supercharged smoothies as a quick way to get a nutrient boost on the go.
Boost Your Brain. Get Better Sleep.
Ever wake up after a poor night’s sleep feeling low energy, irritated, or foggy?
You’re far from alone.
At Whole Health Partners, one of the things we emphasize with our patients is the critical role that sleep plays in rejuvenating our bodies and optimizing our brain function.