Glycemic Index is widely cited but frequently misapplied — the watermelon example illustrates why Glycemic Load is more clinically meaningful. This post explains the difference between GI and GL, reviews evidence-based strategies for blunting glycemic response (food order, cooling, acid, fibre pairing), and covers practical application for clients managing blood sugar.

A Cochrane review confirms that dietitian-led counselling produces significantly better outcomes for cholesterol, blood pressure, and diet quality than written advice alone. This post explores what dietitians actually do beyond handing out meal plans, how they differ from apps and algorithms, and how to operationalize personalized care at scale.

The ubiquitous '8 glasses a day' rule has no scientific basis — as a 2002 physiological review confirmed. This post unpacks where the myth came from, what individual fluid needs actually depend on, reliable indicators of hydration status, and common myths about coffee, thirst, and urine colour.