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🤔 Ever wondered what those hard-to-pronounce ingredients on your food labels mean? Decode your food with the Yuka app and ensure what you’re eating is safe! 🍎📚 (The full video is below on my IG page 👇🏼)

Did you know Red No. 3 is derived from petroleum? If you're feeling a bit let down by your go-to snacks, you're definitely not alone. FD&C Red No. 3 is everywhere it seems! It's time to shed light on the hidden truths of processed foods and empower yourself to make informed choices about what you consume. 🥗✨

Processed snacks often come with a side of mystery ingredients. Let's start a conversation: What are some of your favorite whole-food snacks? Drop your thoughts 💭👇🏼

[This was a throwback that I thought worth re-broadcasting. The whole clip is below on IG, if interested.]

The Big 3!!
Ladies, your health impacts your sexual wellness too! Dr. Dave recently joined Dr. Tosha on her podcast, "Dr. Tosha After Dark," where they delved into how chronic conditions impact sexual function. The Big 3 conversation is one you won't want to miss!🤯

Subscribe to Dr. Tosha's podcast on YouTube: "Dr. Tosha After Dark" to catch this enlightening episode and more!

💬 Let's talk about high blood pressure and its often-overlooked impact on women's sexual function.🤯 🩺Dr. Dave and Dr. Tosha delve into this crucial discussion on the latest episode of her podcast, "Dr. Tosha After Dark".

Go subscribe to my girl on YT: https://youtu.be/eg5OAeMz7Rc?si=-c1Fn97cZXDZbjN3

Today is AMKD Awareness Day.

APOL1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD) is a genetic kidney disease that can start at a younger age and advance faster than other kidney diseases. Early diagnosis of AMKD can potentially delay the need for dialysis or a kidney transplant, so it’s important to become .

People of certain African descent, including those who are Black, African-American, Afro-Caribbean, or Latino/ Latina, are more likely to have APOL1 gene variants (mutations), that in turn put them at higher risk for AMKD.

Learn more about AMKD and join the in AMKD Awareness Day: kidneyfund.org/APOL1aware.

I'm excited to partner with the AKF this year. Save the date 📅: AMKD Awareness Day is on April 29!

APOL1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD) is a rapidly progressive form of genetic kidney disease that can develop even at a young age. People of west or central African descent who inherited certain variations of the APOL1 genes have an increased risk of developing AMKD.

Join the in recognizing AMKD Awareness Day and become . Learn more: kidneyfund.org/APOL1aware

Remember the 2-Minute Check Up? Reposting to whet your search appetite about potential benefits and harms. Be an expert if you decide to take these medications!!
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📌 GLP-1 receptor agonists are changing the game in weight management 🏋️ and diabetes care. They help regulate blood sugar, curb appetite 🍽️, and even have heart-protective benefits ❤️. But, like any medication, they come with side effects—some mild, some worth paying close attention to.

🌟 The most common? Constipation and nausea. These meds slow down how fast food moves through your stomach 🥗 and intestines—this is why you feel fuller longer, but it also means digestion can get sluggish. The good news? Most people can manage these symptoms with fiber, hydration 💧, and over-the-counter remedies like magnesium or stool softeners.

🤢 Nausea and vomiting happen for the same reason—slower gastric emptying. Your stomach holds food longer, which helps with appetite control but can sometimes lead to discomfort. Eating smaller meals and avoiding greasy foods can make a big difference.

💡 Diarrhea and acid reflux are the flip side. When digestion slows down, some people experience loose stools or acid backing up into the esophagus. A balanced diet and not lying down right after eating can help.

Fatigue is another one. Since GLP-1 medications change how your body processes glucose and insulin, energy levels can fluctuate. This usually improves as your body adapts.

🏋️‍♂️ A lesser-known but important effect? Muscle loss. Like all weight loss medications, GLP-1s don’t just reduce fat—they also lead to some loss of muscle mass, often more than other treatments. The fix? Make your muscles work. Strength training and a protein-forward diet are key to preserving muscle while shedding fat.

☕✨ Sandye transforms her personal journey with lung issues into a mission to shield her clients from toxins commonly found in beauty products and beauty salons! 🌟 Don't miss out on her empowering story!

Catch the full YouTube episode 🔗 in bio! 📺✨

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message: 🎶✨Syleena Johnson serves up the real tea from behind-the-scenes of the 🎤In this must-see episode, she reveals the mind games she’s faced throughout her career.

👉 Hit that ♥️button!
🔗 Check out the full video ⬆️ link in our bio.

Part 3: of a 3-part video series using nothing but a whiteboard and a lot of Dr. Dave enthusiasm. He explains what happens to the other calories when I drink 🥃🍷🥂🍺

Part 2: of a 3-part video series using nothing but a whiteboard and a lot of Dr. Dave enthusiasm. Who would've thought? Is this really true about my nightcap? 🥃 Dr. Dave's inner-science nerd on full display! 🔬

Part 3: (next) And the kicker.... (🥁please)