Sarah Idakwo. Registered Dietitian. (R.D) BSc (Hons)

Is the Carnivore Diet Healthy? A Dietitian’s Perspective

In recent years, the carnivore diet has gained significant attention as a radical approach to eating that focuses exclusively on animal products. It has been claimed that the carnivore diet can lead to weight loss, improved mental clarity, and even the reversal of chronic diseases. 

Almond Moms

Almond Moms: What They Are and Why It Matters.

If you’ve spent any time on TikTok recently, you’ve probably come across the term “almond moms”. This phrase has gained traction as a way to describe a certain type of parent, typically a mother, who imposes strict diet culture ideals on her children, often under the guise of promoting “wellness”.

NHS diabetes soup and shake diet: A dietitian’s review

Earlier this year, the success of the NHS “soups and shakes diet” program was announced, with plans to expand the program to more local health areas across the UK. 

While much success has been reported in terms of weight loss and diabetes remission, little attention has been given to the psychological, behavioural, and mental effects of being on such a low-calorie diet for 12 weeks.