Resources

Hydration is a pillar of weight management, but the "8 glasses a day" rule isn't for everyone. We dive into the latest research on how water impacts metabolism, appetite, and fat burning to help you find your perfect daily intake.

Can fruit fit into a weight loss diet? Yes! In this guide, we explore the best fruits for satiety, metabolic health, and fat loss, while debunking common myths about fruit and its sugar content.

You wake up puffy and several pounds heavier, and you have no idea why. It's water retention, and the causes might surprise you. In this guide, we explore what causes your body to retain fluid, which foods and habits trigger bloating, and when water weight signals something more serious.

Are you accidentally sabotaging your own goals with counter-productive weight loss habits? Explore this deep dive into the common weight loss "hacks" that actually hold you back, featuring evidence-based swaps and practical advice from Fay's registered dietitians.

Metformin offers modest weight loss of 2-5% over a year in studies, not rapid results. And in the US, it’s not even approved for weight loss. The article breaks down why metformin works differently than diabetes drugs like Ozempic, and how blood sugar swings drive hunger and cravings. It also covers practical details about diabetes diet principles, and how exercise, sleep, stress levels, and more play significant roles in weight loss or weight gain. 

You see high-protein recipes everywhere and are probably wondering, “How much does protein REALLY matter?” Learn about how this macronutrient influences weight and overall health, and get inspiration from a 7-day, high-protein meal plan that will put weight loss on easy mode. 

If you have weight loss goals to hit, meal prep is one of the best ways to ensure your success. Learn how meal prepping beats decision fatigue and helps your body burn more energy through high-protein, fiber-rich meals that actually taste good.

Trulicity is a diabetes medication for blood sugar management, but many use it off-label for weight loss. How well does it really work? What results can you expect? How should you use Trulicity if your primary goal is weight loss? We dig into this and much more in this dietitian-guided breakdown of the drug.