BetterByDesign Nutrition

09/25/2026

Do you have high lipoprotein(a)? Did you know that Lp(a) is determined by genetics and cannot be lowered by diet, lifestyle, or statin medication? There ARE ways to reduce the risk of a heart attack by aggressively targeting modifiable risk factors.

Lp(a) is a genetically determined particle that indicates an individual's risk of developing CVD and is unaffected by diet and exercise.

09/04/2026

Watermelon and a medium glazed donut have approximately the SAME Glycemic Index but have a very DIFFERENT impact on blood sugar. Read how this relates to your morning smoothie.
https://bbdnutrition.com/2023/08/13/do-smoothies-quadruple-glycemic-index/

09/03/2026

Does blending fruit into a smoothie
really quadruple its glycemic Index?

Does blending fruit into a smoothie really quadruple its Glycemic Index, and what effect does the disruption of fiber have on blood sugar?

09/02/2026

An August 2026 study found that long term use of Metformin may lower the odds of dementia by ~60% compared to placebo.

https://bbdnutrition.com/2026/03/26/metformin-lowers-risk-of-dementia/

08/28/2026

This is the final article in the three-part series on SIBO. Most people understand the role of antibiotics or antimicrobials in treatment, but not how dietary changes before, during, and after antimicrobials can reduce the likelihood of SIBO recurring.

This article outlines an evidence-based dietary approach used in conjunction with antimicrobials in the treatment of SIBO.

08/21/2026

The third article about treatment options that combine antimicrobials and diet will be posted tomorrow. If you haven't read the first two articles in the 3-part series: What Is SIBO? and How Is SIBO Diagnosed?, you may want to start there. See the first two posts below.

08/20/2026

People with low stomach acid due to aging or taking PPIs for GERD, with motility issues, and even those with moderate alcohol consumption are at increased risk of SIBO. This is the 2nd in a 3-part series. Next is treatment.

This article outlines why it can be very challenging to get diagnosed with SIBO and the different tests available.

08/19/2026

Before we can effectively treat SIBO, we need to understand what it is. This is the first in a series of 3 articles. Next is diagnosis.

Before we can effectively treat SIBO, we need to understand what it is. First in a series of 3 articles about SIBO. Next is diagnosis,

08/14/2026

UPDATE: Someone who follows me on Facebook reached out yesterday to let me know that on July 30, Consumer Labs published a review of avocado oil purity, freshness, and taste, which included both national and store brands. The post below has been updated to include this info.

A new study from UC Davis found that the oil in avocado mayonnaise was not 100%, but it's easy to make mayo at home! The facts from the study & the recipe.

08/12/2026

A new study from UC Davis found that the oil in avocado mayonnaise was not 100%, but it's easy to make mayo at home! The facts from the study and a tried-and-true recipe.
https://bbdnutrition.com/2018/01/17/alternative-to-adulterated-avocado-mayo/

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