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We've given five vegetables their very own verses to the tune of Row, Row, Row Your Boat, complete with fun facts about ...
10/28/2026

We've given five vegetables their very own verses to the tune of Row, Row, Row Your Boat, complete with fun facts about how each one helps our bodies.

🥦 Broccoli brings fiber, folate and vitamin C.
🥕 Carrots contain beta-carotene, which supports healthy vision.
🌿 Spinach provides iron, folate and vitamin K.
🫑 Bell peppers are packed with vitamin C.
🍠 Sweet potatoes offer fiber, potassium and vitamin A.

Parents, grandparents and teachers: Swipe through the pictures, sing each verse together and invite your little ones to join in!

You can even bring the song into the kitchen. Let children help wash vegetables, identify their colors or choose something new to try. The more opportunities children have to explore nutritious foods with curiosity and enjoyment, the more familiar those foods become. 🩵

And who knows? You might end up with a kitchen full of children singing about broccoli. 🎵

10/24/2026

It’s fun to create our own mash-ups, so let’s try it!

Samhain (pronounced sow-en, sow rhymes with cow) teaches us why we need mindfulness as the dark half of the year arrives. Hygge (pronounced HUE-gah) gives us the cozy, candle-lit tools to enjoy doing it. Let's name it Celtic Hygge. What do you think? Ready to bring more mindfulness into your routine? (Hint: It lowers cortisol, reduces stress, increases focus, and quiets down a very, very noisy world.)

Here are ways to blend the spiritual reflection of Samhain with the comfort of Hygge, using the senses to weave warmth into cooler days. 🩵

🕯️ The "Celtic-Hygge" Autumn Routine

1. Create a "Modern Hearth" (Sight & Touch)

Celtic: Samhain began by extinguishing old fires and lighting a communal bonfire to signal a fresh start.
Hygge: Candles create cozy warmth.
Action: Designate a corner of your home as your winter sanctuary. Light a beeswax or wood-wick candle at dusk to signal that the workday is over and it's time to slow down.

2. Practice "The Great Letting Go" (Mindset & Introspection)

Celtic: Nature sheds its leaves because it cannot carry them through winter. Samhain invites us to reflect on what to leave behind.
Hygge: Strip away life's complexities and focus on the present.
Action: Write down three burdens, habits, or stresses you want to release. Safely burn the paper in a fireplace, or tear it up as a symbolic release.

3. Brew a "Gathering Drink" (Taste & Smell)

Celtic: Celebrate the final harvest of apples, berries, and root crops.
Hygge: Hot, comforting drinks in oversized mugs.
Action: Make Irish spiced apple c***r or warm herbal tea with chamomile, cinnamon, and a drop of Irish honey. Sip slowly, without screens.

4. Enjoy "Hearthside Storytelling" (Sound & Community)

Celtic: Dark nights were spent sharing folklore, history, and memories of ancestors around the fire.
Hygge: Intimate, low-stress socializing with zero pretense.
Action: Skip the TV. Dim the lights, play soft Irish acoustic music, and share memories with a loved one, or journal family stories.

But most of all, try to remember the beauty and warmth that surrounds you in cold times. [The Parting Glass melody. Beautiful.] 🩵

The Headless Horseman might not have to worry about metabolic health, but the rest of us do! 🎃 Boo! 👻October is full of ...
10/22/2026

The Headless Horseman might not have to worry about metabolic health, but the rest of us do! 🎃 Boo! 👻

October is full of sweet temptations, but keeping your health on track doesn't have to be a scary nightmare. Managing diabetes and weight loss doesn't mean you have to bury your head in Sleepy Hollow, it just takes a few smart strategies to stay ahead of the game.

If you want to enjoy the season without those scary blood sugar spikes, try these three simple wellness tricks:

* 🥜 Pair your treats. If you have a piece of Halloween candy, eat it alongside a handful of almonds or walnuts. The healthy fats and protein help slow down glucose absorption. Always follow the guidance given to you by Idaho Weight Loss and Wellness.

* 🚪 The "out of sight" trick. Keep the candy bowl tucked away inside a cupboard instead of sitting on the kitchen counter. Out of sight truly means out of mind for mindless grazing!

* 😴 Prioritize your sleep. Fun fact: Chronic sleep deprivation raises cortisol (the stress hormone), which triggers intense sugar cravings and makes weight loss much harder.

* 📋 Always follow your Idaho Weight Loss and Wellness plan.

Ichabod Crane might fear the spooky season, but you don’t have to. With small, mindful changes, you can protect your metabolic health and still enjoy the autumn vibes! 🍂

👇 What is your biggest struggle when it comes to avoiding the Halloween candy bowl? Let us know in the comments!

10/20/2026

Dr. Gilman often recommends a high-protein, limited carb breakfast to help support steadier energy and better blood sugar control.

For many patients, especially those working on blood sugar control, weight loss, or reducing cravings, Idaho Weight Loss and Wellness will recommend a specific set of dietary goals to make sense for your body. The goal is to help your body shift into a better metabolic rhythm early in the day.

A protein-focused breakfast can help curb mid-morning hunger, reduce carb cravings, and support steadier energy. It is also one of the habits Dr. Gilman returns to again and again when helping patients build a healthier foundation.

A few simple ideas include eggs, cottage cheese, a low-carb protein shake, turkey sausage, or leftover protein from the night before.

Small choices in the morning can shape the rest of the day. 🌅

If you’d like help finding a medical approach that works for your body and your goals, call Idaho Weight Loss & Wellness. (208) 420-9310. 📲

🥾🍂Happy Saturday from Dr. Brad Gilman and the team at Idaho Weight Loss and Wellness! Channel your inner childhood explo...
10/17/2026

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Happy Saturday from Dr. Brad Gilman and the team at Idaho Weight Loss and Wellness! Channel your inner childhood explorer today—grab some water and hit the trail to see what you can see. Challenge yourself to a game of "autumn color finding" while exploring the Canyon Rim Trail in Twin Falls, winding through the gorgeous Magic Valley and Twin Falls County, or taking in the golden aspens up in Sun Valley (yes, we see you too, Blaine County!). Getting moving outdoors while soaking in the fall colors is the happiest way to lower your cortisol. Happy stepping! 🍂

"The bear went over the mountain, to see what he could see..." — Traditional Children's Song 🍂🐻

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10/16/2026

🌎 It’s World Food Day! Here in Twin Falls, we are incredibly lucky to be surrounded by amazing local agriculture. But with so many conflicting nutrition trends out there, how do you actually fill your plate?

At Idaho Weight Loss and Wellness, Dr. Brad Gilman focuses on finding the lifestyle blueprint that works uniquely for your metabolism. Whether you are thriving on:
✨ The heart-healthy Mediterranean Diet
✨ The clean-burning Paleo Lifestyle
✨ Or a muscle-building, High-Protein Vegetarian plan...
..the secret is always real food first. No gimmicks, just sustainable health.

🥦 Want to build a plate that actually gives you energy? Let’s design a custom nutrition plan that fits your life. Give the team a call or visit us right here in Twin Falls!

“If nothing changes, nothing changes.” (Common saying in Alcoholics Anonymous.) "For any of us to have success losing fa...
10/13/2026

“If nothing changes, nothing changes.” (Common saying in Alcoholics Anonymous.) "For any of us to have success losing fat and remodeling our bodies, we cannot continue doing the same things that got us here in the first place. Therefore, all of us need to change behaviors in order to lose weight and then maintain that weight loss."

—Dr. Brad Gilman

Change doesn't have to happen all at once. Sometimes it begins with one small decision: taking a walk, trying a new food, changing a familiar routine, or making a little more time for meal planning.

Those small decisions can become habits, and over time, those habits can make a meaningful difference in your health.

You don't have to change everything today. Just start with something. 💙

*Inspired by Dr. Brad Gilman's book, Modern Weight Management.*

10/10/2026

🍂 A Little Autumn in Every Spoonful!

Butternut squash, hearty lentils, and a fragrant blend of warming spices? We found a recipe that tastes like it was made for harvest season!

This beautiful "Butternut Squash & Lentil Soup" from EatingWell brings together the natural sweetness of seasonal squash with cinnamon, cumin, coriander and allspice. Add a swirl of creamy Greek yogurt, a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, and you've got something special.

And there's plenty of goodness behind those delicious autumn flavors! Each serving provides:

🍁 16 grams of plant-based protein to help keep you satisfied.

🍁 12 grams of fiber to support digestive health.

🍁 Vitamin A and other important nutrients from colorful seasonal vegetables.

🍁 A whole lot of cozy for a crisp autumn afternoon.

Our little harvest-season twist? Try adding a pinch of cardamom, a wonderfully aromatic spice that pairs beautifully with squash and cinnamon.

Good nutrition should taste this good. 🧡

Find the full recipe: High-Protein Butternut Squash & Lentil Soup https://www.eatingwell.com/butternut-squash-lentil-soup-11866859
Or Instagram users, search for High-Protein Butternut Squash & Lentil Soup by Eating Well, Published on January 7, 2026.

Recipe by Amanda Stanfield for EatingWell.

“Our maintenance program is a five-step process with a mindset of Strive for progress, not perfection.”—Dr. Brad Gilman ...
10/09/2026

“Our maintenance program is a five-step
process with a mindset of
Strive for progress, not perfection.”

—Dr. Brad Gilman 🩺

From his book: Modern Weight Management. 🩵

10/08/2026

We spend a lot of time talking about what to do for our health: move more, eat well, drink water, get outside. There’s no doubt about it, all of that is important. But sometimes wellness is deciding you’re done for the day.

While you sleep, your body and brain are busy:
* Repairing and recovering: Sleep supports tissue repair, muscle recovery and immune function.
* Clearing out the day: During sleep, the brain’s waste-clearance system becomes more active, helping remove metabolic waste that accumulates while we’re awake.
* Sorting and storing: Sleep helps consolidate memories and supports learning, attention and problem-solving.
* Regulating the system: Consistent, sufficient sleep supports mood, stress regulation, metabolism and cardiovascular health.

Most adults need about 7–9 hours of sleep each night, but good sleep hygiene matters too: keeping a fairly consistent schedule, creating a dark and comfortable sleep environment, and giving your brain a little time to wind down before bed.

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