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Dive deep into my thoughts about eating well and living well.


Losing Weight Has Never Been Easier… But What About Health?
A reflection on the physical, nutritional and emotional impacts of these medications Today I want to talk about the so-called “weight loss injections”, a topic that is everywhere at the moment — on social media, in consultations and even in conversations among friends and family. The movement has become so strong that, in some cases, people feel excluded if they are not using them, as if this were necessary to fit into society — often without truly thinking about their health
Marcela Ferreira
May 134 min read


Is 99 kcal always the same? Why calorie counting can be misleading
If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you’ve probably heard this: “Just eat fewer calories.” And while calories do matter, this idea is often oversimplified. Because your body doesn’t work like a calculator. It works through biology. Two foods can have the same number of calories…but completely different effects on your metabolism, hunger, and overall health. Let’s explore why. Not all calories are processed the same way Calories measure energy, but they don’t tell the full st
Marcela Ferreira
Apr 272 min read


Weight loss is not linear: understanding the critical phases
At the beginning of a new year, weight loss often becomes one of the most common resolutions. Motivation is high, plans feel exciting and expectations can be big.What many people don’t realise is that weight loss is not a straight line — and that’s completely normal. Understanding the most common phases of weight loss can help you stay consistent, realistic and kind to yourself along the journey. Below, I explain the three most common phases and how to navigate each one in a
Marcela Ferreira
Jan 122 min read
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