The SoWell Blog

Your Fat Cells Are Time Capsules Here's a biological fact that might shift your perspective on rapid weight loss: your fat cells are storage units for more than just energy....

Summer brings unique challenges for GLP-1 users—from post-holiday recovery to preparing for hotter days ahead. As temperatures rise and schedules shift, maintaining your medication routine requires thoughtful preparation. Whether you're...

When most people think about hydration, they picture athletic performance or avoiding headaches. But here's what's fascinating: your brain is about 75% water, and even mild dehydration—as little as 2%—can...

Emotional Neutrality and the Scale: Breaking Free from Diet Culture For many of us, stepping on the scale isn't just a simple act of measuring our weight—it's an emotional experience...

When many people hear "food logging," they immediately think of calorie counting apps and diet culture—meticulously weighing portions, scanning barcodes, and obsessing over macronutrients. But the SoWell Method takes a...

Setting Meaningful Goals for Weight Management When starting your weight loss journey, especially with GLP-1 medications, it's tempting to focus solely on numbers: pounds lost, clothing sizes dropped, or inches...

A note from SoWell founder Dr. Alexandra Sowa about weighing in as a daily habit: Does the thought of stepping on a scale make you want to avoid it at all...

When it comes to weight management, we've all heard the same advice: "You just need more willpower." This oversimplified view has dominated weight loss conversations for generations. But what if...

Right now, your body is operating 37.2 trillion power plants - one inside each of your cells. These microscopic energy factories are responsible for converting everything you eat and drink...