The SoWell Blog

With all the buzz surrounding drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, you might be wondering if they’re a good option for you. Here's what you need to know. 

You’ve heard that GLP-1 agonist drugs like Ozempic help manage diabetes and support weight loss, but the list of health benefits linked to these drugs is growing by the day....

GLP-1 Drugs Are Not a Vanity Weight Loss Fad—They’re A Medical Breakthrough! 

When it comes to weight loss, most people focus on what they eat. But how your body processes that food might matter even more. Recent research has unveiled a fascinating...

There's a science to maintaining your strength while losing weight on GLP-1s, and it's simpler than you might think. Meet Amelia: a CrossFit enthusiast and Orange Theory regular who loved...

For many of us, our relationship with food feels complicated – full of rules, restrictions, and trust issues. We've been through cycles of restrictive dieting followed by rebounds that leave...

BMI isn’t totally worth throwing out the window, but labs are more accurate than BMI when it comes to identifying disease.

Your lab results aren't just numbers on a page - they're messages about your metabolic health. Each marker tells a story about how your body is functioning and where it...

When we expand our view of progress beyond the scale, we often discover that the most meaningful changes are the ones we didn't expect to measure at all. A Guide...

Backed up and on a GLP-1 medication? You’re not alone! The good news is that constipation isn’t a requirement while on these meds; you just need to know how to eat and...

Why collagen should be a priority during weight loss

When doctors first began prescribing vitamin B6 for morning sickness in the 1940s, they couldn't have imagined how relevant their discovery would become in 2024. Today, this simple vitamin is...

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...

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...

You've probably heard of the five love languages in relationships, but did you know your body has its own love languages too?! Let's explore how understanding these biological communication systems...

Ultimately, you're the final authority on what weight is best for you. Here's the info you need to make educated decisions about your health. 

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 in 10 women worldwide, with symptoms ranging from irregular menstrual cycles and infertility to weight gain and insulin resistance. For many women with PCOS,...

Understanding your body's natural timeline is key to managing PCOS and hormone health effectively. While we often expect quick results from health interventions, hormone balance follows a precise biological schedule—one...