About
Rachel Kim is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator specializing in plant-based nutrition and metabolic health. She translates complex nutritional research into practical meal plans and recipes for everyday wellness.
Articles by Rachel
Complete Guide to Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition
Learn which foods fight chronic inflammation and how to build an anti-inflammatory meal plan that actually works.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Benefits, Sources, and How Much You Need
Everything you need to know about omega-3s, from EPA and DHA to ALA -- food sources, supplement options, and evidence-based dosing.
Amino Acids
Organic compounds that serve as the building blocks of proteins, essential for muscle growth, immune function, and cellular repair.
Gut Health 101: The Microbiome and Why It Matters
Your gut microbiome affects everything from immunity to mood. Learn how to support digestive health through diet, probiotics, and lifestyle.
Plant-Based Protein: A Complete Guide for Vegetarians and Vegans
Meeting protein needs without meat is easier than you think. Complete amino acid profiles, top sources, and meal planning tips.
Sugar and Health: What You Need to Know About Added Sugars
How added sugars affect your body, how to read labels, and practical strategies for reducing sugar intake without feeling deprived.
Healthy Meal Prep: A Beginner's Guide to Weekly Planning
Save time and eat better with this step-by-step meal prep guide covering shopping, batch cooking, storage, and 5-day meal plans.
Burnout
A state of chronic physical and emotional exhaustion resulting from prolonged stress, often related to work demands.
Dementia
A general term for a decline in cognitive ability severe enough to interfere with daily life, with Alzheimer's being the most common type.
Bone Broth Benefits: Nutrition Facts and Overstated Claims
Bone broth is nutrient-rich, but is it a superfood? Separating genuine nutritional benefits from marketing hype.
Fasting
The voluntary abstinence from food and sometimes drink for a period of time, studied for metabolic and longevity benefits.
Cinnamon for Blood Sugar: What Diabetics Should Know
Some studies show cinnamon can modestly lower blood sugar. Which type works, effective dosage, and medication interactions.
BRAT Diet for Stomach Flu: Outdated Advice or Still Useful?
The BRAT diet was once standard for gastroenteritis. Modern guidelines recommend a different approach. Here is what changed.
Herbal Medicine
The use of plants and plant extracts for therapeutic purposes, one of the oldest forms of healthcare practiced worldwide.
Joint
The point where two or more bones meet, allowing movement and providing support. Joint health is critical for mobility at all ages.
Prebiotic Foods: Feeding Your Gut Bacteria for Better Health
Probiotics get the attention, but prebiotics are equally important. Which foods feed your beneficial gut bacteria.
IBS Diet Guide: Foods to Eat and Foods to Avoid
Managing IBS through diet starts with identifying triggers. A practical guide to the low-FODMAP approach and beyond.
Fermented Foods for Digestive Health: A Complete Guide
Kimchi, yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, and more. How fermented foods support gut health and which to try first.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals needed in small amounts that are essential for normal growth, development, and disease prevention.
Bloating Remedies: Causes, Prevention, and Fast Relief
Bloating affects most people regularly. Identify your triggers and find effective natural remedies for prevention and relief.