Andy De Santis - Registered Dietitian

Andy De Santis - Registered Dietitian Hey guys! My name is Andy and I am a registered dietitian and nutrition blogger from Toronto. I will

Registered Dietitian providing 1-on-1 counselling ( online or in-person) for a variety of food/diet related concerns including weight management, sports nutrition, digestive health, cholesterol lowering, veganism and general healthy eating. Also a nutrition writer/blogger sharing insightful content on healthy living.

Diet, physical activity or BOTH?!Check the links in my bio for:1. Details on working with me to reverse fatty liver 2. F...
11/25/2025

Diet, physical activity or BOTH?!

Check the links in my bio for:

1. Details on working with me to reverse fatty liver

2. Fatty liver podcast chat hosted by

3. Polyphenol-packed blog post to learn how to do it

If you have 22 minutes and would like to learn about fatty liver disease from me then listen to my chat alongside who d...
11/25/2025

If you have 22 minutes and would like to learn about fatty liver disease from me then listen to my chat alongside who did a great job of getting a ton of great information out of me in a very efficient manner.

Links to our convo available via my profile & story!

Please take fatty liver seriously, as you’ll note in today’s graphic it has just recently become the leading cause of liver cancer in Sweden - but it only causes health problems if you do nothing about it.

That’s where I come in.

Polyphenols aren’t the only thing that can positively influence our gut environment to the benefit of liver health.Yogur...
11/24/2025

Polyphenols aren’t the only thing that can positively influence our gut environment to the benefit of liver health.

Yogurt is definetely on that list.

We have some good evidence that yogurt eaters have a lower risk of fatty liver disease and that when people who have a fatty liver are provided yogurt regularly that their markers of liver health improve.

Not to mention you can add flaxseed, cocoa powder and berries to make it a metabolic menace of a meal/snack

In the study I’ve shared in today’s post they provided people probiotic yogurt + a small amount of inulin which is a type of fibre known to boost healthy bacteria.

The amount they used is equivalent to what you could get from 1/2 of a green-ish banana, for example.

Happy Microbiome Monday - if you are looking for more insight into how specific foods and nutrients can influence your gut bacteria check the blog post I wrote on the topic linked in my bio/profile.

A high polyphenol diet sounds fancy but you are only three of six daily dietary choices away from being there.This is no...
11/22/2025

A high polyphenol diet sounds fancy but you are only three of six daily dietary choices away from being there.

This is not the only way to do it, but probably the easiest/most efficient.

You can learn more about what Polyphenols are and why they matter so much in today’s blog post linked in my story + bio.

This is a GROSS oversimplification but it’s F***l Friday so naturally we need to get a little nasty with it 😉TLDR ⬇️Peop...
11/21/2025

This is a GROSS oversimplification but it’s F***l Friday so naturally we need to get a little nasty with it 😉

TLDR ⬇️

People with a fatty liver have an over representation of harmful gut bacteria which in turn create compounds that are harmful to the liver because the gut and liver are connected and after blood flows through the GI tract it goes to the liver next.

Polyphenols have multiple positive influences on the GI tract which lead to it being much harder for these LPS compounds to escape to the liver thus reducing the strain on your liver that they cause and making it easier, ultimately, to reverse fatty liver disease.

People who eat more Polyphenols in their diet have an easier time reversing fatty liver disease and this is a big reason why.

Dark chocolate ain’t the only source though, check my Polyphenol Powered blog post linked in both my story and bio to learn more.

Struggling to get enough beans and veg in your diet?It just so happens that I know a food that offers the best of BOTH.S...
11/19/2025

Struggling to get enough beans and veg in your diet?

It just so happens that I know a food that offers the best of BOTH.

Swipe for more info and my thoughts how to use this knowledge to your advantage.

Remember that a food you think you don’t like is only an air fryer, some olive oil and an epic seasoning blend away from being way more delicious than you thought it was.

I’m part of the MGGA Movement - Make Groceries Great Again.Had a delightful chat with my homie on eating well on a budg...
11/18/2025

I’m part of the MGGA Movement - Make Groceries Great Again.

Had a delightful chat with my homie on eating well on a budget + the concept of “superfoods” so I decided to combine those themes together in today’s post.

You can listen to our chat via the links in my bio where you will also find information on my fatty liver fighters online course & coaching program.

MGGA, I got u.

Quinoa is nutritionally speaking the closest starchy food to legumes and a good alternative for those who don’t enjoy be...
11/17/2025

Quinoa is nutritionally speaking the closest starchy food to legumes and a good alternative for those who don’t enjoy beans.

When used to replace or combine with other starchy foods it’s likely that quinoa will contribute to a reduction in triglycerides and insulin resistance - two of the most important markers of good liver health.

I want to know the one food you eat more often because of me….. 😜
11/16/2025

I want to know the one food you eat more often because of me….. 😜

Want a more anti-inflammatory diet?Start seasoning your food 😀
11/15/2025

Want a more anti-inflammatory diet?

Start seasoning your food 😀

Despite your text message history suggesting otherwise there is no question in my mind that flavonoid is your brain’s ne...
11/13/2025

Despite your text message history suggesting otherwise there is no question in my mind that flavonoid is your brain’s new favourite “F” word.

Flavonoid sounds like a fancy word but it just refers to a family of anti-inflammatory compounds that scientists believe decrease inflammation in our brain and probably also improve brain blood flow too.

Take note that the majority of foods on today’s list are fruits and vegetables - friendly reminder they MATTER

This is one of the reasons why we often see that a higher flavonoid diet is associated with a lower dementia risk.

It is also true that fatty liver disease is known to increase brain aging + cognitive decline AND flavonoids have also been demonstrated to be VERY good for liver health.

So get the F out of here and go read my Flavonoid Food Guide post linked in my bio/profile.

BONUS - Here’s how I get my flavonoids

Anthocyanins - usually frozen blueberries after dinner

Flavan-3-ols - I eat at least one of dark chocolate, apples or iced green tea most days of the week

Flavonols - kale, broccoli and onions are among my most frequently consumed vegetables

Flavones - I’m lacking a bit here but I often season the F out my food so I get parsley in that way

How do you get yours in? Lmk below

Reducing liver fibrosis is harder and more important than reducing liver fat levels in those who have liver fibrosis.It ...
11/12/2025

Reducing liver fibrosis is harder and more important than reducing liver fat levels in those who have liver fibrosis.

It takes longer and unlike reducing liver fat it relies more on losing bodyweight to see measurable changes.

The study I’ve shared today is considered among the most famous lifestyle studies for fibrosis reversal and should give hope to anyone with F1-F3 fibrosis.

The study authors also noted that those participants who lowered their blood sugar (A1C) more were more likely to reverse their liver fibrosis - this is EXACTLY why I always talk about easy blood sugar lowering strategies.

If you are ready to fight back against fatty liver disease using lifestyle strategies - I’m here to help.

Comment “liver” below and I’ll reach out with more information about my course & coaching program.

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