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Right Nutrition Works Right Nutrition Works, started by Prajakta Apte - Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN) help people create healthier lifestyle.

Right Nutrition Works is a privately owned practice founded by Prajakta Apte - Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN). Right Nutrtion Works works with people of all ages who are conscious about their health and who may struggle with weight loss, weight gain, and knowing how to stick with a healthy lifestyle plan. Prajakta helps her clients learn how to transform their understanding of health and nutrition, so they can be confident and be known as an expert in health and nutrition among their tribe. She does this through a friendly warm understanding approach by customizing your dietary habits and lifestyle for perpetual results. Prajakta sees all her clients in the privacy of her office by appointments and accepts a variety of different medical insurance coverage. It's time to stop struggling and start living! http://www.rightnutritionworks.com/

It’s easy to think of spices as simple garnishes, but for centuries they’ve supported digestion, boosted energy, and hel...
02/23/2026

It’s easy to think of spices as simple garnishes, but for centuries they’ve supported digestion, boosted energy, and helped calm inflammation. The real challenge today isn’t whether turmeric “works” — it’s whether we slow down enough to notice its effects. We rush through wellness recipes, hoping for results overnight.

These five spices have a long history of soothing the body’s inflammatory responses. Their value isn’t just biochemical; they also invite us to pause. The warmth rising from a skillet, the aroma filling the kitchen, and the act of preparing a meal with intention can be just as healing as the spices themselves.

1. Ginger
Grated into broth, stirred into tea, or sautéed with garlic, ginger brings sharp warmth. If digestion feels slow or your joints ache after a long day, adding fresh ginger to dinner may help especially when it’s allowed to gently simmer.

2. Turmeric
Turmeric works best when it becomes part of your routine. Pair it with a fat source (like coconut milk) and a pinch of black pepper to support absorption. Its benefits show up more clearly when you slow down enough to notice them.

3. Cinnamon
Cinnamon is more than just a holiday spice; it may help regulate blood sugar levels and reduce inflammation in the body. Adding it to oatmeal or warm almond milk might not transform your day, but it could help you feel a bit more balanced, especially after a hectic morning.

4. Cumin
Earthy and grounding, cumin aids digestion effectively but quietly. If you experience bloating or sluggishness after certain meals, toasting cumin seeds in oil before cooking may enhance your gut's responsiveness.

5. Fennel
Sipped as tea after dinner or added to roasted vegetables, fennel has a soft, slightly sweet quality that can help ease post-meal tension, especially if you’ve been clenching your jaw throughout the day.

It’s not about filling your pantry with “healing” ingredients. It’s about recognizing which ones your body responds to when you’re finally quiet enough to listen.

It doesn't begin with sugar, cravings, or even hunger. Often, constant snacking stems from a low-grade restlessness that...
02/20/2026

It doesn't begin with sugar, cravings, or even hunger. Often, constant snacking stems from a low-grade restlessness that lurks beneath the surface -- whether mental, physical, emotional, or a combination of all three.

You're not full and not exactly hungry, yet you find yourself pacing the kitchen again, looking for something crunchy or cold, something salty to ground yourself in that moment. Even when you're not under-eating, you still reach for food.

This behavior isn't about willpower or discipline; it's about how the nervous system signals the body to seek stability. Unfortunately, food, particularly frequent snacking, often becomes a substitute for what you truly need.

Over time, though, this pattern can influence how your hormones function. Here’s how.

1. Blood sugar rarely settles when eating never stops.
Every time you eat, even small bites, your blood sugar fluctuates, and insulin levels rise in response. When these ups and downs occur without a break, cortisol may be released more frequently than necessary.

2. Ghrelin and leptin stop communicating clearly.
These hormones help you feel genuine hunger, not just the idea of it. When food is always available, this conversation becomes dull.

3. Digestion prefers rhythm over chaos.
Your gut lining, enzymes, and stomach acid operate in cycles. Constant snacking interrupts these cycles not dramatically, but enough to matter, especially if you are dealing with fatigue, bloating, or irregularity.

4. Snacking can mask other hormonal signals.
Sometimes what feels like a craving is actually a sign of fluctuating blood sugar, poor sleep, or low progesterone. If the response is always to eat, it’s easy to miss what’s underneath.
There are times when grazing is all your body can handle, and that’s okay. But if you often reach for snacks and rarely feel satisfied, it may help to ask yourself: Is this true hunger, or is it a habit trying to meet a deeper need

You don't need to solve it right away, but simply noticing it is a good first step.

Sometimes, it’s difficult to identify what’s happening in your body. You’re not crying, but your chest feels tight. You’...
02/19/2026

Sometimes, it’s difficult to identify what’s happening in your body. You’re not crying, but your chest feels tight. You’re not panicking, but your thoughts keep looping. You open the fridge, stand there for a moment, and then close it again. The urge to do something is strong, but the energy to make a choice is lacking.

Here are a few ways to give yourself that attention.

1. Step away from the decision asking too much.
Whether it’s choosing what to eat or responding in a tense conversation, let the decision wait. Shift to something physical: wash a dish, change rooms, or hold something cold. You’re not forcing clarity — just giving your senses something else to engage with.

2. Ask what you’re holding that isn’t yours.
You may have absorbed emotions without realizing it at the moment, like tension from a friend's venting, stress from a partner's silence, or a general feeling of overwhelm after scrolling for 15 minutes. This buildup doesn't always come with a clear story, but it still manifests in your body.

3. Shrink the window of focus.
Overload often occurs when we try to manage too much at once. Focus your attention on the next ten minutes. Don't worry about the next conversation or task; focus on what you can accomplish in this brief period. What would help you feel more balanced? A warm drink? Softer lighting? Or perhaps opening a window?

4. Give your body a cue that nothing is chasing it.
Often, the nervous system needs small cues to signal safety. Try resting your hand on your belly and making your exhale a little longer than your inhale. If you're feeling cold, put on some socks. Remember, you’re not trying to fix the emotion; instead, you’re just letting your body know it’s not alone in experiencing it.

5. Name it gently, if it helps.
“This is overwhelming.”
“This is heartbreak.”
“This is a lot.”

Emotional overload does not require optimization; it requires honesty, connection, and at times, the smallest possible next step. When your system feels overwhelmed, it often just needs reassurance that it can process another feeling.

You don’t need a diagnosis to notice the link between stress and your gut. When deadlines pile up and sleep drops, diges...
02/16/2026

You don’t need a diagnosis to notice the link between stress and your gut. When deadlines pile up and sleep drops, digestion often shifts appetite changes, bloating, or that queasy feeling before a meeting.

This isn’t imagined. Your nervous system communicates through your digestive system. Here’s what stress can do:

1. The body reroutes resources
Your body redirects energy away from digestion when it senses pressure. This is not a malfunction; it is a matter of prioritization. Your body is getting ready to react, rather than absorb nutrients.

2. The vagus nerve pulls back
Digestion is managed by the parasympathetic nervous system, especially through the vagus nerve. When stress increases, vagal tone decreases. This can slow down motility, lower stomach acid production, or disrupt enzyme release, all before you take your first bite.

3. Cortisol affects your gut lining
Chronic stress increases cortisol levels, which can gradually damage the protective lining of your intestines. This makes it more likely for inflammation or food sensitivities to arise, even if your diet hasn’t changed.

4. Your microbiome listens
The bacteria in your gut are quite sensitive to your condition. Cortisol and adrenaline can change their environment, affecting diversity and balance. The result may manifest as bloating, constipation, or diarrhea, despite no alterations in diet.

5. Sensation amplifies under tension
Stress can heighten visceral hypersensitivity, making normal digestive processes, such as gas movement or food breakdown, feel sharper or more uncomfortable than usual.

6. Stress patterns aren’t always dramatic
Even minor daily tensions, such as late meals, background worry, and insufficient sleep, can accumulate quietly until they alter the way your gut functions. Often, we only become aware of these changes when symptoms finally emerge.

Digestion isn’t just physical it reflects how safe and supported you feel. Stress‑related gut symptoms aren’t failure; they’re your body responding exactly as it’s designed to, seeking balance rather than quick fixes.

You may have already noticed that your stomach feels tighter on certain days, or that a meal that sat well with you last...
02/13/2026

You may have already noticed that your stomach feels tighter on certain days, or that a meal that sat well with you last week now leaves you feeling bloated by dinner. It's easy to attribute this to "gut issues" or think you need to cut something from your diet.
However, what if that discomfort is not just about what you're eating, but also about when and how you eat, as well as how your hormonal levels affect your body’s ability to digest food?

Hormones and digestion are not separate systems; they constantly influence each other. If you’re experiencing discomfort, such as constipation, brain fog, or inflammation, it’s worth considering factors that may be affecting your digestion upstream.

Here are a few areas to start paying attention to:

1. Progesterone and Slower Motility
During the luteal phase, progesterone rises and can slow digestion. This may make you feel full faster or for longer. On days when this happens, smaller portions or easier‑to‑digest foods like cooked greens instead of raw salads can feel more comfortable.

2. Cortisol and Digestive Disruption
When stress persists, cortisol stays elevated. High cortisol redirects blood flow away from digestion, which can lead to bloating after rushed meals or a lower appetite during stressful weeks.

3. Blood Sugar Swings and Gut Sensitivity
Low blood sugar, especially when meals are skipped or unbalanced, can increase gut reactivity. You may notice more stomach gurgling when you’re anxious and undernourished.

4. Estrogen and Bile Flow
Estrogen helps produce bile, which is needed to break down fats. When estrogen drops too low or fluctuates, bile flow can slow, leading to nausea, gas, or pale stools. These symptoms are connected, not isolated.
Digestion isn’t just mechanical it’s influenced by your hormones, sleep, cycles, and cravings. So when digestion feels off, consider not only ‘What did I eat?’ but also ‘What’s been happening in my life lately

Sometimes, the gut reacts directly to food. At other times, it may respond to the pace, pressure, or stress that your body has not yet fully acknowledged.

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You might think that your morning routine is simply a set of familiar actions: waking up, grabbing your phone, and pouri...
02/12/2026

You might think that your morning routine is simply a set of familiar actions: waking up, grabbing your phone, and pouring your coffee. It’s quick, comfortable, and for a few moments, it gives you a sense of momentum.

Here are a few questions worth reflecting on, especially if you’ve been feeling more jittery or emotionally stretched than usual.

1. What’s already happening in your body before the caffeine hits?
Is your stomach tense from an upcoming meeting you’re already dreading? Is your jaw tight even before you get out of bed? Coffee not only stimulates your brain but also activates your stress response. If your nervous system is already on high alert, caffeine can add even more intensity to unresolved stress.

2. Is this coffee a ritual or a placeholder?
Sometimes, it's not the drink that you're truly craving. Instead, it may be the feeling of control, the small sense of certainty, or the warmth it provides. There’s nothing wrong with that; however, it’s important to distinguish between a grounding ritual and a coping mechanism that keeps you stuck in a cycle. What changes might occur if your morning began with a full glass of water?

3. How long does it take for you to feel settled after that first cup?
If you experience sudden bursts of energy followed by feelings of irritability, tiredness, or even shakiness, it’s important to recognize that it’s not just a mental issue. Your blood sugar, cortisol levels, and gut health all play a role in this process. Additionally, consuming coffee on an empty stomach can lead to overstimulation without providing any stability.

4. Are you choosing coffee or defaulting to it?
Once something becomes automatic, it ceases to be a decision. Simply take a moment to ask yourself: Do I truly want this right now, or am I reaching for it out of habit? -- is not about judgment; it’s about having agency. And agency itself is a form of regulation.

There's nothing wrong with loving coffee, but if it's the first thing your body encounters in the morning, it's worth reassessing that relationship.

What should feel like relief often doesn’t. When Friday night arrives, instead of unwinding, your body tenses up. An int...
02/11/2026

What should feel like relief often doesn’t. When Friday night arrives, instead of unwinding, your body tenses up. An internal checklist looms: laundry, errands, that one email you couldn't quite finish. Even when there’s time to relax, the nervous system doesn’t always know how to embrace it.

So, the question shifts from how to rest to what prevents rest from feeling genuine.
Here are a few areas this question can explore:

1. Notice how you cross the threshold into the weekend.
Do you finish your week by abruptly shutting your laptop, or do you take a moment to allow the ending to register in your body? Perhaps it’s washing your hands after completing your last task, lighting a candle, or simply sitting down with both feet on the floor and acknowledging that the day has changed.

2. Ask: Are you defaulting into recovery or choosing it?
Spending time on the couch and scrolling through your phone can often feel like the only activities you have the energy for, and sometimes, that’s completely justified.

3. Let your pace mirror how you want to feel.
Move slowly while tidying the kitchen. Pour your tea with both hands. Get in the car without checking your phone first. When the body moves at a slower pace, sometimes the breath follows.

4. Protect one pocket of time that isn’t productive.
Not the entire weekend or even a full day -- just one hour that isn’t tied to any specific outcome. Keep it simple: sit on the porch, flip through a magazine, or take the long route home from the grocery store.

5. Don’t assume rest means stillness.
Sometimes, your body craves movement to feel better, but the way you move is important. For instance, vacuuming to music can be more rejuvenating than attempting meditation when you're not in the mood.

Rest doesn’t begin the moment your schedule clears. It starts when your system feels safe enough to stop bracing. Sometimes, this invitation to safety starts with something as simple as how you step into Saturday.

02/11/2026

Your body is always communicating, fatigue, bloating, tension, mood shifts… they’re not random.
They’re signals.

Instead of pushing through, what if you paused long enough to listen?
Wellness isn’t about doing more, it’s about responding to what your body actually needs.

Small awareness → powerful shifts.

Many people don’t pay much attention to their gut health until they experience noticeable issues. Symptoms such as bloat...
02/10/2026

Many people don’t pay much attention to their gut health until they experience noticeable issues. Symptoms such as bloating, fatigue, skin flare-ups, and unexpected irritability are often viewed as isolated issues rather than signs that an internal system may be overworked or deficient in essential nutrients.

Here are a few gentle questions your body might be asking, along with some suggestions on how to start addressing them.

1. Is anything nourishing arriving early in the day?
The first thing you eat in the morning sets the tone for your digestion and blood sugar levels for the next several hours. While it may be convenient to grab a muffin or a cup of coffee on an empty stomach, doing so can leave your gut struggling to find balance. Instead, try having a soft-boiled egg or some leftover roasted squash before your caffeine.

2. Are you feeding your stress more than your cells?
Sometimes we turn to processed foods not because we’re physically hungry, but as a way to cope with emotional exhaustion. It’s important to observe these patterns without judgment.

3. Have your microbes had something to do today?
Your microbiome flourishes when it has a variety of foods -- not necessarily in terms of novelty, but in terms of different fibers, textures, and slow-digesting components. Including a handful of seeds, a cooked root vegetable, or some fermented pickles on your plate provides your microbes with the substances they need to ferment, digest, and utilize effectively.

4. Has digestion been rushed, or even skipped?
Eating meals while standing, scrolling through your phone, or feeling rushed not only diminishes your satisfaction but also impacts your gut's ability to process the food properly.

When your gut feels off, it’s not always asking for elimination. Sometimes, it’s asking for attention and a little less urgency. Like any garden, it needs time, variety, and the quiet conditions that help life take root.

These habits might not appear extreme; they don’t trigger alarms or feel particularly “bad.” This subtlety is part of wh...
01/29/2026

These habits might not appear extreme; they don’t trigger alarms or feel particularly “bad.” This subtlety is part of what makes them easy to overlook.

However, if you feel foggy, tense, or strangely disconnected, these daily patterns could be quietly influencing your well-being.

1) Skipping transitions between tasks
Are you shifting from one thing to the next without any kind of pause?
Noticing this doesn’t mean you need to meditate between calendar blocks. However, when your body never gets a chance to register that something has ended, it continues to carry the charge.

Have you actually “arrived” at the next thing, or are you still internally replying to the last conversation?

2) Listening to content during every spare moment
Listening to podcasts while folding laundry, listening to a voice note while walking, and scrolling through social media while eating can be convenient. But does it truly help you feel more connected, or does it completely bypass the moment?

Stimulation isn’t always the same as support. And when there’s never a break from noise or input, the body doesn’t get the space to settle into itself.

3) Making decisions while depleted
Are you constantly trying to plan dinner, respond to messages, or solve problems when your brain is already maxed out?

It’s easy to overlook this one because the choices seem insignificant. But cumulative decision-making under low capacity sends stress signals through the system.

Could you give yourself permission to answer that question later, not out of avoidance, but because your body might handle it better after a reset?

None of these are inherently wrong. The question is whether they are serving your system or quietly pulling it further from regulation.

When did we come to associate muscle primarily with appearance? Somewhere between fitness culture and body image trends,...
01/27/2026

When did we come to associate muscle primarily with appearance? Somewhere between fitness culture and body image trends, the conversation became narrow. Strength became linked to aesthetics, leading many people to believe that muscle was not really applicable to them.

Here are three ways to think about muscles that extend beyond appearance:

1. It’s one of your most active endocrine organs
Muscles don’t merely sit idle, waiting to lift heavy objects; they actively communicate. They release hormone-like substances that help reduce inflammation, regulate metabolism, and support immune function. So when you build or maintain muscle, you’re not just shaping your body; you’re also influencing important internal processes that work quietly behind the scenes to keep everything balanced.

2. It helps buffer blood sugar in the background
Muscle functions like a sponge for glucose, which means it helps your body clear sugar from the bloodstream more efficiently, even hours after you’ve exercised. Additionally, movement, whether it’s lifting weights or carrying groceries up the stairs, has positive effects on energy levels, hunger, and mood without needing strict discipline or hacks.

3. It’s protective as you age, especially during stress
During times of stress, illness, or extended recovery, your body often uses muscle as a reserve. When this reserve is depleted, the recovery process takes longer. However, when your muscles are consistently supported through activities like walking, weight lifting, or using your own body weight, they become integral to your body's ability to remain adaptable, not just strong.

This isn’t a call to focus on achieving a specific definition or a certain number of repetitions. Instead, it’s a reminder that muscle is important for everyone, not just those who have gym memberships or aesthetic goals. It’s not an extra feature; it’s an essential part of our bodies.

When digestion feels sensitive, meals that are easy on the body can provide relief. One-bowl meals do more than reduce t...
01/26/2026

When digestion feels sensitive, meals that are easy on the body can provide relief. One-bowl meals do more than reduce the number of dishes to clean; they often align with the way the gut functions. Such meals consider factors like variety, temperature, texture, and a sense of rest.

Here’s how one-bowl meals can facilitate easier digestion and what to include when creating them for clients who seek comfort without compromising their health.

1. A gentle base that invites rather than overwhelms
Select a base that is gentle on digestion, such as cooked quinoa, brown rice, or soft, roasted sweet potato. For instance, a bowl featuring warm quinoa, steamed zucchini, and shredded chicken provides a soft, moist, and fiber-rich meal without any heaviness.

2. Vegetables cooked or steamed until easy to chew
Roasted carrots, wilted greens, tender broccoli florets, and lightly cooked beans all provide texture and prebiotic fiber that the gut can tolerate. When the vegetables retain some bite but no crunch, they often feel less taxing.

3. A familiar protein in a soothing form
Options like baked salmon, poached eggs, shredded chicken, or soft tofu are ideal. Stirring or folding in these proteins, rather than frying or heavily spicing them, helps maintain energy for digestion rather than diverting it to detoxification or repair.

4. Flavor and fat that nourish
A drizzle of olive oil or a spoonful of tahini serves as a base for the bowl. Gentle herbs, such as parsley or basil, along with warm spices like turmeric or mild paprika, add flavor without being overwhelming. These flavors can help the digestive system function more smoothly when it feels safe.

5. Warmth and liquid around the edges
Broth, stock, or even a small spoonful of warm sauce can help ease meals. It helps gently move the meal along, supports hydration, and softens textures that might otherwise feel dense.

These bowls focus on comfort rather than trying to meet every "ideal" macro or follow the latest trends.

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