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Author: Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN

Leyla Weighs In: Nutrition and Sleep

“Leyla Weighs In” on post-exercise nutrition and debunks the myth of carbs after a workout. Plus, she shares insights on how insomnia could be affecting more than just your sleep and offers practical tips to tackle it. Listen now!

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Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN October 16, 2026
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Leyla Weighs In: Lessening the impact of chronic stress

Longterm stress can have myriad negative health effects, and unhealthy coping mechanisms can make things even worse. Learning how to support yourself during stressful times is vital.
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Leyla Weighs In: Four causes for IBS

IBS has increased dramatically over the last decade, and the causes are numerous. In this article, Leyla Muedin focuses on four of them.
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A woman in a sleeveless top clutching her painful belly. Underneath her hands, an illustration of the digestive system is subtly overlaid on her clothing.
NY strip steak being cooked in a skillet, along with herbs and blistered tomatoes

Leyla Weighs In: Cook with fat, not vegetable oil

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NY strip steak being cooked in a skillet, along with herbs and blistered tomatoes
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Ask Leyla: What could be causing mysterious bloating and abdominal pain?

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Man seated looking out the window, one hand pressed to his stomach due to pain.
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Ask Leyla: Should I be using iodized salt?

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Leyla Weighs In: Grocery shopping tips

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Leyla Weighs In: Optimizing your kitchen

Have you taken stock of your cupboards lately? From appliances to pantry items, Leyla offers advice for spring cleaning your kitchen.
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Ask Leyla: When should I get follow-up blood work?

Q: I’ve just embarked on my therapeutic diet and supplement program to help correct metabolic abnormalities pertaining to inflammation, blood sugar and my lipid profile (which is out of whack) as well as micronutrient deficiencies that were found like B12 and vitamin D.  At what point to do I follow up with new blood tests to monitor my progress?
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Leyla Weighs In: Using local raw honey for seasonal allergies

For years, folks have been using local raw honey to decrease symptoms of seasonal allergies. The mechanism of action is the presence of small amounts of pollen from nearby plants in honey, which help the immune system desensitize to these allergens over time.
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Ask Leyla: What time of day should I exercise?

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