Evidence-based nutrition guidance from Registered Dietitian Mona Solasi — on GLP-1 medications, menopause, metabolic health, and what actually works.
Hot flashes, weight gain, brain fog, poor sleep — Google has no shortage of advice. But there are specific signs that perimenopause and menopause symptoms are complex enough to warrant expert nutrition support. Here's how to know when to stop searching and start working with a menopause dietitian.
Read articleOzempic slows digestion, reduces appetite, and changes how food feels — which means what you eat matters more, not less. This week-by-week guide covers exactly how to adjust your nutrition through each phase of GLP-1 treatment to protect muscle, manage side effects, and get real results.
Read articleStarting Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro? Every nutrition question GLP-1 patients ask — answered by a registered dietitian who specializes in GLP-1 support.
Read articleCalcium, vitamin D, phytoestrogens, and protein — the specific nutrients that matter most during menopause, and how to actually get them. A registered dietitian's guide to eating well through the transition.
Read articlePPO and HMO plans cover registered dietitian visits very differently. Here's exactly what each plan type covers, what it costs you, and how Root & Rise handles insurance — including a free coverage check before you book.
Read articleNot all nutrition providers are the same — and in a market full of "nutritionists," coaches, and credential alphabet soup, knowing what to look for matters. Here's how to choose the right dietitian in Encino and the San Fernando Valley.
Read articleMost insurance plans cover registered dietitian services — but you have to know what to ask, what codes to look for, and how to verify your benefits before your first appointment. Here's the complete guide.
Read articleGLP-1 medications suppress appetite — but they don't teach you how to eat. A complete guide to what to eat on semaglutide or tirzepatide, how to protect muscle mass, manage side effects, and build the nutrition protocol that makes your medication actually work.
Read articleMenopause weight gain isn't a willpower problem — it's a hormonal, metabolic, and lifestyle shift that responds poorly to the same strategies that worked in your 30s. Here's what the research says actually helps.
Read articleGLP-1 drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide work. But without the right nutrition protocol, many patients lose muscle instead of fat, stall out, or struggle with inadequate intake. Here's what the prescription alone won't cover.
Read articleDiet apps promise personalization, but they can't read your labs, understand your hormones, or untangle years of conflicting medical history. Here's how to know when you've outgrown the algorithm.
Read articleEvery article covers the clinical picture. Your situation is specific — and so is the work we'd do together.
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