With the new year coming up, I wanted to talk with Cheri Soraparu - Licensed & Certified Clinical Nutritionist, about something many of us have experienced: setting a goal, starting with good intentions, and then struggling to keep going once life gets busy.
I’m partnering with Cheri on our Nature’s GLP-1 program at Recoupia Spa, and I wanted you to get to know her approach a little better. As a mom and business owner, I appreciate advice that leaves room for real life. I asked her about resolutions, better sleep, and taking care of both our physical and mental health.
We started by talking about weight loss and New Year’s diets. Here’s what she shared:
Cheri: My clients and I focus on long-term lifestyle change rather than a New Year’s “diet.” A realistic, sustainable weight-loss resolution starts with finding your deeper why: Do you want more energy for your children or grandchildren, greater stamina, or the ability to do things your health is currently holding you back from? From there, focus on a few small behaviors you can realistically maintain, rather than an overly restrictive plan that leaves you feeling either “on” or “off” a diet. Gradual, sustainable changes in nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management are more supportive of long-term weight management.
For someone whose resolution is to sleep better, what specific changes would you suggest starting with, and how should they track progress?
Cheri: Sleep is one of the most foundational aspects to health. I recommend creating a consistent bedtime and wake time, dimming the lights in the evening, reducing screens, and giving yourself about an hour to intentionally wind down before bed. There are some great nutrients to support sleep as well, but none of them replace the behavioral strategies. Progress can be tracked with a wearable if you enjoy the data, but it can also be as simple as journaling how rested, restored, and energetic you feel each morning.
How can someone choose a resolution that supports both physical and mental health? Can you give an example or two beyond exercise?
Cheri: Physical and mental health are deeply connected, you can not really separate the two. A great resolution might have nothing to do with the scale: spend more time outdoors in daylight, establish a relaxing evening routine, or focus on nourishing your body and brain with whole foods, including omega-3-rich foods such as salmon, sardines, chia, flax, and hemp seeds. The best resolution isn't the most extreme one. It's the one that improves how you feel and that you can see yourself continuing long after January is over.
I really appreciate what Cheri said about choosing something you can see yourself continuing after January. It’s easy to make a big commitment when we feel motivated. Finding something that still works during a busy or difficult week takes a little more thought, and sometimes some support.
That’s what I want us to offer at Recoupia Spa. Through Nature’s GLP-1, we’re bringing together nutrition guidance with Cheri, coaching, Fit3D scans, and spa services such as facials, lymphatic treatments, cryotherapy, and sauna. We want to help you work on your everyday habits while also making time to be cared for.
If this sounds like the kind of support you’ve been looking for, take a look at our Nature’s GLP-1 program. We are happy to talk with you about what you’re hoping to change and how we can help.
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