Longevity Optimization with Kayla Barnes-Lentz Ashley Koff, RD - Dietitian Reveals: The Hormone Problem That Makes You Eat Everything
Jan 8, 2026
Ashley Koff, a registered dietitian and author known for her Qualitarian Approach to Nutrition, shares her transformative journey from restrictive eating to understanding weight health hormones. She highlights the importance of gut health and GLP-1 medications, explaining their role in appetite and metabolism. Koff critiques outdated dietary guidelines, discusses the significance of micronutrient testing, and offers practical tips for affordable nutrition. With insights on tasty, satisfying foods and accessibility in nutrition, she provides a roadmap for those seeking clarity in their eating habits.
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Bullying Sparked A Lifelong Health Journey
- Ashley Koff describes being bullied at age eight which triggered lifelong weight and diet struggles.
- A gastroenterologist later reframed her issues as rooted in body function, not willpower, and inspired her career as a dietitian.
Infobesity Undermines Personalized Nutrition
- Ashley Koff calls modern nutrition 'infobesity' and says excess information overwhelms the body's needs.
- She argues we must personalize nutrition as optimization, not just hit minimal RDAs.
Boost Magnesium Beyond Old RDAs
- Increase magnesium intake beyond outdated RDAs, especially for women under stress or monthly hormonal demand.
- Use food plus high-quality supplements when needed to reach optimal (often >400 mg) amounts.
