There's a word I've been hearing more and more in my clinic, often whispered like a secret: Ozempic. The hype is deafening, but the reality I'm seeing is alarming. Before you or anyone you know considers this 'miracle' shot, you need to understand the real cost—not just in money, but in your long-term health. We'll break down the dangers and discuss a safer path forward.
What if the endless cycle of dieting and calorie counting isn't the answer to sustainable weight loss? As a doctor, I see so many patients frustrated with their progress, but they're often overlooking the most powerful factor: their gut health. Your gut microbiome secretly runs the show, influencing everything from your cravings to how you store fat. In this post, I'm sharing 10 simple, science-backed hacks to get your gut working for you, not against you.
Struggling with weight management? Hormonal imbalances, particularly involving insulin, cortisol, and reproductive hormones, may be the hidden culprit. Learn how factors like frequent meals, chronic stress, and thyroid health impact fat storage and metabolism. Discover holistic approaches, including balanced nutrition and stress management, to restore hormonal balance and achieve sustainable weight loss.
That bottle of apple cider vinegar sitting in your pantry might be one of the most underrated tools for your metabolic health. While many praise it for weight loss, its real power lies in something deeper: its ability to help stabilize blood sugar. Before you start taking swigs from the bottle, let's look at what the science actually says, the right way to use it to avoid common mistakes, and how this ancient remedy can be a game-changer for your energy and digestion.
