Are You Feeling Tired, Craving Sugar, or Struggling with Stubborn Belly Fat? Low energy, a relentless sweet tooth, or weight that just won’t budge? You might be dealing with insulin resistance—and many people don’t even realize it. Let’s explore this condition together and uncover ways to regain your vitality. What Is Insulin Resistance? Imagine insulin as a key that unlocks the door for sugar to enter your cells, providing you with energy. When your cells stop responding to

Let’s discuss something that affects many people. Often, they don’t realize it until their pants start getting tighter and their energy levels drop: insulin resistance. This condition is sneaky, common, and frequently overlooked. Many individuals receive “normal” lab results but still don’t feel like themselves. So What Is Insulin Resistance? Think of insulin as a key. It helps sugar enter your cells to be used as energy. When your cells stop responding, sugar remains in your

This is a question I get all the time from both women and men. And honestly—it’s a great question. Let’s break it down, because a few things just don’t add up. ✅ The Body Has Intricate Feedback Loops… Your hormonal system is brilliantly designed. The brain, pituitary, adrenal glands, thyroid, and sex organs are all in constant communication with each other to maintain precise hormonal balance. These loops are extremely sensitive and self-regulating. The brain tells a gland to

Why do some people get sick every winter and others don't? Every winter, I see countless people in my office for flu and cold symptoms. After 26 years in practice, I've found it's pretty easy to predict who’s going to get sick and who isn't. It's not a mystery. There’s a saying that "success leaves clues." Well, so does illness—it’s predictable. What do I mean? Let me explain. Ever wonder why there’s even a "flu season"? Why only during winter? Do viruses and bacteria suddenl

Are you wondering if you might have a “leaky gut”? Curious about what causes “leaky gut” and why it matters? These are important questions that come up often in the office. Early in my career, over 25 years ago, the concept of leaky gut (also known as Intestinal Permeability) wasn’t widely accepted in the healthcare community. Research suggested it was possible, but reliable tests weren’t readily available for doctors and patients. Fast forward to today, and I have

Would you still eat your dinner if you saw a maggot on it? That's how I feel about supplements containing certain ingredients. (And that's a big reason why I always ask to see what you're taking—just to ensure you're not accidentally harming yourself!) Here's my top 8 list of ingredients to avoid* in all supplements (and foods, too!): 1. Seed Oils - Soybean, Corn, Cottonseed, Safflower, Sunflower and Palm 2. Artificial Sugars (Sucralose, Acesulfame-K) 3. Food Dyes (Red #40, B

Is Fasting Beneficial? This is a question that has come up several times in the office lately, so I thought a video might be helpful. Yes, indeed! Extremely beneficial. However, here lies the problem: most people can’t do it. Intermittent Fasting entails going 18-24 hours without eating. For many, this is nearly impossible due to their wonky blood sugar levels. It's too difficult, it’s not fun, and causes considerable suffering. For 90% of the patients in my practice, going e

Gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and oats (via contamination), is often touted as healthier to avoid. But is it REALLY? In THEORY, yes, it is definitely healthier for many, many people, but REALITY tells a different story. Many individuals, striving to eliminate gluten from their diets, seek out simple substitutions for the foods they used to enjoy. Gluten-free bread, gluten-free crackers, gluten-free pasta, gluten-free pizza, and so forth become the new sta

Can a food still be considered "healthy" if it carries a hint of "poison"? We often see commercials touting oats as “heart-healthy,” but is it really so? Let's check out three significant facts. 1. Glyphosate (Round-up): Oatmeal, our seemingly innocent breakfast choice, has been flagged for some of the highest glyphosate residues among all grains. And it's practically inescapable these days. It's been labeled a probable human carcinogen. Studies suggest a troubling link to no

Think you may not have any food allergies or sensitivities because you don't experience major symptoms? Fine with nuts? No hives? So not a problem for you? Hang on just a minute. From all my years of experience, I find that most people DO have foods that they are reacting to—quietly undermining their health and completely hidden in plain sight. In fact, it's usually one of the BIGGEST causes of ill health and weight gain. But let me start with a quick clarification: The diffe

If there is one topic that comes up over and over (and makes me giggle a little), it's this: People trying to explain to me why they HAVE to eat chocolate (or cocoa, or cacao). They tell me they crave it because their body must be deficient in some nutrient that it contains. "It's for the antioxidants." "It's for the magnesium." "It's for the copper." Geez. These are not true statements. They are justifications for indulgence. (If your body was really deficient in a nutrient,

Naked Carbs?? Yep, that's sugary drinks, lattes, juices, crackers, chips, bread, pasta, rice, and many others. These are foods that are almost entirely composed of carbohydrates and completely lack fiber, fat, and protein. They'll rock your blood sugar levels in a very bad way, extremely quickly. They are some of the most detrimental foods to your health. (Interested in a fun experiment? Try wearing a continuous glucometer for a couple of weeks and watch what happens—but we'

Running a marathon burns approximately 2500 to 3000 calories. A pound of fat contains 3500 calories. Therefore, running a marathon doesn't even burn a pound of fat. (It's important to note that this calculation is oversimplistic, as many other variables need to be considered. Nonetheless, it provides a sense of what I am implying.)

A common concern that I frequently hear is, "I think I have a problem with my hormones." Many times, the implication is that there is an issue with female hormones (estrogen or progesterone) or male hormones (testosterone). While these are indeed common imbalances, they are the RESULT and not the CAUSE of most distress. The imbalance of these hormones is often a result of two other major players in the hormone world—namely, insulin and cortisol. Blood sugar problems result in

Butter, olive oil, bacon, chicken skin. Yum! A common misunderstanding that I often encounter is the belief that eating fat makes you fat. This is only situationally true. For fat to be truly fattening, it needs to be combined with carbohydrates. When carbohydrates are consumed, they trigger the release of insulin from the pancreas. Insulin is the hormone of STORAGE. Once insulin levels rise, both carbs and fat are escorted into cells for storage. Consider chocolate chip coo

Nuts, although nutritious, are extremely calorie-dense. With almond tortillas, trail mixes, cashews, sweetened macadamia nuts, and Kind Bars so prevalent, overconsumption is way too easy—who stops at just one serving? It's easy to snack on handfuls of nuts. And here's a few other problems with nuts, While they are often promoted as health foods, many nuts are mixed with sugar, high fructose corn syrup, MSG, and inflammatory seed oils (like cottonseed or soybean oil), making t

Gym equipment commercials are running non-stop right now. And contrary to what they are implying, exercise (and exercising harder, and longer) doesn't burn fat for most people. What?? How could that be?? Gym exercises primarily burn SUGAR (glucose), not FAT. (And can even increase your hunger—making you eat even MORE!) Here’s the simple truth - your body will burn sugar (glucose) before turning to fat for fuel. Here are 3 tips to know if this is you... If you can't maintain a

Ingredients: - 1/2 cup nut butter of your choice (e.g., almond butter, sunflower butter) - 1 Tbsp coconut oil, melted - 4 Tbsp psyllium husk or psyllium seed powder - 3 Tbsp freshly ground flax seeds - 1/4 cup water (adjust as needed for consistency) Optional: - 1-2 teaspoons stevia or monk fruit (adjust to taste). Alternatively, 1-2 teaspoons of honey can be used. - 1 tsp vanilla extract - A pinch of salt - Unsweetened shredded coconut, cocoa nibs, or chopped nuts for added

Hey there, again! While we're deep diving into the world of sugar and its connection to the flu season, there's another topic I can't skip. You know me – I'll call it as I see it, even if it means pointing fingers. There's this SUPER popular supplement that folks often turn to during flu/cold season. And oh boy, do I see it often in my office. Now, let me spill the beans: 1. First Ingredient? Sugar (fructose). Yup, our old nemesis right at the top. 2. Second Ingredient? Malto

Hi there! Recently, I sent you an email about dodging the notorious winter crud. And, wow, did I receive a flood of questions! Many...