By now, you have probably heard of GLP-1 agonists, like the popular semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound). With the epidemic of overweight and obesity in our country, I cannot ignore the compelling data on GLP-1 agonists and weight loss. That being said, I have one concern that stands out when considering this class of medication - read my blog to learn more.

Keep these ten protein sources stocked in your kitchen to ensure clean protein is ready for all of your meals.

Perimenopausal weight gain is a real thing.

This is a fact.

It's common for weight gain to start a few years before menopause, during the time known as perimenopause. Weight gain often continues at about the rate of 1.5 pounds each year as a woman goes through her 50s.

When I meet with women to discuss the potential risks and benefits of menopausal hormone therapy - fear of weight gain with estrogen therapy is common.

But is this fear valid?

Protein is a fundamental component of a healthy diet - but how much protein do you really need? In this blog, I outline how minimal RDA protein recommendations are not optimal and provide calculations I use with my patients to estimate their protein needs.

Many common symptoms may be caused by food sensitivities, including fatigue, headaches, irritable bowel, brain fog, joint pain, weight gain, rashes and more.

What causes food sensitivities? The answer lies in your gut.

While there are many factors that can contribute to illness, perhaps none are more important than FOOD. I see it with patients every day - the food that you eat has an immediate and significant impact on the way that you feel.