When it comes to weight loss, everyone’s searching for that secret key. What if that key is already inside your body? It’s possible to unlock your body’s GLP-1—a hormone that’s essential for controlling appetite and achieving a healthy weight. In this post, we’ll explore what GLP-1 is,how it works, and how you can naturally boost…
Month: September 2024
Critical Longevity Gene Discovered
Summary: Researchers have identified a protein called OSER1 that plays a key role in regulating longevity, offering new insights into why some people live longer than others. Found in humans and animals alike, OSER1 was discovered as part of a group of proteins linked to lifespan and aging. The study suggests that OSER1 could be…
Eating Your Feelings? Try These Healthier Emotional Eating Alternatives
I see a lot of clients who struggle with emotional eating. When they feel stressed or overwhelmed, they turn to their favorite foods and often feel guilty for not sticking to their diet. It can take a long time to understand that eating because you’re feeling emotional doesn’t warrant self-flagellation. In fact, it may even…
Manganese: Genetic Interactions, Diet, and Supplements
Key takeaways:~ Manganese is an essential trace mineral that is needed in the right amounts. Too much or too little is detrimental to health.~ Cellular mechanisms regulate the amount of manganese in the body, with much of what you get from food being excreted.~ Genetic variants in manganese transporter genes can affect how much you…
Weight gain and menopause: It’s not in your head (but it might not be caused by what you think)
Reviewed by Helen Kollias, PhD and Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD At some point in my mid-40s, the scale started climbing. A pound or two turned into five, then 10, then 20. It seemed as if I was doing all the right things: Eating less, moving more, rinse, repeat. Yet, the harder I worked, the…
The Drugs That Keep On Giving? Study Finds Unexpected Neuroprotective Benefits Of GLP-1 Agonists
In the ever-evolving landscape of medical science, certain discoveries stand out not just for their initial impact, but for their ability to continually reveal new and unexpected benefits. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 agonists) stand as prime examples of such pharmaceutical revelations. Initially developed for diabetes management and then repurposed for obesity treatment, these versatile…
Low Expectations: Facing The Facts On American Longevity
In recent years, a concerning trend has persisted that requires urgent attention from healthcare professionals, policymakers, and the public: the United States consistently ranks below other developed nations in life expectancy. Raising critical questions about the efficacy of the U.S. healthcare system – and particularly its preventive care and disease management efforts – this disparity…
Inaugural Insights for Clinical Success: Top Lessons From The A4M Weight Management Certification Program
Earlier this month, the first class of pioneering soon-to-be weight management experts gathered for the inaugural Clinical Weight Management Certification Program in Scottsdale, Arizona. This immersive experience was filled with insightful lectures, thought-provoking discussions, and engaging collaborative learning opportunities that left participants empowered and equipped with the critical knowledge and skills needed to navigate the…
Men’s Health Month | Testosterone: The Missing Piece To Optimizing Male Health And Longevity
June is National Men’s Health Month, a time to focus on preventable health issues and early disease detection in men. This year, we’re shining a spotlight on a pressing issue: hormone health, specifically the alarming trend of low testosterone in men. Male hormone balance is a foundational pillar of overall health, profoundly influencing multiple facets…
The Longevity Doctor Will See You Now
Inside the Exclusive World of Elite Longevity Clinics The field of longevity medicine is experiencing a surge in growth, with a focus on health optimization, disease prevention, and the desire to combat aging gaining momentum across the population. This pursuit of longevity has particularly captured the attention of the wealthy, as evidenced by the proliferation…