Leptin and leptin receptors have been identified as very important regulators of body weight and energy balance. In some bodies, the tissue sensitivity to leptin decreases and this can lead to chronic obesity and metabolic disorders, including insulin resistance and elevated cholesterol levels. Scientists are working to understand the underlying mechanisms of leptin resistance. The... Read More
Last year, I set out on a quest to create a weight loss formulation that was safe, effective and aligned with my commitment to help my patients live a healthier life! I had the pleasure of working with a brilliant compounding pharmacist and together we created The SYNERGYrx weight loss protocol. I have had amazing... Read More
One common theme I hear in my medical weight loss practice is woman telling me they have a much harder time losing weight after age 40! I see it almost daily! Well, there is some truth to it! Once we reach a certain age, we do have to practice more mindfulness. MUSCLE MASS BEGINS TO... Read More
Peptide AOD 9604 for Weight Loss In recent years, peptides have come to the market and some have been very effective! One of my favorites for weight loss is the peptide AOD 9604. This peptide is a modified form of amino acids 176-191 that was originally used as an anti-obesity drug. This peptide can be... Read More
The medication Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist and was prescribed to block opioid effects of those with drug addiction. When Naltrexone is given in low-doses, it can often help patients suffering from chronic pain, auto-immune issues, food sensitivities and sometimes body composition issues. This medication is known to have anti-inflammatory properties which can alleviate pain... Read More
Even as a young child, I recall hearing about the many, many benefits of apple cider vinegar. I always wondered WHY? What was at the root of its ability to help so many conditions? I know in my medical weight loss practice, many of my patients incorporate a shot of apple cider vinegar into their... Read More
After a long, busy day it can be a challenge to make healthy choices with food, especially if you do not have anything already prepared. Often, we will opt for the easiest and fastest option out which often includes prepared or delivered foods. If you are trying to eat healthier, it is a must to... Read More
Making Sense of Body Fat Distribution When our patients come into our office to begin one of our medically supervised weight loss protocols using the HCG DIET METHOD or the SYNERGYrx method we do a detailed body composition analysis. This helps us to learn more about the unique body composition of each patient. It is... Read More
Let’s Learn About Stored Body Fat It seems pretty obvious that fat is a fuel storage that accumulates on our bodies in response to hormonal signaling from insulin, as well as many other factors. Unfortunately, we can say that MOST Americans have excess fat stores on their body that are most likely not going to... Read More
THE P-SHOT for Erectile Dysfunction Many amazing, strong and high functioning men are looking for an effective solution for erectile dysfunction. As men age, many begin to struggle with a decrease in sensation, strength and stamina of their erections. Many of the pharmaceutical options will mask the problem and cause a host of undesirable side... Read More