What is leptin? You have heard of it and most likely know that it is a hormone that plays a role in weght loss and weight gain. Leptin, coming from the Greek word “leptos” meaning “thin.” It is a hormone that is produced by the adipocytes or “fat cells” in our bodies. The amount of... Read More
Every June, I choose to do an annual cleanse. After doing the HCG Diet in the past with Dr. Madda and Dr. Phillipo and having great success with weight loss, I also noticed that I simply felt better. After the program was over, I maintained my 26 lb weight loss pretty effortlessly with some dietary changes that... Read More
The first phase of the HCG Diet is known as the loading phase. This is a very important part of the HCG Diet program and lasts for 24-72 hours (2-3 days). During this time, the patient begins to take their daily injections or oral preparation of HCG and follows the loading diet. The loading phase, when done... Read More
When we go into the phase III stabilization phase of the HCG Diet with our patients, we let them know that it is essentially a “paleo-esque” diet that they are following for those 21 days. I also like to emphasize that it is actually a very healthy way to eat as a maintenance lifestyle diet 90% of... Read More
As many men and women approach mid-life, the experience of natural hormonal shifts can feel debilitating to their lives. We have seen many of these patients. They come to our office after many frustrating visits to doctors who simply cannot help them find a solution to the problem. Luckily, a few years ago, Dr. Madda... Read More
It can be hard these days to figure out which form of hormone replacement therapy will serve you best. Perhaps, you are a patient who has signs and symptoms of progesterone, testosterone and estradiol deficiency. This decision process is best made with your doctors advice and needs to fit in with your lifestyle, past medical... Read More
We truly love what we do at The Natural Path. We help patients lose weight via the HCG diet. We also help patients optimize hormone levels with bio identical hormone replacement therapies. We also love to help patients with sexual wellness and practice aesthetic medicien as well. We have a full schedule these days and... Read More
Our bodies need hydration. Water is an absolute necessity for proper functioning of the human body. When cleansing your body such as on our HCG Diet Program, it is essential that you remain hydrated. Hydrated cells are able to move toxins out a lot easier than dehydrated cells. A hydrated body also handles the first... Read More
Through the years, many of my patients needed something to do if weight began to creep up after the HCG Diet Protocol was complete. This happens now and then, as we live in a world where food is in an over abundance. I ask my patients to keep an eye on the scale and simply look... Read More
Obesity today has become a public health crisis. With over 1/3 of Americans being obese and 2/3rds of Americans being overweight the health of our nation is taking a toll. Along with excess weight on the body comes many other diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension and many more. It is truly amazing how... Read More