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The Benefits of Testosterone Replacement for Men and Women

June 21, 2018 4:38 pm Published by Comments Off on The Benefits of Testosterone Replacement for Men and Women

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

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Optimizing Hormone Levels with Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy

June 13, 2018 4:31 pm Published by Comments Off on Optimizing Hormone Levels with Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy

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

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A Day in the Life as an HCG Diet Doctor

June 9, 2018 4:03 pm Published by Comments Off on A Day in the Life as an HCG Diet Doctor

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

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Drink your Water on the HCG Diet

June 5, 2018 3:56 pm Published by Comments Off on Drink your Water on the HCG Diet

  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

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Maintaining Weight Loss on the HCG Diet Maintenance Phase

June 1, 2018 12:26 pm Published by Comments Off on Maintaining Weight Loss on the HCG Diet Maintenance Phase

 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

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The Obesity Crisis Today – Genetics vs. Diet and Lifestyle

May 27, 2018 12:18 pm Published by Comments Off on The Obesity Crisis Today – Genetics vs. Diet and Lifestyle

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

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Feeling Better than ever after the HCG Diet Program at The Natural Path

May 22, 2018 12:04 pm Published by Comments Off on Feeling Better than ever after the HCG Diet Program at The Natural Path

It was the eve of my 60th birthday celebration last June and I recall sitting in my bedroom in a panic about seeing all of these friends and family members that I had not seen in some time.  Over the past 3 years, I had put on 50 lbs. I had let my guard down... Read More

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Preparing to Begin the HCG Diet Program

May 18, 2018 11:40 am Published by Comments Off on Preparing to Begin the HCG Diet Program

 So, you have decided to take the plunge and make the commitment to the HCG Diet protocol!  Nice job! I am almost sure you will love the results that come from this program.  Before you begin, there are a few things to do that I think make the transition into the program quite simple.  Learning about... Read More

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Choose Your Protein Powder Wisely

May 14, 2018 11:24 am Published by Comments Off on Choose Your Protein Powder Wisely

Protein powder is a huge topic of discussion in my private practice where I focus on utilizing the HCG Diet for weight loss with great success!  I get asked over and over which protein powder that I recommend.  Of course, protein powder is a very processed food and I recommend that it is not used... Read More

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Phase III is a Critical Part of the HCG Diet for Weight Loss Maintenance

May 10, 2018 11:07 am Published by Comments Off on Phase III is a Critical Part of the HCG Diet for Weight Loss Maintenance

Perhaps there is not  a lot of studied research on the HCG Diet, however; there is very clear clinical data that shows the difference in weight loss maintenance in those that follow phase III and those that do not.  Dr. Simeons really had very little guidelines when it came to phase III of the HCG... Read More