What Is Insulin Resistance? Insulin resistance is a complicated health issue that can lead to problems like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. This blog aims to help you understand what insulin resistance is, how to recognize it, and what you can do about...
Today we are going to review my cholesterol test from a couple of years ago. Just so you understand, I will not interpret the values. Instead, I will simply use the results as an opportunity to explain general principals relating to cholesterol panels. Today we will...
Today’s blog discusses the effects of two critical components in meat and some supplements: L-Carnitine and TMAOs. These popular supplements have shown promise in the metabolic health arena and require more attention. Below, I will explain the benefits and risks of...
We are covering an update on blood pressure medications and COVID-19, ACE (Angiotensin Converting Enzyme) inhibitors, and ARBs (Angiotensin-II Receptor Blockers). There’s been a lot of work going on. The recommendations haven’t changed much, but I thought...
The previous blog discussed identifying atrial fibrillation and some of the beneficial aspects of new technologies; now, what happens if you have atrial fibrillation? What’s the next step? Well, if you do have Afib, you need a physical exam by a doctor to listen...
This week’s blog will discuss losing weight with a strategy other than a diet: medications. Weight loss medications have always been notorious for the dangers associated with amphetamine-related components. But not all medications are amphetamine-related. There...