The idea of ‘eat less, lose more’ is a terrible approach to health. If you’ve ever been overweight and visited a doctor, I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase once or twice. I’m here to tell you it’s not only flawed reasoning, but it’s a pivotal part of our metabolic health crisis.
Your doctor should be working in your favor. If they’re not helping you reach your health goals, they’re not a fit for your needs.So is it time to fire your doctor and hire another?Here are five ways to tell:
On today’s episode of Digital Social Hour, Philip Ovadia reveals how young people are getting on his operation table, why so many people are unhealthy and why meat is actually healthy for you, despite studies saying it is a carcinogen.
Restoring metabolic health is a journey, not a destination. To get there, you need to take one step at a time.
If you want to make a difference in your health by December 2024, I recommend committing to at least one (and ideally all) of these five resolutions.
Many good things come from moderated caffeine intake. But there’s also a lot we don’t yet understand about how caffeine affects the human body.
Some people are negatively impacted by its consumption, some more than others. Some may even develop maladaptive metabolic functions, which lead to worsening disease processes.
Epigenetics is the study of how the environment influences our genes. This means where we live, how we behave, and what we’re exposed to can change how we eat, think, and form relationships with other people.
You should know epigenetics is not the same as genetics, even if the terms sound similar. Genetics refers to the physical makeup of your DNA. Epigenetics, on the other hand, refers to how the environment affects how your genes work.
Doug Reynolds, a former runner turned metabolic health expert, shares his personal tale of weight gain in his late 40s, and the transformative journey he embarked on as a result of a low-carb diet. His dedication to raising awareness of the benefits of a low-carb lifestyle gave birth to Low Carb USA.
A coronary calcium scan (or CAC) is a type of imaging test for your heart. It’s designed to spot calcium deposits in your arteries, which can increase your risks for heart disease. Although CAC scans are relatively new, their accuracy is hard to ignore. Research shows it predicts cardiovascular disease with high accuracy, even for asymptomatic individuals.
LowCarbUSA® has announced that Dr. Philip Ovadia, a respected cardiothoracic surgeon and an advocate for dietary and lifestyle changes aimed at improving metabolic health, has been confirmed as an expert presenter at the upcoming Symposium for Metabolic Health in Boca Raton, Florida, from January 11-14, 2024.
There is little evidence suggesting red meat is a carcinogen, and instead plenty of proof it leads to a healthier, stronger metabolic system.
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