The other day I received an email from a reader that I had to share with you, because it’s so inspiring. And it speaks to the fear of carbohydrates that has been brainwashed into us. And it shows the power of […]
Continue ReadingThe other day I got on Skype with Dr Garth and asked him about the Proteinaholic back story. I jumped into the project fairly late, once the manuscript was already mostly written, so I missed the original impetus. And working with […]
Continue ReadingI am getting a lot of comments and questions about losing weight. This is a very complex topic which has many variables. Very well controlled metabolic studies have shown that people can lose weight but then a break comes on […]
Continue ReadingSo I just saw a patient that has had a stall in his weight loss. As we discussed his diet, it is fairly clear that he is focusing on protein. Breakfast: turkey wrapped in cheese Lunch: side salad and chicken […]
Continue ReadingThe evidence continues to mount – here’s a great recap of recent studies from my friends at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.
Continue ReadingNothings drives me crazier than the concept that fruit makes you fat. Really, this may be even more ridiculous than butter in your coffee being good for you. We are perfectly designed to eat fruit. We use it for energy […]
Continue ReadingIt makes me so happy to see patients 1 year after surgery and see the huge differences in their diet. I just saw a patient whose pre-op diet log looked like a slaughter house. Eggs and bacon for breakfast. Subway […]
Continue ReadingJosh LaJaunie is an incredible individual. His story is truly inspiring. Read and enjoy his guest post. Hi. I’m Josh LaJaunie. I’m the big guy in the left picture. I am from Thibodaux, Louisiana. I am a former football lineman. And […]
Continue ReadingCan you believe this little power house used to be 300 lbs? Christina would have never thoughts she would ever be able to be an athlete. Over 2 years ago she had surgery and viewed it – correctly – as […]
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