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Unlocking the Power of the Omega 6: Omega 3 Fatty Acid Ratio

(and how it could save your life) You may have heard me say it before – “it is so important to lower your omega 6: omega 3 ratio…..” But why? What is the difference between these two types of fatty acids? Should you really be concerned?? The answer –…

Wine: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

As we age, it is especially important to make educated decisions about our health – and whether or not to drink alcohol and what type of alcohol to drink are actually more important questions than you think. I’d like to shed light on the benefits and potential consequences of…

6 Habits of Women Who Don’t Gain Weight in Menopause

As an OBGYN, I have had the privilege of taking care of thousands of women each year. Young and old, these women are the cornerstone of my medical practice, and where I spent most of my time away from my family. Over my twenty years of practice, I noticed…

The Science of Weight Gain in Midlife

Over my 20 years of practicing medicine, I have had the privilege of taking care of thousands. Young and old, these women are the cornerstone of my OBGYN career. In retrospect, the patterns that I noticed emerging during my interactions with these amazing women, formed the basis of The…

The One Ridiculously Simple Thing You Need For Sustainable Weight Loss

Through developing The Galveston Diet and coaching thousands to success through the program, I have learned a simple but powerful truth: Relying on motivation for sustainable weight loss is a recipe for failure. Don’t get me wrong, motivation is great to get started, but it is not enough to…

Tips to Avoid The Battle of the Bulge this Summer

Let’s face it- we are in the thick of summer and with the 4th of July is here! I find it even more imperative to discuss tips for promoting health in social situations when it is especially difficult to do so. With BBQs, days spent on the water, beach…

Seven Habits of Women in Menopause Who Avoid Daily Fatigue

In my medical practice, I have the privilege of taking care of thousands of women each year. Young and old, these women are the cornerstone of my medical practice, and where I spend most of my time away from my family. Over my twenty years of practice, I have…

Why Am I Gaining Weight In Menopause?

For decades the same advice has been given to women in mid-life who are struggling with unwanted body changes during perimenopause and menopause: Eat less, exercise more. As a board certified OBGYN, it is the advice I had given to thousands of patients who complained of midlife weight gain….

How To Lose the Menopausal “Middle”

If menopausal weight gain is plaguing you – don’t fret. You are definitely not alone, as most women experience seemingly unexplainable weight gain – especially in the abdominal area during this time of transition. Fortunately, there are some great evidence based strategies that can not only help you lose…

6 Menopause Busting Foods

It is no secret that during menopause our hormones are drastically changing; in addition, one’s metabolism significantly slows down at this stage of life. This can be a recipe for disaster- especially for abdominal weight gain. So, what can we do to combat these changes during menopause? Strategically altering…