We often think of digestion as a simple mechanical process, but your microbiome is actually a complex endocrine organ that controls immunity, mood, and metabolism. Here is the clinical evidence on which foods cause the most damage and how to restore balance. “Think of your microbiome as a metabolic control center, not just a digestion ...
If your brain never shuts up about food, it is not a character flaw. It is a brain–body signal problem that you can dial down with the right mix of habits, hormones and, when needed, medication. “When a man tells me he wakes up thinking about food and goes to bed planning his next snack, ...
Certain everyday staples — from fried takeout to sugary drinks and packaged snacks — act like “testosterone killing foods” by driving inflammation, belly fat, and hormone disruption in men. Here is what the science says, what to watch for, and how to eat to protect your testosterone. “Most men do not lose testosterone overnight. They ...
Volume eating swaps tiny portions for big plates packed with low-calorie, high-fiber foods. Here is how this strategy works, who it helps, and how to use it safely without wrecking your energy, hormones, or relationship with food. “Volume eating can be a smart way to feel full on fewer calories, but it only works long ...
Oat milk can be a smart swap or a stealth sugar bomb. Here is how to tell which oat milk brands are actually healthy, and how to choose the best oat milk for your body and your labs. “When patients ask me which is the healthiest oat milk, I remind them that it is closer ...