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Metabolic Health
Guidance on low-carbohydrate nutrition, ketogenic diets, fasting, protein, exercise, and broader metabolic health.
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Low carb diets can help testosterone function
Testosterone is a steroid, anabolic hormone made in the testes and ovaries. There are specific cells, called Leydig cells, which sit in the testes that are the predominant…
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New Study: Highlighting the power of nutrition & the importance of bonding with patients
A new paper recently co-authored by Dr. Tro Kalayjian, DO, highlights the unique hormonal effects of a ketogenic diet in a patient with an undiagnosed brain tumor that…
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New Study: Outlining the Impact of a Metabolic-Health Employee Wellness Program
A new paper recently co-authored by Dr. Tro Kalayjian, DO, found that employees who participated in an employer-sponsored metabolic health program lost weight, reduced their a1c, reduced the…
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Member Spotlight: Gregg S.
Name: Gregg Schenck Age: 56 Where do you live? Ponchatoula, LA – home of the Louisiana Strawberry Festival. Approximately 50 miles northwest of New Orleans. Profession? Oracle ERP…
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Member Spotlight: Shannon
Join our community to interact with Shannon and others who are pursuing their weight loss journey’s First name: Shannon Age: 51 Where do you live? New Orleans area…
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Member Spotlight: Sue
First name: Sue Age: 50 Where do you live? Cedar Falls Profession? Finance / Operations for a tech company Diet/weight history? I grew a foot between 4th and…
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Member Spotlight: Dee H
Name? Dee H Age? 52 years old Where do you live? St. Joseph, MI (a little town on Lake Michigan) Profession? Fundraiser for local Boys & Girls Clubs…
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Member Spotlight: Julie
First name: Julie Age: 49 Where do you live? Bellingham, Washington Profession? Special Education Teacher (middle school for students with learning and behavioral disabilities) Diet/weight history? High fat…
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Member Spotlight: “Save yourself or remain unsaved”
First name: It begins with a K! Age: Old enough to know better, but young enough to still go dancing! I was born in the 1970s – I…
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Moderation is a Fairytale
At some point (likely many points) during your low-carb journey, you will encounter a tempting food that is off-plan, and something resembling the following will roll around in…
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Member Spotlight: Carrie and Angelo
First name: Carrie Age (optional): 50 Where do you live? Albany NY area Profession? Global sales Diet/weight history? As a child I was average. By high school I…
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New Study: Outlining the Impact of Low-Carb Diets on Cholesterol
A new paper recently co-authored by Dr. Tro Kalayjian, DO, found that having lower BMI and a lower TG/HDL ratio was associated with larger increases in LDL when beginning a…
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Negative Lifestyle Creep
In working with clients and patients on a low carb and ketogenic diet approach, Dr. Tro, Amy, and I talk a lot about carb and fat creep. These…
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Member Spotlight: Bob H
Name: Bob Age: 55 Where do you live? Ellicott City, Maryland Profession: I worked as a writer early on after college. In graduate school, I had some severe…
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How to Start a Low-Carb Diet in 5 Practical Steps
A practical five-step guide to starting a low-carb way of eating, with meal ideas, label-reading tips, backup plans, FAQs, and important safety considerations.
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How to Maintain Weight Loss Long Term: Habits, Setbacks, and Support
A Toward Health coaching discussion on maintaining progress with simple routines, realistic replacements, supportive accountability, and a plan for setbacks.
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New Study: Case Series Showing Diabetes Can be Reversed by Keto & IF
Medically reviewed by Tro Kalayjian, DO Updated and medically reviewed August 28, 2026 A case series recently co-authored by Dr. Tro Kalayjian, DO, suggests diabetes can be reversed…
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Spotlight on Group Coaching Member: Dr. Doug
We are thrilled to announce Dr. Doug Gwinn will be the featured member at the Group Coaching Zoom meeting, Tuesday, February 9 at 5:30 pm EST. If you’re…
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How to Eat Low-Carb at Restaurants, Parties, and While Traveling
A practical recap of strategies shared in a Toward Health coaching discussion for navigating restaurants, parties, social pressure, and travel while eating low-carb.
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Nuts and Dairy: Fat Creep on Low Carb
Nuts and dairy are very popular foods on a low carb or ketogenic diet — they are nutritious, low in carbs and contain healthy fats and protein. The…
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