Addressing Global Metabolic Health through Education and Training on Evidence-Based Nutrition and Lifestyle Interventions

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A worldwide database to find a practitioner who embraces the concept of Therapeutic Carbohydrate Reduction (TRC).

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Join as a member and enjoy exclusive benefits including the ability to become Accredited as a Metabolic Health Practitioner (MHP).

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Choose a pathway and earn the right to join our list of Accredited practitioners and add the credential MHP after your name.

Research Academy

Come and learn how to design a study in your practice and publish a paper in the journal (JMH), or publish a case study.

Recipes

TCR doesn't have to be restrictive and boring. Check out all these low carb and keto recipes for all your favourite dishes.

One Voice For Metabolic Health

The Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (The SMHPâ„¢) represents all researchers and practitioners working to improve metabolic health around the world through education, training, and support of evidence-based nutritional and lifestyle approaches, including carbohydrate reduction, as a valid therapeutic option or intervention.

Research Academy

The purpose of the SMHP Research Academy is to support SMHP members who want to learn more about conducting research studies for, and publishing case reports in, the Journal of Metabolic Health (JMH).  It provides training on all the steps and processes involved through educational talks, training videos and quarterly journal club meetings.  A process is also provided to connect members with potential research mentors to assist in creating, conducting, and publishing research literature.

Recent News

3 Oct 2026

A Major Step Forward for Therapeutic Carbohydrate Reduction

New Delphi Consensus Guideline Published A new peer-reviewed guideline gives healthcare professionals practical guidance for implementing therapeutic carbohydrate reduction and demonstrates a remarkable level of agreement among experienced clinicians and researchers. The Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (SMHPâ„¢) is pleased

Author - Chris S. Cornell

22 May 2026

Peter Ballerstedt Highlights The SMHP’s Growing Role in Spreading the Metabolic Health Message

Peter Ballerstedt, PhD, has become one of the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners’ most active and visible ambassadors. During a recent Ovadia Heart Health Telemedicine livestream hosted by Ovadia Heart Health coach Chris Cornell, Dr. Ballerstedt discussed his upcoming return

Author - Chris S. Cornell

14 May 2026

A Clearer, Science-Based Conversation About the Ketogenic Diet

Downloaded more than 56,000 times, this ketogenic diet article gives clinicians and patients a practical, evidence-based starting point When Sarah Rice, BSc. (Hons), MCOptom (UK), MHP, began working with LowCarbUSA founder Doug Reynolds, BSc (Elec Eng), MHP, on what would

Author - Chris S. Cornell

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