Obesity and related metabolic health disorders are increasingly prevalent global issues. In a recent study conducted at a specialized metabolic health clinic, researchers explored the impact of Therapeutic Carbohydrate Restriction (TCR) in promoting weight loss and improving metabolic health. The study analyzed data from 202 overweight or obese participants (77% female, mean age 47.3), who…

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A Preview of Dr. Jeffrey Alfonsi’s Grand Rounds Presentation The Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (The SMHP™) is pleased to announce a Grand Rounds Presentation by Dr. Jeffrey Alfonsi, to be held Saturday April 6, 2024, from noon to 2 pm Pacific Time.  The presentation, titled The Development and Evaluation of AI Technology Combined with…

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The Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners is pleased to announce the latest  resource available for both healthcare practitioners and patients: a comprehensive PDF titled “Introduction to Insulin Resistance.”  Given that a startling 90% of adults in the United States fall under the category of “metabolically unhealthy,” this guide serves as an essential read for anyone…

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Metabolic health is increasingly being recognized as a pivotal player in the prevention and management of numerous medical conditions. The Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (The SMHP™) plays a vital role in this recognition, having crafted a rigorous accreditation process that certifies clinicians’ and non-clinicians’ understanding and competence in dietary and lifestyle interventions addressing metabolic…

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As healthcare professionals focused on metabolic health, it is a continuing goal of the Society for Metabolic Practitioners to provide the best resources and solutions to both clinicians and patients. Two new documents related to the benefits of continuous glucose monitors (CGM) merit your attention. These resources are created as part of an ongoing effort…

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Dr. Tro Kalayjian’s Innovative Employee Wellness Program Improving Lives and Productivity for Global Manufacturing Company based in Louisiana  Imagine if your employer gave you the tools and the time you needed to get into shape… “That’s exactly what one local company is doing, and it’s working… helping employees get off medications and transform their lives…”…

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Vic Basmadjian is Now a Nutrition Network Certified Nutrition Advisor & Helping Others; Looking Forward to Attending The SMHP’s Symposium for Metabolic Health  When Vic Basmadjian was 55, he was obese and his health was headed in the wrong direction. “I had hypertension and I was pushing 300 pounds,” he said. “Sleep apnea had kicked…

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