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Why Am I So Tired? Understanding Fatigue in Perimenopause
If you're in your 40s or 50s and feel more exhausted than ever, you're not alone. Perimenopause brings real physiologic changes that affect sleep, metabolism, and energy but not all fatigue is hormonal. Learn when tiredness signals something more, what tests to consider, and evidence-based steps you can take now to feel more like yourself again.
GLP-1 Medications 2025: Cost, Coverage, and Who Should Consider Them
If you're researching GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound, you probably have two main questions: How much will this cost me? And am I actually a good candidate?
As a triple board-certified endocrinologist in Hinsdale, I've been prescribing GLP-1 medications since 2015. This guide covers what you actually need to know.
One in Three Adults Has This Condition & Most Don’t Know It
One in three adults has metabolic syndrome and most don’t know it. This cluster of risk factors quietly raises the chance of diabetes and heart disease, often before symptoms appear. The good news: with the right care, it’s both identifiable and reversible.
Practical, Evidence-Based Nutrition Strategies to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease
Despite advances in cardiovascular care, heart disease remains the leading cause of death—driven in large part by lifestyle-related risk factors like obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. And at the center of it all? Nutrition. Fewer than 10% of U.S. adults meet basic dietary guidelines, and the consequences are showing up in our labs, our energy, and our longevity.
Let’s break down the most effective dietary patterns for preventing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD)—from Mediterranean to DASH—and offers practical strategies for cholesterol, blood pressure, and metabolic health.
Are Seed Oils Bad for You?
Are seed oils truly harmful, or just misunderstood? Lets break down the latest research on omega-6s, inflammation, and cooking practices to help you make informed decisions. Learn which oils support heart health, which to use with care, and how to restore balance with anti-inflammatory omega-3s.