Why Am I Always Hungry?
Adrenals Shot? Probably Not.
Whatever you want to call it—adrenal fatigue, exhaustion, or burnout—it is not a real hormonal condition. Adrenal fatigue is a fake diagnosis that has no scientific basis. If you have been told you have adrenal fatigue, get a second opinion from a board-certified endocrinologist.
Hunger Hormones
"In the past 20 years, we've learned a lot about hunger and satiety hormones," says Scott Isaacs, MD, a board-certified endocrinologist in Atlanta and author of Beat Overeating Now! "The first one was leptin, which was discovered in 1994." Since then, many other hormones that impact hunger, appetite, cravings, and weight have been discovered.
"Leptin is a hormone that's produced by fat cells, and it works to suppress appetite in the brain," Isaacs explains. "We used to think a fat cell was an inert storage depot for excess fat, insulating the body. But now we know that fat is an endocrine organ, that is, a gland that produces hormones. Leptin is just one of the hormones produced by fat cells." The amount of leptin circulating in a person is proportional to the amount of body fat and indicates how much energy stores a person has.
How to Help Your Diabetes Medications Work Better
A healthy diet is well-balanced and includes lean proteins from both animal and vegetarian sources, fruits, vegetables, and nuts,” he says. “Carbohydrates are the component of the diet which have the most significant effect on your blood sugars. Limiting or avoiding added sugars and refined flours can help to keep blood sugars controlled without cutting out healthier carbohydrates such as legumes [beans] and whole grains.
Dr. Isaacs is the Medical Expert for a New Weight Loss Television Show on ABC
Dr. Isaacs is the Medical Expert for a New Weight Loss Television Show on ABC
HMR® at Home
HMR at Home® is for people who are unable to attend our clinic program and need a more flexible option.
New Research Questions Traditional Treatment Approaches for Hypothyroidism
My take on this new research is that we have a lot more to learn about treating thyroid disease. Clearly there are some treatments that don’t seem to provide much benefit, or at least no more benefit than a placebo pill. But, my experience in treating patients in the real world is vastly different.
Dr. Scott Isaacs Receives Obesity Medicine Certification
Scott Isaacs, M.D.. F.A.C.P., F.A.C.E has been certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) as an ABOM diplomate. ABOM diplomates are physicians who undergo rigorous training and an extensive examination process to achieve this designation.
HMR Program at Atlanta Endocrine Associates Named 2017 No. 1 “Best Fast Weight-Loss Diet” by U.S. News & World Report
A program offered by Atlanta Endocrine Associates in partnership with HMR Weight Management Services (HMR) has been named No. 1 Best Fast Weight-Loss Diet in U.S. News & World Reports’ Best Diets of 2017 Rankings.
Fast Weight Loss Is Better Than Slow Weight Loss
A common misconception is that losing weight quickly is not healthy, not sustainable, and will just lead to future weight re-gain. To the contrary, numerous clinical studies demonstrate that following a lifestyle change program which promotes fast initial weight loss can result in better long-term success.
Debbie Lost 65 Pounds in 20 Weeks at Atlanta Endocrine Associates
When I began HMR’s “Decision Free Program,” my words of “I can never lose weight” became changed into “I can become healthy!” This all happened due to the HMR program, Dr. Scott Isaacs and his compassionate staff.
The yummy shakes and the delicious entrees that HMR offers have made it easy for me to achieve 65 pounds …
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"Dr. Scott Isaacs... guru of all things hormonal.” --Jillian Michaels
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