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wise athletesBodycomp FMD | Renee Fitton MS RDProfessional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the "always on" discount)
Renee Fitton MS RD
Renee is a Longevity Dietitian (she holds a masters degree in longevity nutrition earned with Dr Longo at UCLA) and she is the Director of Education at L-Nutra, the ProLon FMD company
Using Fasting-Mimicking Diet (FMD) to manage body comp
I’m not alone in my struggle to build muscle while reducing body fat. I recently completed an 18 month effort to do just that starting and ending with a Dexa scan to avoid any self deception. The results we...
2026-02-0350 minwise athletes podcastBodycomp FMD | Renee Fitton MS RDProfessional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the "always on" discount)
Renee Fitton MS RD
Renee is a Longevity Dietitian (she holds a masters degree in longevity nutrition earned with Dr Longo at UCLA) and she is the Director of Education at L-Nutra, the ProLon FMD company
Using Fasting-Mimicking Diet (FMD) to manage body comp
I’m not alone in my struggle to build muscle while reducing body fat. I recently completed an 18 month effort to do just that starting and ending with a Dexa scan to avoid any self deception. The results we...
2026-02-0350 min
wise athletes podcast#177 | Bodycomp FMD | Renee Fitton MS RDProfessional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the "always on" discount)
Renee Fitton MS RD
Renee is a Longevity Dietitian (she holds a masters degree in longevity nutrition earned with Dr Longo at UCLA) and she is the Director of Education at L-Nutra, the ProLon FMD company
Using Fasting-Mimicking Diet (FMD) to manage body comp
I’m not alone in my struggle to build muscle while reducing body fat. I recently completed an 18 month effort to do just that starting and ending with a Dexa scan to avoid any self deception. The results we...
2026-02-0350 minwise athletes podcast#174 | Dodging Dementia in the Older Athlete | Amanda Wiggins, PhDProfessional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the always discount)
Amanda Wiggins, PhD
Amanda Wiggins completed a BSc(Hons) in Neuroscience at University of Otago in New Zealand. University of Otago
She then earned a PhD in neuroscience at the University of Melbourne in Australia. University of Otago
Her interest lies in turning neuroscience/brain research into useful products — especially given the rising prevalence of neurological conditions as populations age.
In our conversation.....
What “brain-fitness” means in the context of an athlete who’s been training for years and now faces the extra variable...
2025-11-011h 00
wise athletes podcastDodging Dementia in the Older AthleteProfessional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the always discount)
Amanda Wiggins, PhD
Amanda Wiggins completed a BSc(Hons) in Neuroscience at University of Otago in New Zealand. University of Otago
She then earned a PhD in neuroscience at the University of Melbourne in Australia. University of Otago
Her interest lies in turning neuroscience/brain research into useful products — especially given the rising prevalence of neurological conditions as populations age.
In our conversation.....
What “brain-fitness” means in the context of an athlete who’s been training for years and now faces the extra variable...
2025-11-011h 00wise athletesDodging Dementia in the Older AthleteProfessional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the always discount)
Amanda Wiggins, PhD
Amanda Wiggins completed a BSc(Hons) in Neuroscience at University of Otago in New Zealand. University of Otago
She then earned a PhD in neuroscience at the University of Melbourne in Australia. University of Otago
Her interest lies in turning neuroscience/brain research into useful products — especially given the rising prevalence of neurological conditions as populations age.
In our conversation.....
What “brain-fitness” means in the context of an athlete who’s been training for years and now faces the extra variable...
2025-11-011h 00wise athletes podcast#172 | Levers of (Food) Satiety | Dr Ted NaimanProfessional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the always discount)
Dr Ted Naiman Bio:
Dr. Ted Naiman is a board-certified Family Medicine physician in the department of Primary Care at a leading major medical center in Seattle. Dr. Naiman holds an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering, which influences his analytical approach to medicine. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University in 1997 . Initially raised in a near-vegetarian Seventh-day Adventist household, he experienced personal health challenges that led him to explore alternative nutritional strategies. This journey culminated in the development of the P:E...
2025-09-0151 min
wise athletes podcastLevers of (Food) SatietyProfessional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the always discount)
Dr Ted Naiman Bio:
Dr. Ted Naiman is a board-certified Family Medicine physician in the department of Primary Care at a leading major medical center in Seattle. Dr. Naiman holds an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering, which influences his analytical approach to medicine. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University in 1997 . Initially raised in a near-vegetarian Seventh-day Adventist household, he experienced personal health challenges that led him to explore alternative nutritional strategies. This journey culminated in the development of the P:E...
2025-09-0151 minwise athletesLevers of (Food) SatietyProfessional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the always discount)
Dr Ted Naiman Bio:
Dr. Ted Naiman is a board-certified Family Medicine physician in the department of Primary Care at a leading major medical center in Seattle. Dr. Naiman holds an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering, which influences his analytical approach to medicine. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University in 1997 . Initially raised in a near-vegetarian Seventh-day Adventist household, he experienced personal health challenges that led him to explore alternative nutritional strategies. This journey culminated in the development of the P:E...
2025-09-0151 min
The Enlightened PharmacistDr. Vyvyane Loh: Preventing Chronic Diseases (Part 2)Welcome back to "The Enlightened Pharmacist"! In Part 1 of our conversation with Dr. Vyvyane Loh, we explored her incredible journey through health and wellness, learning how she transitioned from facing her own metabolic challenges to becoming a leading advocate for personalized care in preventing chronic diseases. Dr. Loh is a remarkable physician who wears many hats – she's board-certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, a dance choreographer, and an award-winning fiction writer. I will put links to Part 1 in the show notes.Today, we are excited to dive deeper into Dr. Loh's expertise on guiding patients to ac...
2025-02-271h 09
The Enlightened PharmacistDr. Vyvyane Loh: Preventing Chronic Diseases Part 1Welcome back to "The Enlightened Pharmacist"! Have you ever felt frustrated by conflicting healthcare recommendations or left in the dark about your own health journey? If so, you're not alone.In Part 1 of our conversation with Dr. Vyvyane Loh, we explored her incredible journey through health and wellness, learning how she transitioned from facing her own metabolic challenges to becoming a leading advocate for personalized care in preventing chronic diseases.In This Episode, You'll Discover:Revolutionary Alternatives to Chronic Disease...
2025-01-1041 min
Stay Off My Operating TableDr. Vyvyane Loh: Normal Weight Obesity is the Hidden Epidemic #153Have you ever contemplated the profound interplay between your mind, body, and the daily choices you make? This episode features Dr. Vyvyanne Loh, a physician with a holistic approach to wellness, who shares her personal transformation from burnout to a revitalized healer. Vivian's story is a beacon of hope for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the rigors of their profession, demonstrating the power of self-care and a mindful return to one's calling.Embarking on a thought-provoking voyage through the intricacies of human health, we navigate beyond traditional metrics and delve into the essence of wellbeing with Dr. Loh...
2024-07-231h 06
wise athletes podcastThe #1 Secret to Healthy Fat Loss | Vyvyane Loh MDPro Level Supplements for WiseAthletes
As a followup to my chat with Dr Vyvyane Loh, Glen and I sat down with Dr Loh to get into the HOW of losing excess body fat without losing muscle. Dr Loh does not disappoint as she shares her tips on how she has helped so many people successfully navigate the changes needed to get to a healthy body fat level AND a healthy body muscle level...both are necessary for health and athletic performance.
Check out my own Dexa Scan at the bottom of the show notes that...
2024-06-221h 16wise athletes podcast#137 | The #1 Secret to Healthy Fat Loss | Vyvyane Loh MDPro Level Supplements for WiseAthletes
As a followup to my chat with Dr Vyvyane Loh, Glen and I sat down with Dr Loh to get into the HOW of losing excess body fat without losing muscle. Dr Loh does not disappoint as she shares her tips on how she has helped so many people successfully navigate the changes needed to get to a healthy body fat level AND a healthy body muscle level...both are necessary for health and athletic performance.
Check out my own Dexa Scan at the bottom of the show notes that...
2024-06-221h 16wise athletesThe #1 Secret to Healthy Fat Loss | Vyvyane Loh MDPro Level Supplements for WiseAthletes
As a followup to my chat with Dr Vyvyane Loh, Glen and I sat down with Dr Loh to get into the HOW of losing excess body fat without losing muscle. Dr Loh does not disappoint as she shares her tips on how she has helped so many people successfully navigate the changes needed to get to a healthy body fat level AND a healthy body muscle level...both are necessary for health and athletic performance.
Check out my own Dexa Scan at the bottom of the show notes that...
2024-06-221h 16
vlmd roundsEpisode 55: Physician Burnout--How the Cult of Medicine Entraps DoctorsSend us a Text Message.Healthcare systems use cult tactics on doctors to forge a disenfranchised workforce, deprived of autonomy and independent thinking. I share my own experience of burnout and reflections on the real cause of burnout in medicine. Contact me for information on my physician burnout recovery program: www.vyvyanelohmd.com
2024-06-0257 min
vlmd roundsEpisode 54: Life & Death with IronSend us a Text Message.Most people with anemia or iron overload don’t think about their immune system but iron levels are very closely linked to inflammation in your body. Learn the details on the regulation of iron stores in the body and the importance of macrophages in iron cycling. Find out how iron impacts insulin sensitivity and metabolic health and what happens when iron is deposited in your brain. liver and other organs.Note: There is a sound glitch at 32:36 and I was saying "spinach is rich in oxalic acid". This interferes with ir...
2024-06-011h 00
wise athletes podcastWhat's your Healthy Fat %?Pro Level Supplements for WiseAthletes
If you look around you can see that body fatness is a bigger problem now than it used to be. Officially the statistic is approximately 45% of Americans are obese measured by BMI. But if we measure body fat as a percentage of total body weight, the metric is closer to 90 percent. because of the many people who don’t look obese but have high fat combined with low muscle mass. What's even more concerning for wise athletes is that the level of body fatness that is unhealthy varies dramatically between people because the...
2024-05-261h 05wise athletes podcast#135 | What's your Healthy Fat %? | Vyvyane Loh MDPro Level Supplements for WiseAthletes
If you look around you can see that body fatness is a bigger problem now than it used to be. Officially the statistic is approximately 45% of Americans are obese measured by BMI. But if we measure body fat as a percentage of total body weight, the metric is closer to 90 percent. because of the many people who don’t look obese but have high fat combined with low muscle mass. What's even more concerning for wise athletes is that the level of body fatness that is unhealthy varies dramatically between people because the...
2024-05-261h 05wise athletesWhat's your Healthy Fat %?Pro Level Supplements for WiseAthletes
If you look around you can see that body fatness is a bigger problem now than it used to be. Officially the statistic is approximately 45% of Americans are obese measured by BMI. But if we measure body fat as a percentage of total body weight, the metric is closer to 90 percent. because of the many people who don’t look obese but have high fat combined with low muscle mass. What's even more concerning for wise athletes is that the level of body fatness that is unhealthy varies dramatically between people because the...
2024-05-261h 05
STEMTalks Archive - IHMC | Institute for Human & Machine CognitionEpisode 166: Vyvyane Loh and Ken Ford discuss atherosclerotic heart diseaseDr. Vyvyane Loh returns to STEM-Talk for her second appearance to talk about atherosclerotic heart disease. Also known as ASCVD, the disease has been reported to affect 26 million people in the U.S., and annually leads two million hospitalizations and more than 400,000 deaths.
Vyvyane is a board-certified physician in obesity and internal medicine. In episode 142 of STEM-Talk, we talked to Vyvyane about her Boston-based preventative-care practice that specializes in weight management and the treatment of chronic metabolic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia.
In today’s podcast, Vyvyane and host Dr. Ken Ford talk abo...
2024-04-1154 minSTEM-TalkEpisode 166: Vyvyane Loh and Ken Ford discuss atherosclerotic heart diseaseDr. Vyvyane Loh returns to STEM-Talk for her second appearance to talk about atherosclerotic heart disease. Also known as ASCVD, the disease has been reported to affect 26 million people in the U.S., and annually leads two million hospitalizations and more than 400,000 deaths.
Vyvyane is a board-certified physician in obesity and internal medicine. In episode 142 of STEM-Talk, we talked to Vyvyane about her Boston-based preventative-care practice that specializes in weight management and the treatment of chronic metabolic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia.
In today’s podcast, Vyvyane and host Dr. Ken Ford talk abo...
2024-04-1154 min
Boundless Body Radio"Reviewing Dayspring and Attia"- A Cholesterol Clinic with Dr. Vyvyane Loh! 610Send a textDr. Vyvyane Loh is a returning guest on our show! Check out both parts of our two-part series by listening to episode 427 and episode 431 of Boundless Body Radio! Dr. Vyvyane Loh is the host of the amazing VLMD Rounds Podcast, and today we’ll be focusing on her recent episode, titled “Reviewing Dayspring and Attia”.Dr. Vyvyane Loh is board-certified in Obesity Medicine and Internal Medicine. She is a member of the Obesity Medicine Association and The Obesity Society. She was the recipient of the Bunting/Radcliffe Fellowship in Fic...
2024-03-271h 04
vlmd roundsReviewing Dayspring and AttiaSend us a Text Message.Fuzzy science” abounds in the world, and even luminaries fall into its trap sometimes. This review clarifies the mis-explanations of important concepts in lipid science that were discussed in Peter Attia’s podcast. The interview with Dr. Thomas Dayspring resulted in a 7 hour series that promised a deep dive into cholesterol and lipoproteins. Lipid science is a complex and ever-evolving field. Understanding some of the basic tenets of the field helps us traverse more complicated topics. The intention of this review is to help clarify the important points Dr. Dayspring made and to o...
2024-02-102h 11
ProLongevityDr Vyvyane Loh & Graham Phillips discuss metabolic health: what can we learn from Eastern Medicine?Chapterisation:00:00 - Introduction10:14 - Nutrition in the East is core to longer living14:35 - Dr Loh relearnt the basics after med school to understand metabolic health21:48 - Vyvyane explains the science behind a nourishing diet for humans and her approach with clients27:50 - What are macrophages?40:01 - DrLoh and Graham's experience on burnout. How Dr Loh aims revolutionise Healthcare in the US54:44 - All cause mortality! What we can do to improve quality and quantity of life01:00:20 - Eastern medicine: sleep is vital
2024-01-191h 10vlmd roundsWhy Tuberculosis & Atherosclerosis are Siblings!Send us a Text Message. Why Tuberculosis & Atherosclerosis are Siblings!You can learn a lot about someone if you know their family members. That's why we're looking at Tuberculosis in this episode. 1.8 billion of the world's population has been infected by TB. Most of them have latent infection. 10.6 million had active infection in 2021. This common infectious disease has many similarities to atherosclerosis and we could learn a lot about plaque formation by looking at TB.#tuberculosis #tb #atherosclerosis #ldl #cholesterol #metabolichealthTo improve your metabolic health: Tulaversity.com
2023-09-1244 minvlmd roundsVascular Calcification: The Real Story | Episode 51Send us a Text Message.We'll discuss the general process of vascular calcification and some common risk factors for this. How do smooth muscle cells in the blood vessel wall contribute to the process? And what about macrophages? How do statins affect calcification? What about CAC-scores? What would happen if you have a low score and started taking a statin? Which calcified plaques are at highest risk for rupture? Find out in this episode of vlmd rounds.#atherosclerosis #ldl #cholesterol #calciumscoreCourses for Health coaches & Metabolic Practitioners: https://www.tulaversity...
2023-09-0532 minvlmd roundsMacrophages in the Plaque--What No-one Told You | Episode 50Send us a Text Message.Learn about the role of macrophages in atherosclerosis. Where do they really come from? How do they contribute to the plaque? How are they driving the immune reaction? What's the relation between macrophages and T cells? We'll also look at vascular inflammation in the form of autoimmune vasculitis and note the similarities with atherosclerosis.#LDL #atherosclerosis #choelsterol #plaque #heartdisease #vasculitis #macrophagesMy website: vyvyanelohmd.comCheck out the livestream datesWork with me to improve your metabolic health...
2023-08-2939 minvlmd roundsWhat's Really Important About the Vasa Vasorum | Episode 49Send us a Text Message.Continuing on my discussion from episode 48, I lay out the real significance of the Vasa Vasorum. What is it about the vasa vasorum that plays into Atherosclerosis as an autoimmune disease? What's the real difference between the vasa vasorum of veins vs arteries?My website: vyvyanelohmd.comWork with me on your metabolic health: tulaversity.com
2023-08-2232 minvlmd roundsWhat They Got Wrong About The Vasa VasorumSend us a Text Message.I've been asked so many times about which end of the blood vessel allows entry of LDL particles that I've decided to address the question in this episode. One of the reasons there is so much confusion around discussion of the vasa vasorum is that we only focus on 1 tiny aspect of it and not the whole picture. All that missing information leads to confusion, "fuzzy talk" about the vasa vasorum and the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis. I've decided to do 2 episodes on the topic and in this 1st part, we'll just look...
2023-08-1528 minvlmd roundsThe Clot Thickens in Atherosclerosis--but How?Send us a Text Message.The Clot Thickens in Atherosclerosis--but How?This episode is based on a request by a listener to address Dr. Malcolm Kendrick's hypothesis on the clot as the underlying initiator of atherosclerosis which he proposed in his book, The Clot Thickens. Based on his observations, Dr. Kendrick talks about atherosclerosis as a blood disorder from increased clotting due to damage to the blood vessel lining. My points in this episode clarify the immune science of atherosclerosis and blood clotting, and delve into the significance and role of platelets in the disease...
2023-08-0832 minvlmd roundsCholesterol's Secret Role in Atherosclerosis | Episode 46Send us a Text Message.Cholesterol is often considered the troublemaker in atherosclerosis. The medical world vilifies it and with some medications, aims to drive it to the brink of extinction in your body! Although not the inciting event in atherosclerosis, it does have an important role in the disease process and that's the main topic in this episode. I'll reveal "secrets" or rarely discussed aspects of cholesterol metabolism and how that may contribute to atherosclerosis. As usual, all is not quite what it seems in the marvelous complexity of the human body.Let me know what y...
2023-08-0136 minvlmd roundsThe Missing Link Between LDL & AtherosclerosisSend us a Text Message.LDL-cholesterol--usually cast as the villain in the disease process of atherosclerosis. But is cholesterol the main problem? Why does your doctor want to lower the level of LDL as much as possible? Then there are others who say that high LDL levels are not the problem, it's mainly inflammation we should worry about. Just lower your inflammation and you should be fine. This episode will discuss the link between LDL, atherosclerosis/heart disease and inflammation. This is the MISSING LINK that has been right in front of our ey...
2023-07-2535 minvlmd roundsWhy You Should Drink Tea | Episode 44Send us a Text Message.Tea is full of bioactive molecules that have medicinal properties. What are some of the health effects of tea? Are there differences between green, black and fermented tea? How should you prepare it so that it preserves its healing effects? Learn more about my favorite drink in this episode of vlmd rounds!For more information, go to www.VyvyaneLoh MD.com
2023-07-1845 minvlmd roundsSleep and Athletic Performance | Episode 43Send us a Text Message.What are the sleep patterns of elite athletes? How does sleep affect our athletic performance? How can we manage our sleep and training schedules? How much sleep do athletes need? How does altitude training impact sleep? What does brainwashing have to do with sleep? If you're an elite athlete or someone looking to optimize your athletic performance, check out this episode and let me know your thoughts.Here's my previous sleep episode: https://youtu.be/qdDyR8CAs40For more information visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-07-1149 minvlmd roundsIs Ginger Good for You? | Episode 42Send us a Text Message.Ginger has been around for thousands of years as a spice and a medicinal herb in many cultures. Are its touted effects real or wishful thinking? How does ginger impact your brain? What about fat? How should you consume ginger and which forms have more efficacy? Will ginger make you lose weight? Check out this episode for the details.For more information, visit www.VyvyaneLohMd.com
2023-07-0550 minvlmd roundsAnxiety and Brain Inflammation Episode 41Send us a Text Message.Anxiety is a distressing condition experienced by millions of people worldwide. It is generally treated with counseling and therapy, anti-anxiolytic medications to manage the symptoms and sometimes also antidepressants. However, it is becoming increasingly clear that anxiety is associated with neuroinflammation. We'll look at the changes in the brain with anxiety as well as different models of anxiety. How does chronic stress play a role in this? We'll also discuss ways to decrease inflammation in the brain. For more information, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-06-271h 00vlmd roundsWhy Men Need Estrogen | Episode 40Send us a Text Message.We've heard about the benefits of testosterone replacement for men and when we talk about aging and metabolic health, much has been made against estrogen in men. In general, estrogen has been thought of as feminizing in men, and the idea has been to get rid of its effects while strengthening androgenic effects in men. Yet it turns out that estrogen has metabolic benefits in men and women and estrogen deficits can increase cardiometabolic risks in all of us. Find out why estrogen is absolutely crucial for men's health in this episode...
2023-06-2044 minvlmd roundsTitle: Menopause and FatSend us a Text Message.What happens to your body in menopause? Why is it so easy to gain weight and so hard to lose it after menopause? What can you do about it? This episode is for everyone who has ever asked me those questions. Learn about what happens to your fat when you hit menopause and how that impacts you metabolically. What are some of the best strategies to lose fat after menopause? Find out in episode 39 of vlmd rounds.For more information, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-06-1346 minvlmd roundsA is for...Metabolism? | Episode 38Send us a Text Message.Vitamin A metabolites or retinoids are usually thought of as important for the skin and the eye, but metabolism? How do we get Vitamin A in our diet? Is beta-carotene the same as Vitamin A? (NO, but it's important to know why). How does Vitamin A affect fat tissue? Does Vitamin A have an impact on insulin resistance? Check out this episode for the details.For more information, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-06-0651 minvlmd roundsChronic Itch: when nerves, immunity and stress meetSend us a Text Message.In this episode we will look at the sensation of itching and how it is perpetuated. What is the difference between an acute itch vs. chronic itch? How are skin cells, neurons and immune cells talking to each other? Why do we itch? And how does itching fit into the larger phenomena of interoception (the perception of internal signals like hunger and heartbeat)? We'll also explore how stress can affect your skin and what you can do about it. And while this episode focuses on chronic itching, you'll also discover surprising links...
2023-05-3059 minvlmd roundsCholesterol, Oxidized and Otherwise | Episode 36Send us a Text Message.How is cholesterol metabolized? What controls its biosynthesis? What happens when it's modified? What are the effects of oxidized cholesterol on health and disease? What about cholesterol immunometabolism? Check out this episode to learn more. For more information, visit http://www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-05-2350 minvlmd roundsHow Your Liver Becomes Foie Gras | Episode 35.Send us a Text Message.Fatty liver disease is the most common chronic liver disease globally. Who is at higher risk? How is this related to cargo exchange between the liver and fat tissue? How is this related to Vitamin A? We'll look at lesser known facts on fatty liver disease in this episode. For more information, visit http://www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-05-1650 minvlmd roundsAlzheimer's and the ApoE4 Apocalypse | Episode 34Send us a Text Message.What are some factors involved in the development of Alzheimer's Disease? ApoE4 increases the risk of AD but how? What is the difference between brain ApoE and peripheral ApoE? What's the connection with microglia?Check out episode 34 of vlmd roundsLinks:The Magical Mystery Macrophage Tour: https://youtu.be/-CQqfkrae00Lipoproteins episode: https://youtu.be/o9GU5ECGzs0
2023-05-0957 minvlmd roundsUnlocking the Mysterious World of HDL | Episode 33Send us a Text Message.What are HDLs? Are they cardioprotective or harmful? How do statins affect them? How do they impact immune cells? Join us for this episode of vlmd rounds and learn about HDLs--the truth may surprise you.Reference Podcasts:Magical Mystery Macrophage Tour: https://youtu.be/-CQqfkrae00Lipoproteins: https://youtu.be/o9GU5ECGzs0Innate Immunity: https://youtu.be/MpUy-k0eiCAAdaptive immunity (T cells) https://youtu.be/aPPJfCl1KjMFor more information, visit http://VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-05-021h 01vlmd roundsHow COVID ha-RAAS-es your Brain | Episode 32Send us a Text Message.We'll look at the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS) and its impact on different tissues in the body with an emphasis on the brain. Find out how RAAS activation damages your body and what to do about it. For more information visit http://www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-04-2552 minvlmd roundsThe Complicated Case of Branched Chain Amino Acids | Episode 31Send us a Text Message.BCAAs have been implicated in obesity, insulin resistance, worsening heart failure and liver disease. Should we be cutting down on BCAAs? Are plant protein sources better for you? Why do I consider this topic a can of worms (which, incidentally, are a great source of protein and BCAAs!)? Check out this episode of vlmd rounds.
2023-04-1857 minvlmd roundsWhen ketones will kill you & when they'll protect you | Episode 30Send us a Text Message.Title: When ketones will kill you & when they'll protect youIt's important to know when ketones are good for you and when they are bad for you. What do we know about heart function on chronic ketone body exposure? What do ketones have to do with mTORC1 and v-ATPases? How did amino acids sneak into this episode??? Check out Episode 30 of vlmd rounds. For more info, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-04-1156 minvlmd roundsWhat the Heart Eats | Episode 29Send us a Text Message.We're looking at heart metabolism in this episode. What fuels feed the heart? Do those substrates change in insulin resistance and if so, in what way? We'll explore the basics of cardiac metabolism in this episode.For more info, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-04-0456 min
MikkipediaObesity, metabolism and mitochondrial health - Dr Vyvyane LohThis week on the podcast Mikki speaks to Dr Vyvyane Loh, board certified physician specialising in obesity and internal medicine. But Vyvyane is so much more than that. She is a dancer, a choreographer and an award winning fiction writer. Mikki and Dr Loh go into the depths of obesity, what the ‘problem’ is that the body is trying to solve when somebody stores excess body fat. They discuss the different types of body fat (including visceral fat and what the problem is with it), the interaction between adipose tissue and the immune system and also talk about how Vyvy...
2023-03-281h 05vlmd roundsBrain Metabolism- What happens to Glucose in the Brain | Episode 28Send us a Text Message.The Brain is only 2% of body mass and consumes over 20% of the body's glucose. How does it handle the glucose? Why is it that neurons take up 80-90% of the total energy in the brain but don't take up most of the glucose? How is the brain similar to muscle? Learn about Brain Metabolism and find out some of the brain's secrets in this episode of vlmd rounds.For more info, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-03-2858 minvlmd roundsBrain Insulin Resistance- How It’s Different | Episode 27Send us a Text Message.The assumption is that brain insulin resistance is the same as in the rest of the body. Before we dive into topics on neurodegenerative diseases, let's get clear on the differences between peripheral and CNS insulin. How does insulin get into the brain? What happens at the blood brain barrier? Brain insulin could surprise you!For more information visit http://www.VyvyaneLohMD.com.
2023-03-2154 min
Boundless Body RadioMetabolic Health with Dr. Vyvyane Loh, Part Two! 431Send a textDr. Vyvyane Loh is a very recent returning guest on our show! Check out part one of this two part series by listening to episode 427 of Boundless Body Radio! Dr. Vyvyane Loh is board-certified in Obesity Medicine and Internal Medicine. She is a member of the Obesity Medicine Association and The Obesity Society. Her other achievements include choreography and writing. She was the recipient of the Bunting/Radcliffe Fellowship in Fiction in 2006, a Guggenheim Fellow in Fiction in 2008, and shortlisted for the 2005 international IMPAC Award in Literature. Her diverse skills support her commitment to...
2023-03-201h 05vlmd roundsT-ing up the immune system | Episode 26Send us a Text Message.This week we'll look at T lymphocytes and their training process (yes, they have to go to Thymus school and pass 2 very important exams!). What makes a T cells a helper cell? What makes it a killer cell? Get to the the T's on Episode 26 of vlmd rounds. For more info, visit http://www.VyvyaneLohMd.com
2023-03-1459 min
Boundless Body RadioMetabolic Health with Dr. Vyvyane Loh, Part One! 427Send a textDr. Vyvyane Loh is board-certified in Obesity Medicine and Internal Medicine. She graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and trained at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, where she also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Loh worked at HMR and was the medical obesity specialist at Newton-Wellesley Hospital’s Center for Weight Loss Surgery before starting her own practice. She is a member of the Obesity Medicine Association and The Obesity Society. Her other achievements include choreography and writing. She was the recipient of the Bunting/Radcliffe Fellowship in Fiction in 2006, a Guggenheim Fellow in Fiction in 2008, an...
2023-03-131h 20vlmd roundsThe B-boys and girls of the Immune System | Episode 25Send us a Text Message.We're breaking down the adaptive immune system in this episode by looking at B lymphocytes, how they make antibodies to diverse antigens, how they're activated and their interaction with other immune cells. We'll also look at the different classes of antibodies and their functions.For more information, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-03-071h 04vlmd roundsThe Incredible Innate Immune System | Episode 24.Send us a Text Message.PAMPs and DAMPs, complement proteins and MAC, macrophages, Natural Killers and Interferon, MHC molecules...come get acquainted with the players in your innate immune system. For more information, visit http://www.VyvyaneLohMd.com
2023-02-281h 01vlmd roundsA Beiger Shade of White: Skipping the Fat FandangoSend us a Text Message.White fat, brown fat, brite/beige fat, pink fat--those are the shades of fat we possess. In this episode we'll focus on brown and brite fat and how to increase those fat depots to increase metabolic rate and insulin sensitivity. What supplements increase brown or brite fat? How long do those effects last? How does fasting affect beige fat? Find out on episode 23 of vlmd roundsFor more info, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-02-211h 19vlmd roundsLipoproteins 1--a basic guide | Episode 22Send us a Text Message.Lipoproteins are a transport system for fats in the body. Certain classes of them have been implicated in atherosclerosis. We'll cover an overview on lipoproteins as they are commonly discussed in the medical world and also answer certain basic questions such as where small dense LDLs come from and what is oxidized in OxLDL?For more information visit http://www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-02-141h 18vlmd roundsCaveats on mTOR! | Episode 21Send us a Text Message. Caveats on mTOR!Time to talk about cell growth, so let's bring out the "massTOR" cell growth system, mTOR! Yes, it's important if you want to build bigger muscles and yes, it would help if you took your leucine but there's more involved with mTOR than meets the eye. Here are some details that are often not discussed when talking about mTOR and if you stick with it to the end, I'll even throw in cholesterol and statins (why not?) ***Note: when I say Rag ATPases, I mean ...
2023-02-071h 04vlmd roundsGlycocalyx- The Sugar Coat cells need to survive | Episode 20Send us a Text Message.When red blood cells flow in a capillary they do not touch the sides of the blood vessel. This observation led to the discovery of the Glycocalyx which all cells need to survive. Find out the role of the Glycocalyx in cell health, in interactions with lipoproteins and how they contribute to atherosclerosis. For more information, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2023-01-311h 09vlmd roundsShrunken Brain Syndrome--America's hidden health crisis | Episode 19Send us a Text Message.Mental health problems have been on the rise. Millennials are having strokes. Young-onset dementia is a global phenomenon. What's going on with the brains of homo sapiens in the 21st century? Discover America's health crisis on vlmd rounds.For more information, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com.
2023-01-2456 minvlmd roundsAlcohol: heart-healthy or heartless? | Episode 18Send us a Text Message.Does light drinking improve heart health? Does it help you manage your blood sugar and decrease insulin resistance? What about using fructose to speed up alcohol metabolism in your body? Separate the facts from fiction in our episode on alcohol.https://www.vyvyanelohmd.com/EnterWrite to
2023-01-171h 38
Your Brand Expressed PodcastFrom curiosity, to questions ... to greatness! | Episode 7Welcome to Episode 7 of Your Brand Expressed Podcast.In this episode, Vyvyane Loh, MD, CJ, and I discuss the power of questions.So if you want to become the authority in your industry, confidently build solid relationships online with clients, and discover ways to make your brand a household name so you can learn how to navigate your business with a creative mindset, tune in now!In this episode, you'll discover:Episode Title: " From Curiosity to Questions ... to Greatness!"Inspire your clients on their journeyMeet them where they're atShow them...
2023-01-101h 09vlmd roundsUric Acid and the Purines--troublemakers? | Episode 17Send us a Text Message.Dig into the surprising past of Uric Acid in Episode 17 of vlmd rounds. Why do we make such a toxic substance in our bodies? Why do we keep hanging on to it instead of excreting all of it? What is its role in neurodegenerative diseases? Meet the intriguing Uric Acid and discover its secrets.
2023-01-1055 minvlmd roundsThe Scoop on Artificial Sweeteners | Episode 16Send us a Text Message.Are Artificial Sweeteners/non-nutritive sweeteners bad for you? What about studies that have shown that they can cause anxiety? How much can you consume per day? Get the scoop on this topic on Episode 16 of vlmd rounds. For more info, visit http://www.VyvyaneLohMd.com
2023-01-031h 22vlmd roundsWhat to do about lead/cadmium in chocolate | Episode 15Send us a Text Message.Chocolate lovers everywhere have been in mourning since Consumer Reports came out with a study showing that 20 popular chocolate brands contained high levels of lead and cadmium. Does this mean we should stop eating chocolate now? What can lead and cadmium do to your body? What other products may be contaminated? We'll discuss all this and ways you can decrease the lead and cadmium load to your body when eating cocoa products.For more information visit http://www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2022-12-2737 minvlmd roundsConfronting the Metabolic F-word--Fructose! | Episode 14Send us a Text Message.What makes Fructose metabolically different from Glucose, and how does that difference affect your body? How does Fructose affect your brain, and what is its link to a mysterious kidney disease called Mesoamerican Nephropathy? Find out in Episode 14 of vlmd rounds. For more information visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2022-12-201h 03vlmd roundsToxic Sugar Products in...Meat? | Episode 13Send us a Text Message.Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs) are proteins modified by sugars to become toxic chemicals. High blood sugar increases their formation in the body to cause damage to tissues. But could eating meat (which have minimal dietary sugars) cause these dangerous products as well? Find out in this episode of vlmd rounds.For more information visit www.vlmdrounds.com.EnterWrite to
2022-12-1359 minvlmd roundsSleep is Hard Work for Your Body | Episode 12Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we will talk about how sleep impacts your metabolic health. What is the architecture of sleep and how is sleep asymmetric? How can we improve our sleep hygiene? We'll discuss circadian rhythms and what to do if you have insomnia.For more information, go to www.vlmdrounds.com
2022-12-061h 22vlmd roundsA Doctor's Guide to Safe Resistance Training. | Episode 11Send us a Text Message.Learn how muscles grow and the best way to train safely. We'll start with the basics of muscle hypertrophy and go on to learn some foundation moves with emphasis on body mechanics. We'll also discuss progressions from chair/wheelchair options to intermediate levels. Find out how to use Isometric and eccentric exercises to increase strength and muscle mass. For more information, visit www.vlmdrounds.com
2022-11-291h 24vlmd roundsThe Forensics on Fat| Episode 10Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we do an investigative dive into dietary fats, their structure, and their importance in our bodies. Think you know Fats? Check this out and see.For more information visit:www.vlmdrounds.com
2022-11-221h 00vlmd roundsInsulin Was Framed! Here's the Defense...| Episode 9Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we discuss Hyperinsulinemia and Insulin Resistance and how Insulin has been protecting you!For more information, visit www.vlmdrounds.com
2022-11-1545 minvlmd roundsHow High Can you Go (with Blood Sugar)? | Episode 8Send us a Text Message.Learn about hyperglycemia and how it damages your body. We'll also discuss how your body regulates high blood sugar.
2022-11-0846 minvlmd roundsProteins and Fats Make...Sugar! | Episode 7Send us a Text Message.This episode focuses on hypoglycemia and how your body regulates low blood sugar by making its own glucose. We'll also learn about the hormonal regulation of low blood sugar in your body.For more information, visit www.VyvyaneLoh.com
2022-11-0148 minvlmd roundsThe Secret Life of Carbohydrates | Episode 6Send us a Text Message.Think you know carbs? Here's a complete introduction to the world of carbohydrates. Which carbs are food sources? What types of dietary fibres are there and how do they impact your health? Can eating too much fibre increase your risk of liver cancer? Find out on episode 6 of vlmd rounds.For more information, visit www.VyvyaneLohMD.com
2022-10-251h 05vlmd roundsBone up on Bone for immune and metabolic health | Episode 5Send us a Text Message.DescriptionWe discuss the structural function of bone and how to improve bond mass and quality through nutrition. In addition, we talk about the immune and hormonal functions of bone. Learn how bone can help you with stress!Time stamps:2:48 Body composition review3:37 Bone density and DXA4:16 Bone structure4:45 Osteoblasts7:30 Osteocytes8:55 Osteoclasts10:16 Osteoporosis10:58 Osteoporotic fractures13:44 Cost burden of osteoporotic fractures16:23 Risks for osteoporotic fractures17:42 Ethnic differences in BMD, frac...
2022-10-181h 05vlmd roundsLosing Muscle Messes with Your Metabolism (and Weight)| Episode 4Send us a Text Message.Besides its structural importance, muscle is metabolically active tissue that hugely impacts your health. Find out how losing weight may work against your metabolism and why it may be hard for you to lose weight.For more information on Dr. Vyvyane Loh visit https://www.vyvyanelohmd.comTime stamps:2:29 Importance of muscle3:14 Skeletal Muscle vs. Smooth Muscle4:40 Skeletal Muscle structure7:42 Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)10:00 BMR difference between muscle and fat16:06 Sarcopenia17:04 Health risks with sarcopenia18:57 Cr...
2022-10-111h 04vlmd roundsSick Fat or Healthy Fat--How Would You Know? | Episode 3Send us a Text Message.What is sick fat? How do you know if you have it?How does it make you sick? How can you get rid of it? All this here and more in our 3rd episode. If you care about your health, this is one you can't miss.For more information on Dr. Vyvyane Loh visit https://www.vyvyanelohmd.comTime stamps:4:08 Components of Obesity4:50 Vilification of Fat6:10 Fat is an organ8:00 Leptin9:42 Blood Brain B...
2022-10-0446 minvlmd roundsBMI VS. Body Composition: Watch The Fight Here! | Episode 2Send us a Text Message.DescriptionIn this episode Dr. Loh discusses BMI vs body composition and how we can be deceived by the number on the scale.Find out more about Normal Weight Obesity in episode 2 of vlmd rounds.0:55 What's my ideal weight?2:16 What is body composition2:43 BMI4:39 Ethnic differences in BMI6:17 Body composition7:14 % body fat criteria for obesity...
2022-09-2738 min
STEMTalks Archive - IHMC | Institute for Human & Machine CognitionEpisode 142: Vyvyane Loh discusses weight management, ketogenic diet, and the treatment of metabolic diseasesOur interview today is with Dr. Vyvyane Loh, a board-certified physician in obesity and internal medicine. She is the founder and leader of Transform Alliance for Health, a Boston preventive-care practice that specializes in weight management and the treatment of chronic metabolic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia.
She and her staff are known for helping people lose 50 pounds or more and getting their type-2 diabetic patients off their many medications. Vyvyane has spent her medical career developing expertise in immunology, metabolic syndrome, fat metabolism, clinical nutrition, and preventive medicine.
In today’s interview, we...
2022-09-211h 03STEM-TalkEpisode 142: Vyvyane Loh discusses weight management, ketogenic diet, and the treatment of metabolic diseasesOur interview today is with Dr. Vyvyane Loh, a board-certified physician in obesity and internal medicine. She is the founder and leader of Transform Alliance for Health, a Boston preventive-care practice that specializes in weight management and the treatment of chronic metabolic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia.
She and her staff are known for helping people lose 50 pounds or more and getting their type-2 diabetic patients off their many medications. Vyvyane has spent her medical career developing expertise in immunology, metabolic syndrome, fat metabolism, clinical nutrition, and preventive medicine.
In today’s interview, we...
2022-09-211h 03vlmd roundsMetabolism: What It Is, And How It Affects Your Health | Episode ISend us a Text Message.To understand metabolic health we should start with metabolism. What is it, where does it occur, and how does it impact your health? Join Dr. Vyvyane Loh in this inaugural episode of vlmd rounds as she discusses metabolism.
2022-09-2058 min
Health Longevity SecretsVyvyane Loh MD: Can a Ketogenic Diet Reverse Chronic Disease?031: Can a Ketogenic Diet Reverse Chronic Disease? Today we find out from Doctor Vyvyane Loh, Founder of the Transform Alliance for Health and board-certified in Obesity Medicine and Internal Medicine . She graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and trained at Newton-Wellesley Hospital.Unlike most physicians on our program or anywhere she is also an accomplished choreographer and fiction author who won the Bunting/Radcliffe Fellowship in Fiction in 2006, a Guggenheim Fellowship in Fiction in 2008, and was shortlisted for the 2005 international IMPAC Award in Literature.https://www.transform-afh.com/ #longevity #wellness #Ketones #lifestylemedicine #younger #ket...
2021-12-0747 min
Protecting Your NEST with Dr. Tony HamptonDr. Vyvyane Loh: Episode 54Welcome to Protecting Your Nest with Dr. Tony Hampton. Dr. Vyvyane Loh is board-certified in Obesity Medicine and Internal Medicine. She graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and trained at Newton-Wellesley Hospital where she also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Loh worked at HMR and was the medical obesity specialist at Newton-Wellesley Hospital's Center for Weight Loss Surgery before starting her own practice. She serves on the ABOM exam writing board and is a member of the Obesity Medicine Association and The Obesity Society. In this discussion Tony and Vyvyane talk about how she incorporates her...
2021-07-091h 02
LowCarbUSA PodcastInternal Medicine Doc Takes Keto To Patients and Impoverished CommunitiesVyvyane Loh is a board certified internal medicine nd obesity doctor who started out in obesity practice and found herself taking patients off medications which was very different from what she had been taught in her training. She feels she was very lucky to get exposed to it early. Down the road she measured her own A1c levels and found them to be high, around 6.4. Her doctor looked at her and seeing that she was not overweight, told her she could not explain it and told her not to worry about it. That really bugged her so sh...
2020-10-0619 min