Dr. Mark Hyman, along with 3 other functional medicine docs were recently on Dr. Oz. It was encouraging to see these docs and functional medicine highlighted on this much-watched show that is taking a look at the medical “myths” that are so abundant in mainstream medical practice.
I discovered functional medicine about 5 years ago. It was a godsend to me and the logic was very clear.
On the show, Dr. Hyman describes what he calls “diabesity.” Take a look at this article. He offers easy to follow nutrition advice regarding carbs and protein as they relate to belly fat. I have followed his basic protocol for years and it has made all of the difference for me with respect to my metabolism.
I practice the medicine of why, instead of the medice of what, asking ‘Why are you sick?’ and not ‘What disease do you have?’ Dr. Hyman
Let me know what you think!