Welcome back to “The Enlightened Pharmacist”! In the first part of our conversation with Dr. Vyvyane Loh, we explored her inspiring health and wellness journey, uncovering how she transitioned from facing her own metabolic challenges to becoming a leading advocate for personalized care in preventing chronic diseases.
In today’s episode (Part 2), we delve deeper into Dr. Loh’s expertise on guiding patients to achieve sustainable weight loss. We will discuss her novel methods of assessing normal body weight, the importance of differentiating subcutaneous fat from visceral fat, and the hidden diagnosis of fatty liver disease. We’ll also cover critical topics like body composition, protein prioritization, and practical solutions to reset body composition and prevent metabolic dysfunction. Get ready for a wealth of actionable insights that can transform your health journey!
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
Insightful Interview with Vyvyane: Gain valuable insights from Dr. Vyvyane Loh as she shares her novel method for assessing normal body weight. Learn about the importance of differentiating between subcutaneous fat (stored fat) and visceral fat (inflammatory and damaging to vital organs), as well as the concepts of hyperplasia (multiple small fat cells) versus hypertrophy (large, dangerous fat cells).
Metabolism as the Regulation of Energy
How we can use epigenetic (our diet, lifestyle, environment) to conserve energy amongst our major organs and tissues to better serve our health goals whether we want more brain energy, strength or prevent diabetes. The role of measuring body composition to understand our current allocation of resources: storage (fat), strength (muscle), sugar regulation (muscle) and bone (mineral store and structural support) so we can allocate energy accordingly.
The Hidden Diagnosis of Fatty Liver Disease: Understand the continuum of fatty liver disease, from fibrosis (reversible) and extensive scarring (cirrhosis) to non-functioning liver and liver cancer. Dr. Loh explains why body composition is indicative of future metabolic dysfunction risk, providing upstream effects measures versus downstream lab markers.
DEXA vs. Bioimpedance Measurements: Explore the differences between DEXA scans and bioimpedance measurements for assessing body composition. Reduce obesity total fat <25% (men), <35 %(women). Learn about the cut-offs for fat composition that define obesity versus healthy fat levels, and discover why these measurements are crucial for understanding metabolic health.
Prioritizing Protein: Discover the importance of prioritizing protein in your diet to build a glucose sink, prevent metabolic illness, and maintain strength and function. Dr. Loh shares her expert advice on how to incorporate protein effectively into your diet.
Solutions to Reset Body Composition: Learn practical solutions to reset your body composition and prevent metabolic dysfunction. Dr. Loh discusses the importance of targeting protein, timing your meals, and understanding the impact of sleep and catabolism. She highlights the pitfalls of intermittent fasting and explains why it’s important to eat within a one-hour window upon waking.
Eating Like Our Ancestors: Dr. Loh emphasizes why the idea of eating like our ancestors, who engaged in physical labor as a norm, is no longer feasible in modern lifestyles. She provides insights into how we can adapt these principles to fit our current way of living while still achieving optimal health.
Call to Action
Listeners, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice from Dr. Vyvyane Loh. If you’re looking to transform your health and wellness journey, be sure to tune in and take notes. Share this episode with friends and family who might benefit from Dr. Loh’s expert guidance. Together, let’s move towards a healthier, more vibrant life!
Stay tuned and enjoy the conversation!
Resources:
https://vyvyanelohmd.com/
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