Representing researchers and practitioners working to improve metabolic health through education, training, and support of evidence-based nutritional approaches
“When COVID-19 leaves, we will still have an obesity and diabetes problem. It would be nice if we could seize the opportunity to turn this catastrophe into something positive – a catalyst to save future lives from metabolic diseases.” —
@nicknorwitz
“We need to find a way of aggregating data with respect to low carb... so we can begin developing a set of best practices that practitioners can follow. People shouldn’t have to go to YouTube to figure out how to do a low-carb diet.” —
@DoctorTro
These young doctors learned more about therapeutic carbohydrate restriction (TCR) from podcasts than they did in medical school.
They’re now working with SMHP to make good info about metabolic health & TCR more widely available to clinicians & students
“The word ‘keto’ isn't going to get us where we want to go - which is: ensuring that every patient, for whom it's appropriate, gets the *option* of safely trying carbohydrate reduction before meds.” —
@ahhite
📢 Big News! The Journal of Metabolic Health (JMH), formerly the Journal of Insulin Resistance, is now the official journal for the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners.
Visit
“Reversal of Heart Failure with a Keto Diet”
@drericwestman
is on the main stage on Day 4 of the Symposium for Metabolic Health - San Diego.
#smhsd2022
“If the yo-yo diet were an Olympic sport, I’d be a gold medalist. I probably have more than 30 years of experience with yo-yo dieting.”
@ketocoachvic
lost more than 100 lbs with ketogenic diet & he’s now helping others do the same.
Andrew Oswari, MD, MHP started following a ketogenic diet on February 13, 2019 and he never looked back.
“Just 2 weeks later, I realized my daily headaches, chronic knee pain, irritable bowel syndrome, extreme irritability, and brain fog had disappeared.”
Now on the main stage…
@TuitNutrition
is delivering a presentation entitled “Ketogenic Therapies for Neurological & Neurodegenerative Disorders”.
#smhsd2022
.
@ElieJarrougeMD
’s personal success with therapeutic carbohydrate reduction (TCR) led him to start thinking about how he could use lifestyle tools to help patients who were frequently struggling with many of the same challenges he had overcome…
“Reversal of Heart Failure with a Keto Diet”
@drericwestman
delivers his presentation at last month’s Symposium for Metabolic Health in San Diego.
#smhsd2022
The hugely successful Symposium for Metabolic Health - San Diego 2022 wrapped up last night. Pictured are
@LCPamDevine
&
@DougieReynolds
, who created & orchestrated this great conference.
#smhsd2022
The Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (SMHP) is a new nonprofit that represents researchers & practitioners working to improve metabolic health around the world.
Sign up by New Year’s and become a founding member.
RT to help us spread the word!
It was with utter devastation that we learned of the passing of Dr. Adele Hite.
We have published an article to express our deep appreciation for her work, honor her tremendous contributions & share our loss.
Please leave a comment in memory of Adele.
We are extremely enthusiastic about this presentation from Nina Teicholz (
@bigfatsurprise
) at the Symposium for Metabolic Health next week in San Diego. In-person & livestream options available.
He was running sub-3-hour marathons in his teens when his life was derailed by life-threatening illness. He tried nearly a dozen different diets before finally implementing keto, which reversed effects of his colitis & severe osteoporosis...
Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners Addresses Concerns Over American Diabetes Association's Alleged Ties to Processed Food Industry. Read the full release here:
It gives us great pleasure to announce a very special Grand Rounds presentation by
@ProfTimNoakes
(
@LoreofRunning1
)
scheduled for Saturday, February 4, at 9 am PT
Available exclusively for SMHP members. Learn more & join here:
It gives us great pleasure to announce a very special Grand Rounds presentation by
@BenBikmanPhD
scheduled for TODAY (Friday, Oct 7), 10 am PT
Available exclusively for SMHP members. Learn more & join here:
“It was a big leap, but we really didn’t have a lot of options,” said SMHP board member Miriam Kalamian (
@DietaryTherapy
), of the decision to try the ketogenic diet for their son Raffi, who was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2004.
.
@GaryTaubes
is now on the main stage at the Symposium for Metabolic Health, delivering a presentation entitled “Chasing Blood Sugar: Diet, Diabetes and the Limits of Medical Science”
#smhsd2022
“Therapeutic carbohydrate reduction (TCR) has transformed me personally,” said Amanda Decker, a nurse practitioner who recently earned her MHP accreditation from SMHP.
@deckerlesscarbs
is now using TCR to transform the lives of patients in her practice
“What does ‘keto’ or ‘low carb’ really mean on a food label or ad?”
Great presentation going on now at the Symposium for Metabolic Health - San Diego 2022.
@usambcuba
is delivering a presentation entitled “The Wild West of the Keto-LowCarb Marketplace…”
It gives us great pleasure to announce a Grand Rounds presentation by
@FructoseNo
, scheduled for Sat, May 14, beginning at 1:00 pm Pacific Time.
The presentation is entitled 'Carbohydrate – The Dose is the Poison,” & is available exclusively for SMHP members (link in bio).
“It’s intuitively obvious to even a casual thinker that therapeutic carbohydrate restriction (TCR) could save lives now, from COVID-19, and also in the future, from other metabolic diseases.” —
@nicknorwitz
We can’t wait for this presentation by
@TuitNutrition
at the Symposium for Metabolic Health next week in San Diego! It’s not too late to register—in-person & livestream options available!
The Journal of Metabolic Health provides a powerful platform to demonstrate the effectiveness of carbohydrate restriction as a therapeutic approach for optimal metabolic health and to foster its wider acceptance within the medical community. The journal is open for submissions!
“I see far too many people on my operating table with conditions that should have been addressed already. Most of these people could have avoided surgery.” —Philip Ovadia, MD
@ifixhearts
The one & only
@ProfTimNoakes
(
@LoreofRunning1
) is currently delivering an incredible live stream Grand Rounds presentation to members of
@TheSMHP
“The Revolution in our Understanding of Carbohydrates and Exercise Performance”
“Common Sense and Courage: How our dietary guidelines came to be and where we go from here?”
Now presenting at the Symposium for Metabolic Health - San Diego 2022,
@MichelleHurnRD
#smhsd2022
We’ve had a great response to our recent launch & would love to continue getting the word out about the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (SMHP).
Sign up by Dec. 31 & become a founding member.
.
@ahhite
, PhD, MHP, RDN, weighs in on the importance of the words being used to define the low-carb space, specifically therapeutic carbohydrate restriction (or reduction), also known as TCR
“I followed the Canada Food Guide for years,” said Dr. Maurice St. Martin (aka Dr. Moe), “and it led me to a point where about 20 years ago, I was 150 pounds more than I am today. I’m currently at my grade 9 high school weight.” 1/n
.
@DaveKeto
is our featured speaker for the 3rd installment of the SMHP Grand Rounds series, this Sat, May 1, 3-5 pm PT.
These presentations are one of the many benefits of being a member. If you're not already a member, learn how to join the SMHP here:
Day 1 of the Symposium for Metabolic Health is underway!
@DrEenfeldt
is onstage delivering a presentation entitled “Low Carb, Protein or Satiety for Metabolic Health?”
#smhsd2022
@lowcarbusa
The SMHP Clinical Guidelines were just mentioned during the final panel discussion at the Symposium for Metabolic Health in San Diego.
#smhsd2022
The Guidelines are a tremendous resource and are available here:
Have you read the Clinical Guidelines yet? Do you know someone who might benefit from reading them? One of your followers perhaps?
RT to help get this out to as many people as possible. Thank you!
“The costs of these diseases are skyrocketing. Companies are finally beginning to take notice… When you consider the savings on prescriptions and the improvements in productivity, we are basically free. We don’t cost them a dime.” —
@DoctorTro
We caught up with
@drtonyhampton
&
@REV_Insulin_Res
in between presentations on Day 1 of the Symposium for Metabolic Health San Diego 2022.
Dr. Hampton will be presenting on Saturday at 2:45 pm PT.
#smhsd2022
Looking forward to watching
@garytaubes
present at the Symposium for Metabolic Health – SD 2022 (Aug. 25-28)! 'Chasing Blood Sugar: Diet, Diabetes & the Limits of Medical Science'
“The biggest thing for me was overcoming the fear of growing. I was pretty comfortable doing what I was doing, but I had this overwhelming sense that there was more that I needed to do because my community was suffering.” —
@deckerlesscarbs
Become a Founding Member of the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (SMHP).
Use code FoundingMember & save $349 on your initial membership for a very limited time.
Day 2 of the Symposium for Metabolic Health has commenced!
@JoanIfland
is delivering a presentation entitled “Preventing the Progression of Food Addiction on a Ketogenic Diet”. Joining her onstage is Shannon Robinson, MD.
The Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners has reviewed the new reanalysis of a study conducted by the NIH examining the differences between an animal-based low-carbohydrate diet and plant-based low-fat diet. Read more here:
Peter Ballerstedt, PhD (
@GrassBased
) delivers a presentation entitled “Metabolic Health & Sustainability” on Day 4 of the Symposium for Metabolic Health - San Diego.
#smhpsd22
“The Complexities of Why We Struggle to Achieve Metabolic Health”
That’s the topic of a presentation that will be given by
@drtonyhampton
at the Symposium for Metabolic Health, which begins Thursday.
#smhsd2022
On Metabolic Health Day, The SMHP™ proudly announces that the Journal of Metabolic Health (JMH), a peer-reviewed publication, is now open for submissions. We invite authors to submit their latest research manuscripts for consideration.
The Society for Metabolic Health Practitioners celebrates the FDA's approval of Dexcom’s Stelo Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) for over-the-counter sales, a milestone that empowers everyone to better understand and manage their metabolic health.
Now on the main stage at the Symposium for Metabolic Health - San Diego 2022:
@realDaveFeldman
with his presentation, entitled “Special Announcement!”
#smhsd2022
It gives us great pleasure to announce a very special Grand Rounds presentation by
@MichelleHurnRD
, scheduled for this Saturday, August 13, beginning at 1:00 pm Pacific Time. Available exclusively to SMHP members.
Join here:
Presentation Topic:
“Low Carb, Protein or Satiety for Metabolic Health?”
@DietDoctor
founder
@DrEenfeldt
will deliver the first presentation of the Symposium for Metabolic Health - San Diego, beginning at 9:30 am PT. We can hardly wait!
#smhsd2022
The SMHP is proud to provide resources for clinicians & patients. Two new documents related to the benefits of CGMs have been created by our Advocacy Committee, led by
@JodiNishida
&
@MattCalkinsMD
.
The Symposium for Metabolic Health - San Diego 2022 is now underway!
@lowcarbusa
& SMHP founder
@DougieReynolds
is on the stage on Day 1 of this highly anticipated conference.
#smhsd2022
.
@4dietaryreform
is calling on all individuals & organizations to submit a comment or statement to the USDA explaining the importance of providing a low-carbohydrate diet option to all Americans.
Show your support by signing our petition.
#LowCarbDGA
The SMHP will host a special Grand Rounds presentation Sat, Aug. 14, featuring
@GrassBased
The live presentation, exclusively for SMHP members, will start at 2 pm PT, & will be followed by a live Q&A.
The title of the talk is "A Review of Grass- & Conventionally Finished Beef"
The SMHP will host a special Grand Rounds presentation Sat, July 10, featuring
@tuitnutrition
The live presentation, exclusively for SMHP members, will start at 2 pm PT, & will be followed by a live Q&A.
The title of the talk is "Close-Up on the Personal Fat Threshold Concept"
It gives us great pleasure to announce a very special Grand Rounds presentation by
@DoctorTro
Kalayjian, DO, scheduled for 2:00 pm PDT on Saturday, October 2, 2021
Available exclusively for SMHP members:
If you want to hear me lecture on this join me this Saturday for a Grand Rounds for
@TheSMHP
@DougieReynolds
We will discuss why calories NEVER mattered and the history & importance of glycemic variability...
The SMHP is your global hub for advancing metabolic health. We unite researchers & practitioners worldwide dedicated to evidence-based nutritional approaches like carbohydrate restriction & improving patient care.
Join us today:
During the Q&A session following
@BrianLenzkes
’ presentation,
@CoryJenksPharmD
asks a question. This is one of the most highly anticipated aspects of the Symposium for Metabolic Health.
#smhsd2022
Steve Phinney, MD, PhD, delivers a presentation entitled “Inflammation: Its Role in Chronic Disease and Reversal by Nutritional Ketosis”
Final day of the Symposium for Metabolic Health - San Diego 2022.
#smhsd2022
We are thrilled to announce that
@MattandLauraMDs
will be delivering a Grand Rounds presentation (available exclusively for SMHP members) Sat. April 2, at 1:00 pm PT.
We are truly thrilled to invite all members of The SMHP to the next Grand Rounds presentation featuring Laura Buchanan, MD, MHP.
Dr. Buchanan will deliver a presentation titled "Rapid Review: Benefits of Therapeutic Carbohydrate Reduction Throughout the Body" this Saturday...
Mark Cucuzzella, MD, FAAFP, delivers his presentation entitled “Metabolic Flexibility for Athletic Performance - Become a Better Butter Burner” on Day 4 of the Symposium for Metabolic Health - San Diego 2022.
#smhsd2022
Anyone can be added to the clinician's list for free by becoming an SMHP Provider.
We encourage all of our providers to join the SMHP and to seek formal accreditation.
We’re really looking forward to hearing
@DoctorTro
deliver a Grand Rounds presentation entitled “Glycemia and Hunger” later today (2:00 pm PT, Sat. Oct. 2). Exclusively for SMHP members.
Not a member? Join us!
“A well-formulated carbohydrate-restricted diet includes adequate energy, protein, fat, vitamins, & minerals. With adequate protein & fat, the dietary requirement for carbohydrate is zero...”
READ MORE:
#ClinicalGuidelines
It gives us great pleasure to announce a very special Grand Rounds presentation by
@BenBikmanPhD
scheduled for this Friday, Oct 7, 10 am PT
Available exclusively for SMHP members. Learn more & join here:
Neville Wellington, MBChB
“Evidence for Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose in Type 2 Diabetes”
@NevilleWellingt
@NutritionNetwrk
Day 4 of the Symposium for Metabolic Health in San Diego.
#smhsd2022
Have you had a chance to review the SMHP’s Clinical Guidelines?
These guidelines provide clinicians with a general protocol for implementing therapeutic carbohydrate restriction as a dietary intervention in hospitals or clinics…
Miriam Kalamian will deliver a livestreamed Grand Rounds presentation Sat, Dec. 4 at 2 pm PT, available exclusively to SMHP members. Learn more & join the SMHP here:
Today is the last day for this incredible opportunity...
When you join by Sun, Jan. 31 you will be named a “Founding Member'' for life & will help us with your support!
It gives us great pleasure to announce a Grand Rounds presentation, entitled “Carbohydrate—The Dose is the Poison,” by
@FructoseNo
.
The presentation is scheduled for Sat, May 14, beginning at 1:00 pm Pacific Time, & is available exclusively for members of the SMHP (link in bio)
The SMHP has a very important & much needed, Grand Rounds presentation by RD Dikeman (
@DikemanDave
) PhD, scheduled for today (Saturday, Feb 5), at 2:00 pm Pacific Time.
Available to SMHP members.
Dr. Moe brought a total of 14 people to the 2019 Symposium for Metabolic Health—San Diego, including his wife Lucie, their three grown children and their spouses, as well as six grandchildren…
“There’s a lot of unmet needs, & a lot of reasons why people are not successful… it’s not because they don’t want to be successful. It’s because they have all these barriers that make it difficult for them to be successful.” —
@drtonyhampton
"Ketogenic: The Science & Practice of Therapeutic Carbohydrate Restriction", an online training from
@NutritionNetwrk
, is available for early bird discounts when you register before the launch date of June 12.
It gives us great pleasure to announce a very special Grand Rounds presentation by
@drtonyhampton
, scheduled for this Saturday, June 18th, beginning at 1:00 pm Pacific Time. Available exclusively to SMHP members.
Join here:
“After Discovering Low Carb through Podcast While in Med School, Married Couple is Now Teaming Up with SMHP to Spread Word About Therapeutic Carbohydrate Restriction”