Author: Dr. Tro

I am a board-certified physician, I lost 150lbs to reclaim my health for myself and my family. I did it by ignoring much of the conventional medical advice that we have been told. My life's goal is to get you healthy and prevent disease. I want to get you OFF of your medications.

Therapeutic Carbohydrate Reduction for Type 1 Diabetes:
A Call to Action

On the final day of Diabetes Awareness Month, I am proud to announce that the SMHP™, with a team of 15 authors, has released its position statement on Type 1 diabetes, demanding that low-carb diets be offered at the point of diagnosis.   We must confront the staggering toll of diabetes, a disease affecting over… Continue reading Therapeutic Carbohydrate Reduction for Type 1 Diabetes:
A Call to Action

Member Spotlight: Scott

First name: Scott Age (optional): 53 Where do you live? Delaware Profession? Professor of Interpersonal Communication at University of Delaware Diet/weight history? Max weight 300+, been dieting since I was in elementary school. Up and down yo-yo pattern. Successes achieved on low carb? Reversed prediabetes (no longer prediabetic). Currently down to 220lbs, about 50 lbs since I… Continue reading Member Spotlight: Scott

Lessons from the Gila Monster: GLP-1 and Ketogenic Diets

The Gila monster (Heloderma suspectum), a unique lizard known for its binge-eating behavior, produces the hormone exenatide, the basis for diabetes medications such as Ozempic and Mounjaro.   This reptile stores significant amounts of energy in its fatty, moisture-rich tail, aiding in weight and hydration maintenance. The GLP-1 hormone is exclusively released from its saliva… Continue reading Lessons from the Gila Monster: GLP-1 and Ketogenic Diets

Beyond the Pill: Why Pharmaceutical Quick Fixes Fall Short

In a striking display of marketing prowess, Eli Lilly recently funded a full-page advertisement in the New York Times, touting its latest pharmaceutical offering as a groundbreaking solution to the obesity epidemic. This move, while ostensibly aimed at addressing a significant public health issue, ultimately serves as a stark reminder of the pervasive myopia within… Continue reading Beyond the Pill: Why Pharmaceutical Quick Fixes Fall Short

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Questioning the American Academy of Pediatrics’ View on Low-Carb Diets for Children

A recent critique authored by Dr. Tro Kalayjian, Dr. Laura Buchanan, and colleagues in the Journal of Metabolic Health take aim at the American Academy of Pediatrics‘ (AAP) approach to low-carbohydrate diets for children with or at risk for metabolic diseases. Expressing significant concerns, the authors highlight biases and missed opportunities in the AAP’s consensus… Continue reading Questioning the American Academy of Pediatrics’ View on Low-Carb Diets for Children

Member Spotlight: Bryan

First name: Bryan   Age: 43   Where do you live? Long Island, NY   Profession? School bus supervisor/trainer   Diet/weight history? Weight has fluctuated but I hit my highest in 2017 at 450 + pounds. I don’t know how much higher because my scale didn’t go up that high and read error until I… Continue reading Member Spotlight: Bryan

Empowering Health: Results and Initiatives Revealed at SMHP Low Carb Conference

In addition to moderating the Type 1 workshop and delivering a talk on the ‘Factors that predict weight loss or improved food relationship,’ Dr. Tro Kalayjian presented the impressive results stemming from the partnership between a manufacturing company and Dr. Tro’s Medical Weight Loss, a metabolic health clinic, at the SMHP Low Carb Conference in… Continue reading Empowering Health: Results and Initiatives Revealed at SMHP Low Carb Conference

Unveiling Groundbreaking Research at SMHP’s Low Carb BOCA Conference

Dr. Tro’s Medical Weight Loss to Showcase Groundbreaking Research at SMHP’s Low Carb BOCA Conference Hosted by Low Carb USA   Dr. Tro’s Medical Weight Loss is set to make a significant mark at the upcoming SMHP’s Low Carb BOCA conference, hosted by Low Carb USA. Known for their pioneering approach to health and wellness,… Continue reading Unveiling Groundbreaking Research at SMHP’s Low Carb BOCA Conference

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Diet Study Reveals Major Flaws

The reanalysis of a study conducted by the NIH examining the differences between an animal-based low-carbohydrate diet and plant-based low-fat diet goes beyond the expected support for low-carb diets, uncovering unexpected twists. Notably, the data suggests that a Low-Carb Diet (LCD) reduces future eating, while a low-calorie, low-fat diet increases it.   However, uncertainty arises… Continue reading Diet Study Reveals Major Flaws

Mastering Special Events

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and, unfortunately for many, a potential derailing of carefully maintained diets.   Thanksgiving, in particular, often serves as the starting point for a series of festive gatherings laden with delicious yet carb-laden treats. Navigating this culinary minefield can be challenging, as the combination of food addiction… Continue reading Mastering Special Events

Dr. Tro’s Fasted 5K

  Armenia, a country steeped in history, is grappling with a humanitarian severe crisis. The aftermath of the Artsakh war has displaced over 100,000 refugees, leaving them in dire need of shelter, care, and a chance to rebuild their lives. In the face of these challenges, the American Armenian Health Providers Organization (AAHPO) is tirelessly… Continue reading Dr. Tro’s Fasted 5K

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The SMHP Launches the Journal of Metabolic Health

The Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (SMHP) has taken a significant leap forward with the launch of the Journal of Metabolic Health. This journal offers a vital platform for researchers and clinics to publish peer-reviewed articles on therapeutic carbohydrate restriction (TCR) and other critical metabolic health topics.   Dr. Laura Buchanan, a board-certified family medicine… Continue reading The SMHP Launches the Journal of Metabolic Health

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