A surgery date on the calendar. A lifetime of diets that never stuck. And then a small, defiant experiment: two weeks of low carb that changed everything. Amy joins us to share how she lost 220 pounds, reversed worrying lab markers, and rebuilt her life with a science-first, patient-centered approach that challenged decades of advice.

We dig into the mechanics of metabolic health—why constant hunger and cravings sabotage willpower, how a ketogenic or low-carb pattern can quiet the noise, and what happens when lab results and lived experience don’t fit a familiar script. Amy talks candidly about canceling bariatric surgery, finding a physician who actually listened, and discovering that sustainable weight loss is less about punishment and more about alignment between biology, habits, and support.

We also walk through the Toward Health model: direct primary care, intensive medical weight loss, and programs designed to deprescribe when possible—without leaving patients on their own. You’ll hear how continuous glucose monitors, real-time messaging, and thoughtful adjustments make adherence easier. We unpack heart health screenings that reveal risk beyond standard cholesterol panels and explain why so many heart attacks occur in people without high cholesterol. Plus, we address hormone therapy for men and women, rejecting gaslighting and focusing on symptom-driven, evidence-based care.

If you’re tired of “eat less, move more” and ready for a plan that respects your reality, this conversation offers tools, context, and a path forward—whether you’re local or remote. Subscribe for more stories that put people first, share this with someone who needs a hopeful nudge, and leave a review to help others find the show.

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Amy Eiges
Senior Vice President, Corporate Wellness
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