What if your doctor wanted to recommend a low-carb diet but is wary, because that's not official policy? 😳 That’s the hidden power of the U.S. Dietary Guidelines. They determine: ➡️ What’s served in hospitals and schools ➡️ What the military eats ➡️ What food assistance

Saturated fats are back in the news! This, I believe, was the first mainstream media article (2007) arguing that saturated fats don't cause heart disease. Men's Health Mag (paywalled) I cite Tufts' D. Mozzaffarian saying, "In the nutrition field, it's very difficult to get

This week, we're digging into the Dietary Guidelines for Americans—federal guidance that shapes school meals, government food programs, and dietary norms. We'll share graphics from CMH expert Nina Teicholz, PhD and discuss how to align the DGA with the science on metabolic health.

Since the U.S. dietary guidelines launched in 1980, metabolic disease has skyrocketed. It's time for nutrition policy to catch up with the reality of Americans' health. We urge 3 reforms, including a low-carb option, in our policy brief: coalitionformetabolichealth.org/resources/refo…

We're glad to see Rep. Lloyd Smucker & other MAHA Caucus members urge HHS & USDA to include a low-carb option in the 2025-2030 dietary guidelines -- an important strategy for tackling America's chronic disease crisis

The majority of Americans have a chronic illness or suboptimal metabolic health. But U.S. dietary guidelines recommend that Americans get 45% to 65% of their calories from carbs—failing our metabolically vulnerable population. A low-carb option can help fix that.

The U.S. dietary guidelines have a mandate to serve all Americans. For the 75% of U.S. adults who are overweight or obese, we need a low-carb option. Read more in our policy brief: coalitionformetabolichealth.org/resources/refo…

Americans have learned about the dietary guidelines for years, yet chronic disease keeps rising. It’s time to change our approach and include low-carb options. The science is clear—low-carb can reverse type 2 diabetes and obesity. The time for change is now.

In his latest blog, CMH medical director Bret Scher, MD breaks down why cutting refined carbs is key to reversing insulin resistance, obesity, and chronic disease—building on insights from physician Mark Hyman, M.D.'s new guide on the topic: coalitionformetabolichealth.org/resources/why-…

From the upcoming dietary guidelines to new research on keto & depression, our latest newsletter is packed with insights driving the metabolic health movement forward. Read now: mailchi.mp/ddcdf4996f19/t…

Is saturated fat really the villain it's made out to be? Our latest Metabolic Monitor breaks down the science—from misconceptions about saturated fat and heart health to why refined carbs deserve real scrutiny. Read our Fact Check section: mailchi.mp/ddcdf4996f19/t…

“[Our son with bipolar] tried a ketogenic diet, and literally within three weeks or four weeks, we saw progress that we had never seen with any drug or medication. Mind blown, really, and a miracle.” — David Baszucki Listen to my interview with Roblox co-founder David Baszucki:

Doctors aren't to blame for the metabolic health crisis—they're trapped in a system that prioritizes prescriptions over prevention. Bret Scher, MD explains how we should reform incentives and rebuild infrastructure to restore health: coalitionformetabolichealth.org/why-we-cant-bl…

A teenager with severe epilepsy found meaningful seizure relief through a ketogenic diet—a powerful example of food as medicine. Read more: uofmhealth.org/health-lab/tee…

Why is managing obesity harder than ever? It's not about willpower—it's our food environment. Bret Scher, MD explains how we can reshape that environment for a healthier future: coalitionformetabolichealth.org/why-the-obesit…

@VirtaHealth's report on Metabolic Disease Reversal reports: $1B in savings. 75M fewer insulin units. 71% report improved mood. Backed by more than a decade of extensive clinical research & 200,000+ patient journeys, this study is changing the narrative around chronic

Refined carbs and sugars disrupt metabolism, drive insulin resistance, and fuel chronic disease. Cutting them isn't a fad—it's fundamental to restoring metabolic health. Read the latest blog post from our medical director, Bret Scher, MD: coalitionformetabolichealth.org/why-cutting-re…

In NPR, CMH advisor Dr. David Ludwig warns that attention on ultra-processed foods should focus on the nutrients with decades of evidence of harm. Chief among them? Highly processed carbohydrates like added sugar and refined grains. Read more: npr.org/2025/11/10/nx-…

Are sodas addictive? According to CMH advisor Dr. David Ludwig, the hook isn't flavor—it's physiology. Sodas' fast-digesting carbs send us on a blood sugar and insulin roller coaster ride, leaving us undernourished and craving more. He explains in @USAToday: usatoday.com/story/life/hea…

Big news: Virta Health has just released its inaugural report on metabolic disease reversal. The findings are remarkable—participants in its personalized nutrition therapy programs had a 56% lower risk of heart attack, stroke, or death. Read more: virtahealth.com/reversal-report