I wanted to take a moment and give a a tremendous Thank You to my supporters. Your kindness and generosity have allowed me to devote more time to research, which is one of the greatest passions of my life. My work would not be possible without you.
I also wanted to give an update on my other area of specialization: Obesity.
I believe a complete rethinking of Obesity is needed. I now believe that, like Cancer, Obesity is a (as of now) permanent epigenetic reprogramming of cells. One may argue that personal choices are a leading factor in DEVELOPING the condition, but not in CURING it once the condition is established. In other words, it may, to a degree, be the fault of an individual to BECOME obese. It may be largely beyond control of the individual to CURE the condition once it is established. This would explain the near universal failure of “Diets.”
I do not believe that modifying eating habits alone, nor treating psychological conditions can cure anyone of Obesity. I believe once the epigenetic switch to the metabolism of Obesity has been thrown, cells will need to be reprogammed again to restore a normal metabolism.
I will be providing more details in future posts.
Thrilled to hear this Walter . My interest as a gynecologist has been metabolic syndrome and polycystic ovarian syndrome and exacerbation of these syndromes as it pertains to obesity. Thank you.
Two important factors to include (they do have epi-genetic ramifications):
1) Chronic stress/anxiety/PTSD dysregulates the ANS and that impacts weight (I am convinced that 80-90% of "dis-ease" that one sees in a doctor's office is rooted in life trauma);
2) Contaminated foods (Bisphenol A, atrazine, glyphophosphates, seed oils, and on and on)
Appreciate your hard work WMC!