My Lifestyle Doc

My Lifestyle Doc Internal Medicine/Lifestyle Medicine Board Certified Physician

11/22/2025

In lifestyle medicine, we don’t just learn what causes disease or why it happens—we learn how to help people change.

Because knowing isn’t enough.
Behavior change is the bridge between information and transformation.

When we teach patients how to shift their habits—sleep, stress, movement, nutrition, connection—we help them prevent disease, and in many cases, reverse the conditions already impacting their lives.

This is medicine with tools that empower.
This is why lifestyle medicine matters. 🌿✨

11/21/2025

Ever feel “off” and wonder if it’s low blood sugar… or something else entirely?

A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) can be a powerful insight tool, helping you see how your body responds in real time. Sometimes symptoms that feel like low blood sugar can actually be from stress, dehydration, poor sleep, or even just long stretches between meals.

At My Lifestyle Doc, we help you make sense of the data + your symptoms so you can better understand what your body is trying to tell you.

Curious if a CGM might be right for you? Come see us 💛

11/19/2025

For years, Dr. Dotson knew what her patients needed to improve their health…
but finding the how was the missing piece.

It wasn’t until she discovered Lifestyle Medicine that everything clicked.
She finally had the tools to help patients make real behavior changes—
the kind that create lasting habits, reverse risk factors, and reduce chronic conditions.

Lifestyle Medicine gave her the “how,”
and now she’s helping patients transform their health from the inside out.

11/19/2025

Ever feel shaky, tired, foggy, or “off”… and wonder if it’s low blood sugar? 🤔

The truth is, those symptoms can feel like glucose swings — but they’re not always caused by a change in your blood sugar.

That’s where a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) can make all the difference.

A CGM gives you real-time insight into your blood sugar patterns so you can see what’s actually happening in your body throughout the day. Instead of guessing, you get data that helps you understand whether your symptoms align with glucose changes — or if something else may be playing a role.

At MyLifestyleDoc, we help you make sense of the numbers and connect them to how you feel.

Because when you understand your blood sugar, you understand yourself better. 💡💙

Want clarity on your symptoms and your health?

Come see us at MyLifestyleDoc and get a deeper understanding of how your blood sugar may be impacting your day-to-day life.

11/17/2025

✨ How a Continuous Glucose Monitor Can Help You Eat Carbs Smarter ✨

At My Lifestyle Doc, we love using continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to teach you how your body responds to food—especially carbs.

If you’re working to improve insulin sensitivity while still enjoying a balanced diet, a CGM can be a game-changer. It gives you real-time feedback so you can see exactly which choices help keep your blood sugar steady and your metabolism working with you, not against you.

💡 One simple tip we give our patients:
Avoid eating large servings of carbs by themselves.

Carbs eaten solo—without protein or healthy fats—tend to cause bigger glucose spikes, which can trigger higher insulin levels. Over time, this can make weight loss harder especially if you are dealing with insulin resistance.

Instead:
✔️ Pair carbs with protein (think fruit + Greek yogurt)
✔️ Add healthy fats (like avocado, nuts, olive oil)
✔️ Choose balanced snacks and meals over carb-only snacks

Small adjustments = steadier glucose, better insulin response, and more stable energy.

These are the strategies we teach every day at My Lifestyle Doc to help you unlock better metabolic health and finally lose the weight that feels stubborn to drop.

11/16/2025

This stretch of warm, golden fall days is your reminder to get outside. Exposure to natural light supports your circadian rhythm, boosts serotonin, and increases energy levels. A few minutes of fresh air can shift your whole day—make time for it whether it’s a walk, run, or just playing outside with your kids. 🤎✨

11/12/2025

I’m honestly tired of hearing this:
🩸 “Your A1c shows prediabetes… but don’t worry, it’s not diabetes yet.”

And then—nothing. No plan. No guidance. No support.

If you’ve been told you have prediabetes, that’s not a “wait and see” moment — it’s your wake-up call. Reversing insulin resistance is urgent, and the good news is: it’s absolutely possible.

At My Lifestyle Doc, we focus on making real, sustainable changes that move the needle.

Just this week, one of my patients dropped out of the prediabetes range with just three small tweaks to their daily routine. 🙌 Those simple habit shifts will have a lasting impact on their health and quality of life.

Don’t wait for a diagnosis to take action.
Be proactive. Be informed. Be ahead.
You’ll save time, energy, and money — and you’ll feel better doing it. 💪

We’re here to help you take those next steps.

👉 Click the website in bio to start your journey today.

11/11/2025

✨ What Happens When You Have a Late-Night Snack 🍪🌙

That “just a little something” before bed might be doing more than you think 👀
When you eat late at night, your blood glucose spikes — then drops — and continues to fluctuate while you sleep.

Those ups and downs can:
⚡ Disrupt your sleep cycles
😴 Leave you feeling less rested in the morning
🩸 Reduce your insulin sensitivity over time

On the flip side, giving your body a true overnight fast allows your blood sugar to stabilize — helping you sleep more soundly and wake up feeling refreshed 🌞

If you’ve been looking for motivation to quit late-night snacking… this is it. You can notice the difference within days! 💪

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