Advanced Institute for Diabetes & Endocrinology - Dr. Lindsey VanDyke

12/29/2025

HRT is not one-size-fits-all. It's one-size-fits-you.
Different women. Different conditions. Different risk factors. That's why hormone replacement therapy requires a real conversation, not a generic protocol.
Here's what modern data actually shows:
→ The right formulations exist
→ Timing matters (especially in early postmenopause)
→ Benefits outweigh risks when done properly

Confused about whether HRT is right for you? Worried about complications? You're not alone, and you don't have to figure it out from conflicting internet advice.
We break it down clearly. Check our latest post for the full picture.

📍 Endocrinology care in 7 states
📅 Appointments available in weeks, not months

12/29/2025

"Estrogen is dangerous."
You've seen this take everywhere.
But what does the actual evidence say? (Spoiler: it's more complicated, and more empowering, than the fear-based advice suggests.)
The real issue? Most people don't know that fat cells produce estrogen through an enzyme called aromatase.
More fat → more conversion → altered hormone dynamics.
That's a body composition problem, not a reason to panic about estrogen or delay appropriate treatment.
Risk management means addressing the whole picture, not just one hormone in isolation.
📍 Now accepting patients in 7 states
📅 Appointments available in weeks

12/25/2025

You’re going to be eating, drinking, and doing things you don’t normally do this season 🍷🍰🎄
And that’s okay.

This one extra strategy can help keep your blood sugar more in check —
so you’re not stressed, spiraling, or afraid to see your endo in January 😅

No extremes. No guilt. Just smarter support for your metabolism.

👉 Check the comments and my Stories for the free guide link
Save this for later 🔖 and share it with someone who needs it 💙

12/24/2025

It’s Christmas Eve 🎄
And since so many of you asked… I’m sharing one of my absolute favorite recipes this season 🤍

This is the kind of meal I love for the holidays:
✨ one pot
✨ deeply comforting
✨ fragrant with spices
✨ feeds a crowd without stressing the cook

It’s cozy, forgiving, and perfect for a night when you want food that feels like care, not a performance.

Swipe through for the full recipe 🍚🍗
And yes, it’s on repeat in my house this time of year.

Food isn’t just fue, it’s information for your metabolism, your nervous system, and your joy ✨

Save this for later 🔖
And let me know if you make it, I love seeing your holiday tables 🤍

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Feeling overwhelmed this season, particularly if you have diabetes? 😔🎄

I created a free holiday guide to help you feel more confident around food, routines, and blood sugar changes.

📥 Download your free guide
💡 Built for real life, not perfection

12/24/2025

I just shared a new video on my YouTube channel talking about hormone replacement therapy after breast cancer — and what’s actually safe when it comes to menopause symptoms.

Pain with in*******se, vaginal dryness, and urinary symptoms are often minimized or brushed off. They shouldn’t be. Quality of life matters.

In this video, I explain:
• when systemic hormone therapy is a hard no
• why low-dose vaginal estrogen can still be an option for many women
• what the evidence shows about safety and recurrence risk
• and why fear shouldn’t replace informed care

If you or someone you love has been told to “just live with it,” this conversation is for you.

▶️ Watch now on YouTube
💬 Thoughtful discussion welcome in the comments
📤 Please share — this information reaches women who need it most

Hormone replacement therapy after breast cancer is one of the most confusing — and emotionally charged — topics in menopause care.In this video, I break down...

12/24/2025

Holiday blood sugars feeling unpredictable? You’re not alone 💙🎄
One simple strategy that works surprisingly well: protein before the party 🥚🥛🍗
If you know you’re heading to an event with food or drinks you want to enjoy, try having protein before you go:
• a protein shake or bar
• cottage cheese
• grilled chicken
• any protein you tolerate well

When you arrive less hungry, you’ll usually:
✔️ eat a bit less
✔️ absorb carbs more slowly
✔️ see fewer blood sugar spikes

And if you do indulge and your CGM starts yelling at you 😅📈 — that’s your cue for a walk, not guilt.

🎁 I’m also sharing my free guide with more practical strategies for maintaining steadier blood sugars during the holiday season.
📥 Download it — link in stories/comments
🤍 Real-life tools. No perfection required.

12/24/2025

If you’ve ever been told you’re “estrogen dominant” 😬 and left feeling confused, worried, or like something is wrong with your body… this is for you.

That phrase gets used constantly — but almost never explained in a way that actually reflects how female physiology works 🧠🧬

In endocrinology, hormones are never interpreted in isolation.
Context matters. Drivers matter. Buzzwords don’t 🚫✨

Swipe through to learn 👇
• why this label is often misleading
• what actually causes hormone-related symptoms
• and why estrogen isn’t the villain it’s been made out to be 🦹‍♀️❌

We approach hormone care with nuance — not fear 🤍

📍 Now seeing patients in 7 states
📅 Appointments available in weeks, not months

12/21/2025

Best holiday drink ever! I am NOT a tea person but SO thankful to my patient who introduced me to this tea last year. It’s so flavorful and so Christmas-y, and my Dexcom didn’t budge! I found it online it’s called Country Spice by Coffee Bean International from my hometown in Portland, OR!

Enjoy!

12/20/2025

Think like the Dutch: walk, walk, walk, walk, walk everywhere.
Or take a bike.
Small, frequent movement keeps glucose smoother, stress lower, and energy up.

You don’t need perfection this season.
You just need momentum.

Telehealth available in 7 states
TX • OK • CO • WA • CA • NM • OR
Seen in weeks, not months.
Get your answers now—don’t put your life or health on hold.
Call/text (817) 380-4880 to schedule.

12/20/2025

Were you told bone loss is just “part of getting older”?

It’s not.
Hormones, muscle, and metabolism determine the trajectory.

Intervene early → change the outcome.

Strong bones.
Strong muscles.
Smart hormone care.

📍 Expert endocrine & thyroid care now available via telehealth
📅 Access care now — without waiting months

12/20/2025

EXCITING!

Imagine reversing your Type 2 Diabetes—not with tons of meds but with an AI “twin” to guide you through your lifestyle. Cleveland Clinic released a study that did just that and the results are stunning.

A recent Cleveland Clinic study used AI to create digital twins of patients' metabolisms—and cured 7 in 10 type 2 diabetics.

12/20/2025

The holidays are part of real life.
Travel happens.
Parties happen.
Food becomes social.

You are not weak, broken, or “bad at diabetes” for wanting to enjoy this season. December is designed to challenge even the most disciplined people.

If your blood sugars feel off right now, there’s a reason:
irregular meals, more carbs and sweets, less sleep, travel stress, and extra alcohol all stack the deck against you. That’s not failure — it’s environment.

So let’s reset the goal.

This isn’t the month to become extreme or restrictive.
The goal is to minimize metabolic chaos, not eliminate joy.

That means:
✔ keeping routines stable where you can
✔ planning for small, realistic wins
✔ choosing indulgences instead of surrendering to all of them
✔ protecting January from becoming an A1C emergency

What actually works:
• don’t show up starving
• use your tools (CGM, protein, movement)
• keep mornings consistent when possible
• give yourself grace

🎁 Want our Holiday Blood Sugar Survival Guide?
Comment HOLIDAYS and we’ll send it to you.

📍 Good news: we’ve expanded care via telehealth to 7 states, making it easier to get expert endocrine support wherever you are.

You can enjoy the holidays and protect your health.
Both can be true.

— Dr. VanDyke & Team