Health Meets Wellness

Health Meets Wellness We bridge the gap between healthcare and wellness. HMW’s unique model offers customized precision medicine through annual membership plans.

Background Recognizing the gap in conventional care, Dr. Elizabeth Sharp founded Health Meets Wellness to provide holistic care that focuses on whole-body health. Health Meets Wellness offers concierge medicine and wellness services for adults in the Midtown East neighborhood of Manhattan, New York, and via Telehealth. Elizabeth Sharp, MD, IFMCP, and the skilled HMW team personalize strategies to support longevity and optimize wellness. Health Meets Wellness memberships combine medicine, exercise, and nutrition to provide comprehensive, tailored care to achieve specific health goals. Our Holistic Primary Care and Weight Management memberships are designed to foster approachable solutions for maintainable results. The HMW Method begins with an integrative wellness consultation and provides patients with personalized programs for medicine management, nutrition, and strength training. Weight Management The Health Meets Wellness Holistic Weight Management program includes biometric and strength assessments which allow the HMW team to personalize medicine, exercise, and nutrition interventions. Patients in the HMW Holistic Weight Management membership have consistent support from the HMW team and are provided with the tools for maintainable weight loss results. Integrative Primary Care The Health Meets Wellness Holistic Primary Care memberships include the offerings in our Holistic Weight Management program with the additional benefit of concierge Primary Care medicine. Each membership specializes in integrative wellness consultations that include specialized diagnostic testing based on a chosen health focus such as aging and longevity, fatigue, hair loss, gut health, inflammation, and more. In our Signature Membership, patients will select a specific With our Elite membership members can choose an unlimited amount of health goals. Once the health focus is determined, the team performs patient-specific advanced testing for gut microbiome testing, genetic testing, and biometric assessments to gain clarity about an individual’s health needs. Through holistic wellness strategies and personalized attention, the Health Meets Wellness team guides individuals toward healthier lifestyles, enhanced physical fitness, and improved mental and emotional wellness. Flexible appointments are available for visits, and the team meets with members in the office and through an online telemedicine platform. Membership also provides access to the care coordinator on staff to assist with referrals to specialists and other medical services.

Introducing Creatine Chews! Our newest offering at Health Meets Wellness, a clean ingredient profile and clinically-dose...
02/23/2026

Introducing Creatine Chews! Our newest offering at Health Meets Wellness, a clean ingredient profile and clinically-dosed creatine monohydrate supplement in our golden citrus flavor.

Unlike most creatine supplements, these are easy to take on the go and don’t require mixing with water, not to mention they taste great! 🍋

Creatine is one of the most rigorously evidence-based supplements proven to help build and maintain muscle mass. We recommend supplementing with 3-5g daily for best results.

Click the link in our bio to try today!

Muscle isn’t just about looking strong — it’s about living longer 💪Research shows that muscle mass and strength are powe...
02/18/2026

Muscle isn’t just about looking strong — it’s about living longer 💪

Research shows that muscle mass and strength are powerful predictors of longevity.

Here’s what the science says:

📊 Muscle mass & mortality: Multiple large cohort studies have found that individuals with higher lean muscle mass have significantly lower all-cause mortality risk compared to those with low muscle mass — even after adjusting for body fat.

💥 Strength predicts lifespan: Grip strength (a simple marker of overall muscle strength) has been shown in large population studies to predict risk of cardiovascular disease, disability, and early death. In fact, low grip strength is associated with higher mortality risk independent of age and BMI.

🧬 Metabolic protection: Skeletal muscle is the body’s largest glucose reservoir. More muscle improves insulin sensitivity and lowers risk for type 2 diabetes — a major driver of chronic disease.

🦴 Aging & independence: Preserving muscle reduces risk of frailty, falls, and loss of independence — key factors that impact both lifespan and healthspan.

The takeaway?
Muscle is metabolic currency. It’s protective tissue. It’s a longevity organ.

Lift weights. Eat enough protein. Prioritize recovery.
Build muscle now to protect your future self.

Don’t make these COMMON mistakes when taking a GLP-1. Set yourself up for success by:💦 Drink at least 64-100oz of water ...
02/12/2026

Don’t make these COMMON mistakes when taking a GLP-1. Set yourself up for success by:

💦 Drink at least 64-100oz of water daily. Be sure to make up for water lost in sweat after hitting the gym!

🥘 Don’t skip meals! Stay on a consistent eating schedule, even if your hunger levels are lower. Prioritize proteins with every meal to help protect from losing precious muscle mass.

💪 Prioritize strength training! Cardio is often thought of as a fast track to fat loss, but strength training is even more important for improving your overall body composition!

Is creatine monohydrate the next big supplement for cognitive performance? Research suggests that may be—1. A meta analy...
02/10/2026

Is creatine monohydrate the next big supplement for cognitive performance? Research suggests that may be—

1. A meta analysis has shown that creatine supplements improved memory, even in healthy adults. This is especially interesting given that many nutritional supplements with cognitive claims are based on improvements in older individuals or on the prevention standpoint from cognitive decline. This shows that creatine can create marginal improvements without a baseline of cognitive decline or advanced age.

2. Creatine supplements may save the day in sleep-deprived conditions. A higher dose of creatine after a night of poor sleep has been shown to prevent negative changes in cognitive processing, which normally happen in these conditions.

This may be helpful if you often find yourself sleep deprived, or want to make sure your brain function is

Check out our Creatine chews— available at touchcare-method.myshopify.com 🍋

Weight loss shouldn’t mean muscle loss.Because muscle = metabolism, strength, and long-term results.The goal isn’t just ...
02/03/2026

Weight loss shouldn’t mean muscle loss.

Because muscle = metabolism, strength, and long-term results.
The goal isn’t just “weigh less” — it’s lose fat, keep muscle.

That takes:
✔️ Enough protein
✔️ Smart strength training
✔️ Support from RDs for proper nutrition
✔️ MD guidance for the right medication + dose (if on a GLP-1 medication)
✔️ Monitoring body composition

And yes — tools like creatine can help support muscle retention and performance during a deficit. Because sustainable weight loss is about protecting your metabolism, not shrinking it (we made our creatine chews to make that part easy- link in bio)!

Big news 👀TouchCare Method Creatine Chews will be available this week!Built by your providers. Backed by science. Made f...
02/02/2026

Big news 👀

TouchCare Method Creatine Chews will be available this week!

Built by your providers. Backed by science. Made for your results.

The TouchCare Method Creatine Chews + Method Complete Multivitamins were designed by our clinical team to support strength, metabolism, and overall nutrition — whether you’re on a GLP-1, working on weight loss, or simply building a healthier foundation.

✔️ Evidence-based
✔️ Created by Medical Doctors and Registered Dietitians
✔️ Closes common nutrient gaps when appetite is reduced
✔️ Supports energy, gut health, bone, and muscle
✔️ Complements GLP-1 therapy and helps reduce side effects
✔️ Clean label, no artificial sweeteners or dyes

Creatine Chews will be available for purchase this week! Method Complete Multivitamin will be later this month!

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Creatine isn’t just for gym bros—women need it too. Creatine plays a key role in energy production, and that matters for...
01/30/2026

Creatine isn’t just for gym bros—women need it too.

Creatine plays a key role in energy production, and that matters for every system in the body—including hormones and reproductive health.

What the research shows:
An analysis of NHANES data (2017–2020) found that adult women consuming suboptimal (too little) dietary creatine (less than ~13 mg per kg of body weight per day from food alone) had:

▪️ Higher odds of irregular menstrual cycles
▪️ Increased risk of pregnancy complications, including fetal macrosomia
▪️ Higher rates of pelvic infection and hysterectomy
▪️ Greater likelihood of needing hormone therapy

And here’s the kicker— many women don’t get enough creatine from diet alone.
While creatine is well known for supporting strength and muscle, it may also support:

✔️ Cellular energy
✔️ Hormonal resilience
✔️ Overall metabolic health

Bottom line: Creatine isn’t optional—it’s foundational.

Especially for women balancing workouts, careers, hormones, and life.

Always talk with your healthcare provider about what’s right for you.

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Don’t be a statistic, set a New Year’s resolution that you can stick to. How to make your New Years goal stick?Make it S...
01/12/2026

Don’t be a statistic, set a New Year’s resolution that you can stick to.

How to make your New Years goal stick?

Make it SMART ✨ Specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time sensitive.

Instead of:

“Lose weight” try “Lose 1lb per week for 6 weeks”.

Instead of:

“Eat healthier” try “Eat two servings of vegetables per day”

Even beyond goal setting, it’s important to MAKE A PLAN.

What are you going to change about your lifestyle to make this goal work for you? Visualize yourself accomplishing it and what your life looks like with this new habit.

In the wellness world, “hormones” are a buzz word when it comes to weight loss. What exactly does it mean to have a “hor...
01/08/2026

In the wellness world, “hormones” are a buzz word when it comes to weight loss. What exactly does it mean to have a “hormonal imbalance”? How do hormones play a role in weight management?

Here are the top hormones that really do make a difference in your weight loss:
-Leptin
-Ghrelin
-Cortisol
-CCK
-GLP-1

Each of these hormones play a unique role in your hunger, satiety, and metabolism. Read above and save for tips on naturally supporting your production of these weight-related hormones!

Creatine monohydrate is one of the most scientifically supported supplements for building muscle and improving exercise ...
01/02/2026

Creatine monohydrate is one of the most scientifically supported supplements for building muscle and improving exercise performance, but did you know that it also supports fat loss?

A meta-analysis of 19 studies found that combining creatine supplements (usually 3-5g per day) with a resistance training program increased fat loss compared with resistance training alone!

If you are looking to optimize your body composition, creatine supplements are a great idea 💡

Make sure to stay well hydrated when introducing a creatine supplement, and talk to your doctor before making any major changes.

Selenium: The unspoken backbone of your metabolic health ✨ Why selenium matters:-Needed for optimal thyroid function—You...
12/31/2025

Selenium: The unspoken backbone of your metabolic health ✨

Why selenium matters:
-Needed for optimal thyroid function—Your thyroid is the epicenter of metabolic rhythm — and selenium supports the conversion of T4 into active T3, helping optimize energy, temperature regulation, and metabolic balance.

🛡️ Elevates your antioxidant defense
Selenium is a key component of glutathione peroxidase, one of the body’s most sophisticated antioxidant systems — supporting resilience against oxidative stress and promoting long-term metabolic health.

🧬 Supports immune strength + cellular integrity
Think of it as quiet protection: supporting DNA repair, immune response, and overall cellular performance — foundational for vibrant, sustainable wellness.

Selenium-rich foods to add to your table:
🥜 Brazil nuts (1–2 per day meets your daily needs!)
🐟 Wild-caught salmon, sardines, tuna
🥚 Pasture-raised eggs
🍗 Turkey & chicken
🍄 Mushrooms
🌾 Whole grains

⚠️ A gentle note: Selenium is best approached with precision — it’s one nutrient where excess doesn’t enhance. Just two Brazil nuts per day is plenty!

Nutrient Spotlight: Vitamin K2 🍃 The Unsung Hero for Strong Bones + Heart Health Most people have heard of vitamin K… bu...
12/29/2025

Nutrient Spotlight: Vitamin K2 🍃 The Unsung Hero for Strong Bones + Heart Health

Most people have heard of vitamin K… but vitamin K2 is doing the behind-the-scenes work that really matters 🫀

What research suggests K2 can do:
🦴 Helps guide calcium into your bones (where it belongs)
❤️ Helps keep calcium *out* of your arteries (where it doesn’t belong)
🦷 Supports dental health by strengthening tooth enamel
💥 Works synergistically with vitamin Dfor better calcium metabolism

Foods rich in vitamin K2 include:
🥚 Egg yolks
🧀 Aged cheeses (like Gouda, Brie, and Jarlsberg)
🐄 Grass-fed butter & dairy
🍗 Dark meat chicken
🥩 Organ meats (especially liver)
🥬 Fermented foods like natto (one of the highest sources!)

Pro tip: vitamin K2 is fat-soluble—pair it with healthy fats (olive oil, avocado, nuts) for better absorption!

Have you tried natto or K2-rich cheeses? Comment below!👇

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