Ted Metzger, MD

Lift heavy things… pick stuff up and put stuff down You know the old adage… “use it or lose it.” As a follow up to the concept of training for “longevity” we need to be aware of what information we are feeding our genes. Think of it this way.. our body is a supercomputer.. its the hardware. Our genes are…

Don’t Fall is one of PrimalMed’s most important and honored bromides. How many times have you heard about the core? Why is a strong core so important? It’s summer and the “show” muscles are on full display at a beach near you! Jacked dudes in T-shirts displaying biceps and pecs…

PrimalMed is on vacation. One week every month, PrimalMed takes a pause, and this month is no exception. This random musing is a bit more random than usual. Marcus Aurelius would approve! So many events that are external to us have the power to alter our moods and mindsets. Our…

At PrimalMed®️ we celebrate challenges, grit, determination — and accomplishments. Where was PrimalMed®️ yesterday? With son Jon at the Hartford Half Marathon.. his first! CONGRATULATIONS to a job well done!!! Running a half marathon is in fact a metaphor for all of the uphills we face in life… but what…

Ted Metzger Interesting article in todays WSJ… Prices of Avocados, Salmon, Olive Oil and Butter have RISEN 60% since 2013. Basic economics?… demand/ supply determines prices?…while prices for easily consumed and packaged corn, wheat, soy and SUGAR have DECREASED. Hmmmm 🧐. At PrimalMed, we educate and advocate. We are excited that more and more folks are getting the message….to incorporate healthy fats in their diets and are “just eating real food.” But what about those who struggle to afford the nonsubsidized commodities? If processed sugar laden industrialized packaged hyperpalatable frankenfoods are convenient and cheap, and continue to get cheaper… well.. it does not portend well for the growing “ diabesity” crisis in America and abroad. FOOD FOR THOUGHT🧐🧐🧐🧐🧐