Adrienne Youdim, MD, FACP

Adrienne Youdim, MD, FACP Center for Weight Loss and Nutrition
Dr. Adrienne Youdim MD FACP

02/03/2026

Does chronic stress really impact your body and cause disease?
Here is the biology in a nutshell.
The good news is that simple mindbody practices can help you self regulate- not only dampening the stress response but turning on the essential functions that help you function in your day to day.



01/30/2026

If a habit feels forced or like punishment then it will not last.
Period!
We often tells ourselves that doing the right thing is punishment and that creates resistance!
The good news is you can rewrite the script ✍️




01/29/2026

I know it can be hard to disconnect from world affairs right now but the chronic stress will have negative effects on your health.
Here is a 30 second practice you can use in real time to self-regulate




01/29/2026

To those of you who are old enough - can you believe the space shuttle Challenger incident occurred 40 years ago today! 🥺
I found my journal entry from that day 🤯
It reminded me to share the many health benefits of regular journaling.
-reduced cortisol
-reduced inflammation and CRP
-reduced pain scores and NSAID use in rheumatoid arthritis
-increased FVC (lung capacity) in people with restrictive lung disease
-reduced ruminations, anxiety and depression
Just to name a few!
To my fellow nerds🤓out there l, you can look into the research by James Pennebaker PhD who has dedicated his life to this stuff.
Take home- get a journal and while you’re at it get one for your kids too!




A new writing project on Substack to explore the hidden hungers that shape how we live, lead and relate to one another. ...
01/28/2026

A new writing project on Substack to explore the hidden hungers that shape how we live, lead and relate to one another. Here I explore where reactivity, burnout, striving and numbing give way to a more intentional life.
First post link 🔗 in stories ✨

01/27/2026

I am hearing frustration from patients about the promise of the GLP1 drugs.
It’s a matter of managing expectations.
What do the clinical studies tell us we can expect? How much weight can you actually lose in a GLP1?



01/22/2026

Are you into ?
Here’s my favorite!!
BDNF is the link between moving your body
AND
Reduced depression, anxiety
Increased cognition
Better memory
Reduced risk of dementia
Reduced emotional reactivity
And overall wellbeing.



01/21/2026

Want to know the single most impactful change you can make for your health and wellbeing??
Is it 🍔or 🏃‍♀️or 🧘🏻‍♀️or 🤔🤔🤔



we cannot pause our own wellbeing even if it is in service of those who we love, even if it is in service of our kids, o...
01/19/2026

we cannot pause our own wellbeing even if it is in service of those who we love, even if it is in service of our kids, our ailing parents, our work, natural disasters or tragic world affairs.
this too is advocacy,
self-advocacy.
and when we care for
ourselves
the effects ripple out to
our family, our community
and the world around us ✨





01/19/2026
My heart and mind rests with the brave women and men of Iran who are risking everything in pursuit of freedom, dignity a...
01/13/2026

My heart and mind rests with the brave women and men of Iran who are risking everything in pursuit of freedom, dignity and human rights.
The images coming out of Iran are both inspiring and heart wrenching.
May their courage be rewarded with victory.
I believe in the power of prayer. If you have ever danced in the streets, sang at the top of your lungs, shown your belly or bare legs in public or your beautiful hair with impunity, pray for these people.
They are are sisters and our brothers. We are one and we stand united 🕊️
A shout out to our parents and family who did the unthinkable- my daughters and daughter’s daughters thank you. ❤️💚🤍


01/12/2026

Philosophical question.
No judgement.
What do you think??


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Dear YOU,

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My mission is to educate and empower you to take ownership of your own health by providing evidence based tools and real-life strategies to foster a healthy mind and a healthy body.

I understand that your health is deeply personal and I value your trust in my care. I offer a rigorous approach to your care blending science and medicine with a personalized and holistic approach.