Dr. James Dowd

05/02/2026

https://open.substack.com/pub/staycuriousmetabolism/p/the-constipation-masterclass?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=8l1o1

Useful tools for an all too common problem.

03/27/2026

Cuts in the funding of science and engineering research at the NIH and at major Universities in the US are costing us the innovation lead. China by next year will be the innovation leader of the world. You get what you pay for.

Early-stage drug development worldwide has nearly doubled over the past decade and shifted from a U.S.-dominated model to a dual hub centered in the United States and China, according to new research described by Georgetown University health policy experts.

01/31/2026

We epigenetically inherit the sensitivities and responses from previous generations in our families. We can reprogram these responses.

In this episode, Wendy speaks with neuroscientist and trauma researcher Brian Dias. Brian is one of the pioneers in understanding how trauma can be transferr...

12/25/2025

Retatrutide confers up to 28.7% weight loss, reduction in knee osteoarthritis pain https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20251211/retatrutide-confers-up-to-287-weight-loss-reduction-in-knee-osteoarthritis-pain
Game changer for treating osteoarthritis!

A novel triple receptor agonist conferred weight loss of up to 28.7% at 68 weeks and reductions in pain for adults with overweight or obesity and knee osteoarthritis, according to topline results from the TRIUMPH-4 trial. Retatrutide (Eli Lilly) is a once-weekly injectable GIP/GLP-1/glucagon triple....

12/19/2025

https://youtu.be/cX7qzj4qazg?si=-QeYkdH9Oi0VDMwI

Think twice about statins. Ask lots of questions of your primary care or cardiologist.

For references and a written breakdown, see the associated newsletter: https://staycuriousmetabolism.substack.com/p/weve-been-prescribing-statins-wrong?r=40e...

10/26/2025

I have osteoarthritis in a previously injured knee. Here are some excellent recommendations for reducing knee pain and delaying any need for surgery.

Get tips, advice, exercises, and stretches for the most severe type of knee arthritis - Bone On Bone knee arthritis. Bone-on-bone knee osteoarthritis is when...

10/17/2025

Busy seasoned keto recipes.

Comforting, creamy, cheap, filling, AND easy to make? Now we're talkin'! This soup is a great base. Season it to your liking with salt or curry powder, stir in some pureed roasted garlic, or garnish it however you wish.

10/15/2025

Stress derails your metabolism. See what you can do.

Stress is a normal response to life’s challenges. However, chronic stress can take a serious toll on metabolic health. Understanding how stress affects th

10/05/2025

Marathon but worth every minute.

The microbiome is one of the most fascinating and complex areas of health, wellness, and medicine today. In this video compilation, we’ll explore the essenti...

09/19/2025

This is a great tool for finding tasty recipes that can maintain your ketosis.

Keto recipes are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make, offering a perfect balance of rich flavors and simple ingredients that fit seamlessly into

09/16/2025

Ketogenic does not obligate you to eat animal meats or seafood. You have options as a vegetarian, vegan, piscatarian, omnivore or carnivore.
It simply means you are burning fat as your primary fuel more than 50% of the time.

Keto works with vegetarian, vegan, or carnivore diets. Address nutrient gaps with smart food choices or supplements.