Dr Carolyn

Dr Carolyn Dr Carolyn is a Holistic MD in Hawaii that specializes in hormone replacement, thyroid & weight loss.

05/27/2026

"Weight loss is not just about the medication.
It is about understanding your body as a whole!

When you work with one consistent provider, we are able to look deeper at what might be holding you back:
-Your hormones
-Your thyroid
-Your metabolism
-Your overall health history

These factors play a major role in your results. Many patients struggle not because they are doing something wrong, but because something deeper has not been addressed.
When we evaluate these areas and support them properly, it can make a significant difference in how your body responds.

We provide personalized medical weight loss programs that go beyond prescriptions by evaluating hormones, thyroid, and metabolism so you can achieve sustainable and effective results.

If you have been feeling stuck in your weight loss journey, save this post and comment β€œWEIGHT LOSS” or ""HORMONES"" if you want a more personalized approach that actually looks at the root cause.

⚠ Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare professional before starting any new supplements or treatments.
πŸ“ Ohana MedSpa: 500 Ala Moana Blvd Bldg 5i
πŸ“² Contact: 808-468-2038
πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Dr. Carolyn Candido
Double board-certified in Family Medicine & Aesthetics








This is the standard we hold ourselves to. Every single visit. ⭐We never want you to leave with unanswered questions.Whe...
05/23/2026

This is the standard we hold ourselves to. Every single visit. ⭐

We never want you to leave with unanswered questions.

When you come to Ohana, you're not just getting a procedure β€” you're getting a physician who takes the time to make sure you understand exactly what's happening, why, and what to expect.

""Doctor was very clear with the procedure and very efficient. I really liked that she didn't waste time and answered my questions thoroughly.""
β€” A real Ohana patient ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

That's the Ohana difference. Doctor-led. Transparent. Efficient. And always in your corner.

Ready to experience it for yourself? Book your FREE 15 minute consultation β€” link in bio.

⚠ Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare professional before starting any new supplements or treatments.
πŸ“ Ohana MedSpa: 500 Ala Moana Blvd Bldg 5i
πŸ“² Contact: 808-468-2038
πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Dr. Carolyn Candido
Double board-certified in Family Medicine & Aesthetics

05/22/2026

Why filling here actually makes things worse ⬇️⁠
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One of the most common questions I get: ""What can I do about my nasolabial folds?""⁠
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Here's what most people don't know β€” placing filler directly in the midface can actually backfire over time.⁠
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As skin loses elasticity (especially after weight loss), hyaluronic acid filler tends to drift downward and create a heavier, jowly appearance instead of lifting.⁠
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What I recommend instead:⁠
βœ” Cheek filler placed higher to create volume that lifts⁠
βœ” Biostimulators like Radiesse or PRP to rebuild collagen⁠
βœ” Hormones to support skin tightening from the inside out⁠
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Not every face needs the same solution β€” and sometimes, the right answer isn't more filler at all.⁠
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If you're unsure what's right for you, send us a photo. We'll tell you exactly what we'd recommend.⁠
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`⚠ Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare professional before starting any new supplements or treatments.⁠
πŸ“ Ohana MedSpa: 500 Ala Moana Blvd Bldg 5i⁠
πŸ“² Contact: 808-468-2038⁠
πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Dr. Carolyn Candido⁠
Double board-certified in Family Medicine & Aesthetics⁠
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She lost 28 lbs. He decided to join her. This is the Ohana effect. πŸ™ŒWhen your partner gets real results, it's hard not t...
05/20/2026

She lost 28 lbs. He decided to join her. This is the Ohana effect. πŸ™Œ

When your partner gets real results, it's hard not to take notice.

That's exactly what happened here β€” and honestly, it's one of our favorite things to see. One person's transformation inspiring the people closest to them.

Post-pregnancy weight loss is one of the most emotionally charged journeys a woman can go through. And watching someone reclaim their confidence, their energy, and their body? That's powerful.

""My girl's been on semaglut*de with Ohana MedSpas for 7 months and lost 28 lbs. of post-pregnancy weight. I decided to give it a shot too and so far it's been good. Easy to use, easy to understand, quick productive appointments.""
β€” A real Ohana patient ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Easy. Efficient. And it works. That's what we build every program around.

If you've been watching someone you love make progress and wondering if it's time for you β€” it might be.

⚠ Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare professional before starting any new supplements or treatments.
πŸ“ Ohana MedSpa: 500 Ala Moana Blvd Bldg 5i
πŸ“² Contact: 808-468-2038
πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Dr. Carolyn Candido
Double board-certified in Family Medicine & Aesthetics"

05/16/2026

Your gut health may be affecting your weight loss more than you think πŸ‘€

One of the newest probiotics we are loving is from Pendulum. It contains Akkermansia, Bifidobacterium, and Clostridium, strains that help support gut balance and healthy GLP-1 hormone production naturally.

This is NOT a GLP-1 medication.
Instead, it is designed to support your body’s own GLP-1 production, especially after weight loss when your goal is maintenance and long-term success.

What you need to know: πŸ‘‡

✨ Akkermansia may help support natural GLP-1 production
✨ Bifidobacterium supports digestion and gut balance
✨ Clostridium helps maintain a healthy microbiome

A healthy gut can support:
β€’ Appetite awareness
β€’ Metabolism
β€’ Digestion
β€’ Long-term weight management

If you are adding probiotics to your wellness or weight loss journey, I recommend looking for a quality brand that includes Akkermansia. Pendulum is one of my top recommendations.

Message us β€œGUT” if you want to learn more about adding probiotics to your routine.

⚠ Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare professional before starting any new supplements or treatments.
πŸ“ Ohana MedSpa: 500 Ala Moana Blvd Bldg 5i
πŸ“² Contact: 808-468-2038
πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Dr. Carolyn Candido
Double board-certified in Family Medicine & Aesthetics

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✨ Botox Bootcamp LIVE ✨Curious about Botox but not sure where to start? Join us for an exclusive LIVE Botox Bootcamp whe...
05/15/2026

✨ Botox Bootcamp LIVE ✨

Curious about Botox but not sure where to start? Join us for an exclusive LIVE Botox Bootcamp where we’ll talk about everything you need to know about smoother, refreshed, natural looking results.

During this webinar, you’ll learn:
β€’ How Botox works
β€’ Common treatment areas
β€’ What to expect before and after treatment
β€’ How long results last
β€’ Tips for maintaining natural results
β€’ Answers to your most asked questions LIVE

🎁 BONUS: Sign up and receive a FREE PDF Guide
🎀 Plus, get the chance to ask Dr. Carolyn your questions during the live session!

Whether you’re new to Botox or already getting treatments, this bootcamp is designed to help you feel informed and confident.

πŸ“… Date: May 21
⏰ Time: 12:00-1:00p,
πŸ“ LIVE on YouTube

Reserve your spot today! Comment "Bootcamp" to get started!

05/13/2026

Testosterone is a ""male hormone."" Right?

Wrong β€” and the science has been clear on this for over a decade.

A peer-reviewed paper published in Maturitas (one of the top reproductive medicine journals) reviewed the evidence behind 10 of the most common myths about testosterone in women. Here's what the research actually found:

βœ… T is the most abundant biologically active hormone in women
βœ… T is essential for physical and mental health
βœ… At physiologic doses, T does NOT masculinize
βœ… T does NOT cause voice changes or hoarseness
βœ… T can actually IMPROVE scalp hair growth
βœ… T is cardiac protective
βœ… T is mood stabilizing β€” NOT aggression-inducing
βœ… T is breast protective, not a cancer risk

As a physician, this is exactly why evidence-based hormone care matters.

Women have been dismissed, undertreated, and told testosterone ""isn't for them"" β€” while over 30 testosterone therapies exist for men, and zero are FDA-approved for women. That gap is real, and it has consequences.

At Ohana, Dr. Candido reviews your full hormone picture and creates a personalized, medically supervised plan β€” not based on assumptions, but on science.

πŸ“ Link in bio to book your hormone consultation.

πŸ“„ Source: Glaser R, Dimitrakakis C. ""Testosterone therapy in women: Myths and misconceptions."" Maturitas. 2013;74(3):230–234. DOI: 10.1016/j.maturitas.2013.01.003
πŸ”— sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378512213000121

⚠ Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare professional before starting any new supplements or treatments.
πŸ“ Ohana MedSpa: 500 Ala Moana Blvd Bldg 5i
πŸ“² Contact: 808-468-2038
πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Dr. Carolyn Candido
Double board-certified in Family Medicine & Aesthetics" ! 114/120

05/13/2026

Girl Dinner has 534 million TikTok views. But is it actually healthy?

As a physician, here's the honest answer: it depends on what's on the plate.

And yes β€” it looks like a smaller meal. But hidden calories in the dressing, fried carbs, and zero protein means your body isn't actually getting what it needs.
Registered dietitians flagged this: many Girl Dinners seen online don't provide enough nutrition, and they can quietly normalize under-eating.

Every now and then? Fine. As a weekly routine? Your metabolism, hormones, and energy will tell on you.

The good news: there's a way to do it right.

Protein + fiber + healthy fat = a real meal that still feels effortless.

That's not a diet. That's just how you fuel your body right.
Enjoy the trend. Just make it work for you β€” not just for the aesthetic.

At Ohana, we help you build sustainable nutrition habits backed by medical guidance, not social media. DM us to help you get started!

⚠ Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare professional before starting any new supplements or treatments.
πŸ“ Ohana MedSpa: 500 Ala Moana Blvd Bldg 5i
πŸ“² Contact: 808-468-2038
πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Dr. Carolyn Candido
Double board-certified in Family Medicine & Aesthetics

05/13/2026

You have probably been hearing a lot about NAD lately. And honestly? The conversation is just getting started.⁠
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NAD stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. It is a coenzyme found in every single cell in your body, and it is responsible for some of the most critical functions your cells perform every day.⁠
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Here is what NAD actually does:⁠
🧬 DNA repair. Every day your DNA sustains damage from environmental stressors, toxins, and normal cellular processes. NAD is essential for the repair mechanisms that fix that damage before it becomes a bigger problem.⁠
⚑️ Cellular energy production. NAD is a key player in your mitochondria, the part of the cell responsible for generating energy. When NAD levels are optimal, your cells produce energy more efficiently. When levels drop, fatigue sets in.⁠
⚑️ Metabolism support. NAD helps regulate metabolic pathways that affect how your body processes and burns fuel. This is one of the reasons I recommend it as an add-on to our GLP-1 weight loss programs. It makes the metabolism work more effectively, which makes the medication more effective.⁠
πŸ₯° Anti-aging at the cellular level. NAD activates proteins called sirtuins that are linked to cellular longevity and protection against age-related decline.⁠
πŸ’‘ Brain and cognitive function. Low NAD contributes to brain fog, cognitive slowness, and mood instability. Restoring NAD levels supports sharper thinking and clearer mental energy.⁠
As for NAD in skincare creams, I think they are worth adding for the DNA repair benefit. But I would not rely on them for collagen stimulation the way you would a biostimulator. The real results come from systemic NAD, not topical.⁠
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⚠ Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare professional before starting any new supplements or treatments.⁠
πŸ“ Ohana MedSpa: 500 Ala Moana Blvd Bldg 5i⁠
πŸ“² Contact: 808-468-2038⁠
πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Dr. Carolyn Candido⁠
Double board-certified in Family Medicine & Aesthetics

05/09/2026

These sprays are designed to be used multiple times a day and may help support appetite awareness and daily consistency.
Here is how patients typically use them:
-5 sprays under the tongue
-3 to 5 times daily

While these are not a replacement for medical treatments like GLP-1 medications, they can be an option for those who want a more gradual and supportive approach.
The key to results is consistency, structure, and choosing a plan that fits your lifestyle.

There is no one size fits all approach to weight loss.
Your plan should feel doable and sustainable.

Comment β€œWEIGHT LOSS” if you want to explore alternatives that fit your lifestyle
or send me a message and we will help you find the best plan for you!

⚠ Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare professional before starting any new supplements or treatments.
πŸ“ Ohana MedSpa: 500 Ala Moana Blvd Bldg 5i
πŸ“² Contact: 808-468-2038
πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Dr. Carolyn Candido
Double board-certified in Family Medicine & Aesthetics

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75-1029 Henry Street #101
Honolulu, HI
96740

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