Dr. Bojana

11/27/2025

Wishing you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving! Here’s a few tips on how to “healthify” your Thanksgiving without losing the joy.

A classic Thanksgiving plate tends to skew beige: turkey, potatoes, stuffing, bread, gravy, pie. Delicious, but not always balanced. You can absolutely keep your favorites and gently upgrade the experience:

🦃 Prioritize quality over quantity. Choose the highest-quality ingredients you can reasonably access and afford—ideally organic, pasture-raised, or wild when possible. A smaller turkey that has been raised well is usually a better choice than a very large, highly processed one.

🥗Add color to every plate. Think vibrant, not beige:
-A mixed green salad with herbs and pomegranate seeds
-Lightly steamed or roasted green beans, Brussels sprouts, or broccolini
-Roasted carrots, beets, or winter squash
-A small serving of fermented vegetables, like purple cabbage sauerkraut, to support your gut
-As a general rule, more natural color = more phytonutrients.

🌱 Make plants the star.
-Aim for at least ½ to ¾ of your plate to be vegetables, legumes, or whole grains.
-Let turkey or other animal protein be about a quarter of your plate, rather than the entire focus.

🥘 Use leftovers wisely.
-Save bones to make a nourishing broth.
-Transform leftover vegetables into soups, hashes, or warm salads.
-Freeze portions so you’re not feeling obligated to eat heavy food for days on end.

For more tips, head to drbojana.com 💻

11/26/2025

Looking for a last-minute, protein-forward dish for tomorrow’s festivities? Or perhaps a way to utilize some of the leftover turkey? This Ground Turkey-Stuffed Roasted Squash recipe is gluten and dairy-free, and full of warm fall flavours from the sage and chestnuts. Thank you to our wonderful health coach and BOJANA MD team member Melissa Reade for creating this beautiful holiday dish 🦃🌱

11/26/2025

11/25/2025

As the holiday season quickly approaches, I wanted to share some of my favorite healthy tips and tricks for travel (especially for longer flights and changing time zones).

When stuck on a long flight or in an airport, it’s easy to reach for the ultra-processed or fast food options. To combat this, I’ll pack some healthy snacks (think fruit, nuts, a clean protein bar) to keep me satiated through my journey. If I’m flying overnight, I will skip the in-flight dinner and breakfast options to prioritize sleep. I will take magnesium and melatonin to help me fall and stay asleep. If it’s a flight where I am not sleeping, I get up regularly to stretch my legs and do some calf exercises.

Usually, I avoid caffeine. However, when I travel, it can be a different story…Upon landing, I find it very helpful to combat jet lag with a macchiato. Also, in addition to protein, I may choose a simple green salad on the side to help detox, get some antioxidants and fiber.

Let me know if you try any of these tips for your holiday travels! ✈️

11/25/2025

Beautiful gathering celebrating Serbian culture, giving back, catching up with friends and dancing to music from our childhood and youth

11/17/2025

Still glowing after an inspiring weekend at .

Honored to have had the opportunity to speak on three stages at this incredible gathering, I’m leaving deeply energized by the curiosity, connectedness and commitment this community brings to whole-person health and many aspects of wellness.

From meaningful conversations with thought leaders, to diving into the latest science behind hormones, stress, longevity, mitochondria, gut microbiome, mental health and resilience, thyroid health and so much more, I was reminded why this work matters so much. We thrive when we approach health with a critical, but open mind, curiosity, and seek the best evidence available.

One of the greatest highlights was connecting with friends and colleagues - both old and new—who continue to uplift, challenge, and inspire me and our evolving field. I also had the privilege of sharing tools I use with my patients every day, giving a solo talk on hypothyroidism, thyroid inflammation and longevity, as well as sharing the stage with colleagues for two incredible panels on menopause and metabolism and micro biome and mental health.

Thank you so much to all who I got to connect with and my dear friends who came to support me. Thank you to the incredible organizers and team for making this such a memorable experience. Here’s to continuing the conversation and supporting each other on the path to true well-being.

11/12/2025

After 20 years of caution and fear-based messaging, I’m thrilled to see that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has initiated removal of the black-box safety warnings from hormone-replacement therapies (HRT) prescribed for perimenopause and menopause.

This is a pivotal shift in women’s health: the science has evolved, we recognize nuance and the message must move with it. If you’re navigating menopausal transition including hot flashes, genitourinary symptoms associated with menopause or are at increased risk of osteoporosis, it’s time to look at all your options with fresh eyes and discuss options with your physician.

Note: the FDA is not removing the boxed warning for endometrial cancer for systemic estrogen-alone products.

Additionally, their labeled recommendation will be to start HRT within 10 years of menopause onset or before 60 years of age for systemic HRT/MHT.

Another note: removal of the warnings doesn’t mean that there is no risk of systemic therapies.

In our practice, we continue to engage our patients in shared decision making and individualize recommendations based on each person’s unique risks vs benefits. Note: risk vs benefit isn’t static - it’s a dynamic variable and should be reassessed periodically.

Just last month, we posted “Menopausal Hormone Therapy 101” on our blog, which outlines:
    •    How hormone therapy works, and who stands to benefit
    •    What modern prescribing practices look like (age, timing, delivery method)
    •    Lifestyle strategies that support your body alongside—or even instead of—HRT/MHT
    •    A roadmap for shared decision-making with your clinician

Comment “101” and we’ll DM a link to this blog post. I sincerely hope that this announcement leads to a more empowered and informed era for women as they navigate healthcare in perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.

11/08/2025

Are you attending next week? Let us know in the comments below! Here’s my schedule:

+ From Inflammation to Longevity: Hashimoto’s, Hormones, and Women’s Health

Explore Hashimoto’s impact on women’s health and menopause, with integrative strategies to balance hormones, reduce inflammation, and boost longevity.
Saturday, Nov 15 | 12:30 PM (EDT)

+ The Longevity Equation: Menopause, Metabolism, and the Future of Women’s Health

Discover how hormonal health and metabolism shape longevity-and what women can do today to thrive across every life stage.
Sunday, Nov 16 | 9:30 AM (EDT)

+ The Gut-Brain Revolution: Decoding Microbiome, Mental Health, and Metabolic Resilience

Experts reveal how gut-brain communication and the microbiome can transform mental, metabolic, and whole-body wellness at every stage.
Sunday, Nov 16 | 2PM (EDT)

For last minute tickets, head to the link in bio to register! Use code “BJANKOVIC” for $50 off.

11/05/2025

Hurricane Melissa has had a devastating impact on communities in Jamaica, causing deaths, significant damage and leaving many residents without their homes, belongings, and electricity. The Tryall Fund is working to help people affected by the hurricane, especially in the Hanover region. I’ve been fortunate to have gotten to know parts of Jamaica for nearly 20 years. Join me and my family in supporting relief efforts as communities rebuild and recover by donating via tryallfund.org 🇯🇲

10/30/2025

This post just scratches the surface of our latest article. Menopausal Hormone Therapy 101 aims to provide a clear and approachable introductory overview of menopausal therapy options, including hormonal and non-hormonal treatments. This resource is designed to give readers a foundation for understanding what treatments exist, how they work, and what factors influence may their use. The information in this article is not meant to replace medical advice, but rather to empower you with knowledge so you can discuss your care with your qualified healthcare provider. Comment “101” and we’ll DM you the link!

10/23/2025

Regular exercise is one of the best strategies for healthspan. In addition to sleep and nutrition, it’s a habit I prioritize to support my health-both physical and mental. I generally aim to include exercise I enjoy and I know my body needs for cardiovascular, metabolic, cognitive, bone and mental health benefits. Here are some snippets from a workout including a full body routine.

1) One arm lat pull on a bench with opposite leg extended.
2) Dumbbell flys with leg lifts.
3) Single arm bench press with opposite leg lift simultaneously.
4) Reverse lunge into a one leg lateral raise.
5) Reverse lunge into a donkey kick.
6) Weighted, single leg raise.
7) Finish with stretching!

🏋 Three sets of 10 to 15 reps each.

Consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program. Ideally, for anyone starting a new program, it’s helpful to have appropriate supervision to reduce the risk of injury and maximize efficacy of their efforts.

So grateful to you for your support, dynamic workouts, pushing me, and making our workouts fun 💪