Center for Balanced Health

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Dr. Berkowitz, is board certified in internal medicine and has attending privileges at Beth Israel Medical Center in Manhattan, giving him expertise in both conventional and complementary medicine. He was the Medical Director of the Atkins Center for Complementary Medicine, an attending physician at North Shore University Hospital and a clinical instructor at the New York University School of Medicine. How is the Center for Balanced Health different from other medical practices? Patients are our priority. Many people have symptoms from an underlying medical condition that has not been diagnosed by other physicians. Our advantage is that our staff is experienced in both conventional and complementary medical approaches. We are able to interpret tests and accurately diagnosis conditions, which interfere with weight loss and quality of life, such as: insulin resistance, an under active thyroid, hormonal imbalance and yeast overgrowth. The basis of our treatment includes a controlled carbohydrate nutrition plan and exercise, along with nutritional supplements. We find that our approach to medical care can decrease or eliminate the need for prescription medications. We also use intravenous vitamin and mineral therapy when medically appropriate as a treatment option to prevent disease and to improve immune function. Does Dr. Berkowitz use the Atkins' diet for his patients? Dr. Berkowitz and his staff were personally trained by Dr. Atkins. Like Dr. Atkins, Dr. Berkowitz believes that reducing carbohydrates low enough for the body to switch from a carbohydrate metabolism to a fat metabolism will help with weight loss, the treatment of typical symptoms and the prevention of many medical conditions. Dr. Berkowitz also uses Dr. Atkins medical philosophy of using nutritional supplements as first line therapy instead of prescription medications. Last time I did the Atkins diet, my cholesterol increased. Why should I try it again? Guidance by a properly trained health care professional should help ease your concerns and help you prevent an increase in cholesterol. If cholesterol is an issue, we will tailor the types of carbohydrates and types of fats to ensure you get favorable cholesterol results. Nutritional supplements can also improve cholesterol levels. Total cholesterol is not as important as the results of HDL, LDL and triglycerides. Current research suggests that the further breakdown of HDL and LDL are important factors that help determine heart risk. For example, we screen for increased amounts of small dense LDL particles and low levels of HDL 2b. Individuals with this breakdown are at higher risk of heart disease than those with large LDL particles and higher levels of HDL 2b. I have heard that people on a low carb diet suffer from bad side-effects such as: constipation, muscle twitching, decreased energy levels, and bad breath. Does this happen to everyone? No it doesn't. These symptoms can be avoided through the guidance of a properly trained health care professional. We can help prevent these symptoms through proactive measures. For people on medications, it is especially important to work with an experienced physician who can adjust your medications appropriately.

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