Dr. Michael Tamber, MD Dr. Michael Tamber, MD, is part of the Diet Doctor medical review board. Dr. Michael Tamber is a board-certified endocrinologist practicing near Seattle, Washington. Why has Diet Doctor asked this physician to review its content? The answer is that Dr. Tamber is known for his intense skepticism of any “extreme” health claims; he’s also skilled at analyzing medical literature, recognizing bias, and debunking unsupported assertions. To its credit, Diet Doctor recognizes that the successful challenge of longstanding nutrition dogma must be coupled with fierce internal scrutiny. Dr. Tamber received his B.S. in biology at Cornell University, earned his M.D. at Tulane, completed his internal medicine residency at Dartmouth, and thoroughly enjoyed his endocrinology fellowship at Scripps Clinic. He has been named one of Seattle’s “Top Doctors” numerous times, most recently by Seattle Met Magazine in 2020. Dr. Tamber also serves on the Board of Endocrine Days, an organization that conducts twice yearly CME (continuing medical education) events for the Pacific Northwest endocrinology community. In his personal life, Dr. Tamber is an avid exerciser. Depending on the day of the week and time of year, you will find him: paddle boarding along the coast of Puget Sound; hiking/snowshoeing/snowboarding in the Cascade Mountains; running/skating/biking on a local bike path; or jumping up and down like a maniac in his backyard, courtesy of his favorite high-intensity interval-training videos. Medically reviewed evidence-based guides How to potentially reverse PCOS with low carb Bariatric surgery for metabolic health and weight loss Can a ketogenic diet help kids with ADHD, autism and more? How to follow a healthy vegetarian keto diet Top 10 tips to lose weight on low carb or keto for women 40+ Setting realistic expectations Low-carb LDL hyper-responders Weight loss and resting metabolic rate Keto nuts How to normalize your blood pressure Keto snacks How to manage hunger when trying to lose weight How to calculate net carbs The complete guide to ketosis What you need to know about nitrates and nitrites Understanding body fat percentage The guide for doctors skeptical of low carb Intermittent fasting for healthy weight loss Low-carb and keto side effects & how to cure them The Diet Doctor policy for grading scientific evidence What’s your carb tolerance? Gout and low carb Should you count calories on a low-carb or keto diet? Are low-carb and keto diets healthy for bones? Weight, health and happiness: striking the right balance Adjusting medications on a low-carb diet How to achieve metabolic health Carbs, protein, and fat: What are the best macros for weight loss? Plant protein vs. animal protein: Which one is healthier for you? Too much protein? Potential concerns and side effects Low-carb snacks – the best and the worst What you need to know about low blood pressure A low-carb diet for beginners Low-carb alcohol – the best and the worst drinks Fatty liver disease and keto: 5 things to know High blood pressure – what you need to know How to lose weight with a low-carb diet How to lose weight Weight gain and menopause: 8 tips to win the battle of the middle-age bulge High-protein diet: What it is and how to do it What is a CGM — and is it right for you? How to reverse your type 2 diabetes How to lower LDL cholesterol on a low-carb diet What you need to know about OMAD Intermittent fasting side effects Guide to red meat – is it healthy? What you need to know about insulin resistance Type 1 diabetes – how to control your blood sugar with fewer carbs Cholesterol and low-carb diets Exercise and health: A guide on what type of exercise is best for you Diet and cancer: What we know and what we don’t What happens when health markers and lab results do not improve on a low-carb diet? Food for thought: Does the brain need carbs? Patients with pre-existing health issues Potential conflicts of interest Dr. Tamber is compensated by Diet Doctor for his medical review services. He has no financial relationship with other nutritional or any pharmaceutical companies. More Team Diet Doctor
